Pactiv Evergreen is now a part of Novolex. Novolex is a leading manufacturer of food, beverage, and specialty packaging that supports multiple industries, including foodservice, restaurant delivery and carryout, food processing, grocery and retail, and industrial sectors. Our innovative product portfolio is designed to meet the diverse needs of businesses worldwide and the millions of customers they serve. Through continuous investment in research and development, we are committed to engineering more sustainable choices for the future. Our extensive manufacturing network spans North America and Europe, including two world-class plastic film recycling centers. Discover more about Novolex, our 20,000+ family members and our commitment to innovation and sustainability at www.novolex.com.

Pactiv Evergreen is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce.  Pactiv Evergreen is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, religion, creed, age national origin, physical or mental disability, genetic information, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, veteran status or other characteristics or statuses protected by law.  For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please call (847) 482-4320 or email TalentHelp@Pactiv.com.

 All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines and applicable laws.

Summary:

The Training specialist is responsible for the training of new / temporary employees as well as ongoing skills training in the Packaging Associate, Operator Associate and Operator Specialist positions. The objective is to complete standardized training using a flexible timeframe to match each individual’s learning pace while ensuring training progress is achieved, and to accomplish all training in a safe and effective manner.

Essential duties and responsibilities:

• Responsible for updating, maintaining and implementing to appropriate training and training documentation with input from Operations leadership.
• Must be flexible with work schedule including the ability to work all shifts as needed
• Fully understand (signed off) the core functions of all packing and operator positions.
• Work directly with Training Coordinator, Team Leaders and Supervisors to coordinate training activities.
• Meet regularly with the Operations Manager and Human Resources to assist with training requirements to meet business needs.
• Responsible for guiding all trainees in safe, quality work.
• Prepare training packets, distribute and collect when necessary.
• Help maintain training matrix for all departments.
• Assist with timely completion of reviews / assessments.
• Monitor training performance to schedule.
• Track an employee’s development and work with management if an employee is not meeting expectations so additional training may be provided.

Requirements:

• Basic Microsoft skills (outlook, power point, word, etc)
• Capable of communicating in front of large groups and interacting with peers and site leaders.
• Reliable/Dependable as it relates to completing work assignments
• Proven experience in effectively coaching peers. Willingness to coach leaders.
• Previous experience working in an industrial/manufacturing environment
• Must have acceptable work and attendance record:
• Have not received a Step 2 disciplinary action in the last 12 months
• No more than 5 absences (incidents) in the past 12 months rolling period

Physical Requirements/ Environmental/ Working Conditions:

• Must be able to constantly stand, walk, use hands, and arms
• Must be able to occasionally stoop, kneel, or crouch
• Frequently required lifting and/or moving up to 70 pounds
• Frequently required pushing or pulling items using force up to 95 pounds.
• Must be able to frequently climb 10-40 steps and occasionally climb 5-10 ladder rungs.
• Able to work in differing temperatures.
• Must be able to work 12-hour rotating shifts and overtime as required.

Why Join Pactiv Evergreen:

• Career development: On the job learning, certification programs, coaching and mentoring, training programs, leadership development and on-line learning
• Compensation: competitive wages and monthly performance incentive opportunities
• Benefits: our robust benefits package includes health (medical, dental & vision), disability and life insurance along with 401(k) savings plan, various employee discounts, wellness programs and paid time off.
• Stability: we are the largest manufacturer of foodservice, food merchandising and fresh beverage cartons in North America.  We are an essential component of our nation’s critical food supply chain.  In short, we help feed our country!