Operations Training Lead - 2nd Shift Location Stoughton, WI Apply Now (https://phh.tbe.taleo.net/phh01/ats/careers/v2/applyRequisition?org=ROTHKASE&cws=38&rid=1429) Who WE Are We are a leader in the specialty cheese industry serving our consumers by crafting and importing the best cheeses in the world while caring for our employees and our communities. Who YOU Are You strive for excellence in your area of expertise and are proud to work at a company producing premium products. You are passionate about continuous improvement, enjoy bringing creativity to your work, and are excited to blaze new trails to grow and improve our business. You foster a positive and rewarding workplace culture by valuing flexibility, work-life balance, and team development while inspiring team members to achieve their full potential. If this sounds like you, we want you to consider joining Emmi Roth! Summary: The Operations Training Lead supports the Operations Training Supervisor in implementing and maintaining effective training programs for production team members in the cheese conversion plant. This hands-on role helps ensure all employees are trained to meet safety, quality, and operational standards while promoting a culture of Continuous Improvement (CI). The Training Lead acts as a mentor on the floor, a resource for new and existing employees, and a key contributor to the plant’s training and performance goals. Essential Duties and Responsibilities + Support the Training Supervisor in executing training programs for new hires and existing staff across production areas. + Deliver hands-on instruction on equipment operation, sanitation practices, safety procedures, and quality standards. + Assist with onboarding and orientation of new employees, ensuring consistent communication of company expectations and procedures. + Monitor employee performance and provide real-time coaching and feedback to ensure adherence to training and production standards. + Conduct routine observations and report progress, gaps, or concerns to the Training Supervisor. + Help maintain training records and documentation in systems such as Alchemy and Q-Matrix. + Serve as a positive role model for safety, GMP compliance, and standard operating procedures (SOPs). + Partner with operators, leads, and supervisors to ensure ongoing development and cross-training opportunities are effectively implemented. + Support Continuous Improvement initiatives by participating in team meetings, identifying process inefficiencies, and assisting with basic problem-solving efforts. + Reinforce CI, safety, and quality culture throughout daily interactions on the floor. + Assist with shift communication by helping cascade important updates and training information between teams and across shifts. + Step in as acting lead on the floor when needed and provide backup support for the Training Supervisor during absences or special projects. + Help ensure compliance with all food safety and regulatory requirements (e.g., FDA, HACCP, GMP, OSHA). + Perform other duties as assigned in support of team and plant goals. Qualifications, Skills, Education and/or Experience + High school diploma or equivalent required; additional technical or vocational training preferred. + 2+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in food or dairy processing. + Prior experience in a lead, trainer, or mentor role is highly desirable. Skills & Competencies: + Strong communication and interpersonal skills; ability to coach and mentor others. + Solid understanding of cheese conversion equipment and procedures. + Familiarity with safety practices, GMPs, and quality control standards. + Basic knowledge of training systems and documentation tools (e.g., Alchemy, Q-Matrix) a plus. + Dependable, detail-oriented, and capable of working independently or in a team environment. + Willingness to work across shifts or flexible hours based on training needs. Physical Requirements The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. + While performing the duties of this job, the employee is constantly required to use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects and controls. + Constantly required to stand up to 8hrs during a shift + Constantly required to walk, bend, and reach with hands and arms + Constantly required to talk and hear + Constantly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds + Occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds + Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds + Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus naturally or with correction. (Occasionally = 1-25% of the time; Frequently = 26-75% of the time; Constantly = 76-100% of the time) Work environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. + Constantly exposed to a high level of noise that may make it difficult to concentrate + Constantly exposed to wet, humid with slippery conditions, hot environment + Frequently exposed to food grade chemicals required for proper sanitation + Occasionally exposed odors and air particulates related to the cheese make and aging process. (Occasionally = 1-25% of the time; Frequently = 26-75% of the time; Constantly = 76-100% of the time) At Emmi Roth, we like to promote from within. Internal applicants will be considered first when applying for this role. The Best Cheese Moments are EMMI ROTH Moments! 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