Job Summary

Reporting to the Operations Director, the Production Training & Projects Coordinator is responsible for developing and coordinating production training systems, supporting the deployment of Autonomous Maintenance (AM), technical training activities across all shifts, and supporting operational improvement initiatives across the production organization.

This role is central to building operational capability by strengthening workforce training, reinforcing equipment ownership practices, and supporting initiatives that improve safety, quality, reliability, productivity, and cost performance. As systems mature, this role will increasingly support and contribute to broader operational improvement and productivity efforts across the plant.

The position also provides direct leadership and supervision to a small team of Production Trainers, ensuring consistent delivery of training programs, employee development, certification activities, and coaching across all shifts.

Job Functions

Training & Workforce Development

Support the design and deployment of a structured, plant-wide operator training system.
Supervise, coach, develop, and provide day-to-day leadership for production trainers, including work assignments, scheduling, performance management, and professional development. Develop, maintain, and improve training materials, standard work, and certification processes.
Coordinate training rollout across all shifts to ensure consistency and effectiveness.
Support hands-on training and skill development for production employees.
Maintain training records, documentation systems, and compliance tracking.

Autonomous Maintenance (AM) Support

Support the deployment and sustainment of Autonomous Maintenance (AM) practices across production lines.
Assist in developing AM standards, routines, and operator equipment ownership practices.
Promote consistent execution of AM activities across shifts and teams.
Support audits, tracking, and continuous improvement of AM systems.

Operational Improvement & Projects

Identify, support, and where appropriate lead operational improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, productivity, reliability, labor efficiency, and cost reduction.
Partner cross-functionally with Production, Maintenance, Quality, Engineering, Supply Chain, and other teams to evaluate and execute improvement opportunities.
Support structured problem-solving, root cause analysis, and corrective action implementation.
Track and communicate status of assigned initiatives and support sustainment of improvements.

Operational Support

Lead or participate in special projects and initiatives as assigned by the Operations Director in support of operational excellence, workforce development, and business objectives.
Perform other duties as required to support Operations.

Job Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in a related field or seven (7) + years direct experience
Have a minimum of three (3) years’ experience in process improvement, Autonomous Maintenance, or related fields, preferably in food manufacturing or agricultural goods processing
Strong ability to coach, mentor, and influence at all levels
Demonstrated ability to use logic, reason, and fact‑based decision‑making.
Possess excellent oral and written communication abilities, and have a high attention to detail
Proficiency in Microsoft Office skills – Outlook, Word, and Excel.

Preferred Skills (Not Required)

Bilingual/Biliterate in English/Spanish
Previous experience leading, supervising, coaching, or developing employees, trainers, or frontline teams in a manufacturing environment.
Experience with RedZone or similar production-tracking systems.
Experience deploying new processes such as AM, technical training programs, etc.)

Company Standard Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Ability to establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with Company staff and others contacted in the course of work.
Ability to assume responsibility and exercise good judgment in making decisions within the scope of authority of the position.
Ability to readily adapt to changing priorities and take direction from more than one staff member.
Ability to think and work effectively under pressure and accurately complete tasks within established times.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, to prioritize tasks, meet multiple deadlines, and ensure that work is accomplished in the time frame required.
Ability to be highly organized and provide careful attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to exercise individual initiative and discretion in confidential matters and to respect confidential matters.

Physical Demands and Working Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Ability to pass background checks, and drug screen.

All Employees Are Expected To

Comply with all Company safety requirements.
Adhere to all Company policies and procedures.

Benefits

Upon meeting eligibility requirements, the Company offers the following: health insurance coverage, LTD, 401(k) profit share contributions, paid sick leave, paid vacation leave, and eight (8) paid holidays per year. Eligible employees may also make 401(k) elective deferral contributions and may elect a co-pay plan for health insurance coverage for eligible dependents.

Disclaimer

This job description is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, and other duties as assigned.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

S. Martinelli & Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, marital status, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status.

Salary Range: $92,500/yr. to $115,000/yr.

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