Lead Warehouse Worker II-Trainer

Company: Penske
Location: Grand Prairie
Posted on: April 22, 2025

Job Description:

Position Summary: Penske Logistics is looking for warehouse associates to become part of an excellent team. The Warehouse Lead Trainer must educate, train, and certify all new hires and current associates on equipment, safety, operational procedures, food safety handling, and other trainings as assigned in GENSUITE, or by the organizational leadership team, including refresher courses/training. The Warehouse Lead Trainer will help with all process improvement projects as well as help support the day-to-day operational goals. The Warehouse Lead Trainer must act professional, lead by example, demonstrate a strong attendance record, adhere to all company policies, and ensure safety is a top priority. Position: Lead Warehouse Worker- Trainer Scheduled: 8:30AM-5:00PM Wage: $20.48 per hour Benefits: Our excellent benefits plan keeps associates and their families happy, healthy, and secure. To learn more visit https://penske.jobs/benefits/ Additional Benefits: - Paid Time Off - Medical Insurance - Dental Insurance - Vision Insurance - Life Insurance - 401K with company match - Associate Referral Program - $125 Boot Allowance, following 90-days of employment (Where applicable) Our associates also enjoy numerous associate discounts and opportunities to grow with the organization! Location: 730 E Trinity Blvd Grand Prairie, TX 75050 Major Responsibilities: Job requirements may include the following where applicable: - Conducts classroom and floor training to both newly hired and tenured employees (i.e. order selectors, loaders, auditors, etc.). - Coach, counsel, and inspire employees to meet and exceed required productivity standards. - Conducts assessments to identify specific skill/knowledge gaps, training objectives, and required changes in training policies and procedures. - Coordinates trainings and re-certifications while ensuring consistent and standardized evaluation. - Observes employees to determine training effectiveness and ensures any additional training requirements are implemented. - Properly documents all initial and refresher training requirements. - Exhibits and practices positive communication and team building skills with trainees to ensure a professional environment. - Executes & provides process & project visibility to Project Leader. - Complies with all company policies, practices, and procedures. Reports all unsafe activities to their respective Supervisor. - Requires flexibility to function as a team member and assist with operational tasks within each department as required by senior leadership, such as operating all required PIT equipment, and perform other warehouse duties as needed or assigned. Qualifications: -4 years of warehouse or supervisory experience preferred -2 years of experience on multiple types of MHE required, including Forklift / Reach Truck, Dock Truck, Electronic Pallet Jacks (EPJ), etc. -High School diploma or equivalent preferred -Bi-lingual ability preferred -Basic computer skills including Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint required. -Strong written/oral communication and organizational skills are required -Consistent and dependable attendance is an essential function of the job. - Basic computer skills including Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint preferred - Ability to learn and use proprietary software required - Flexible to work overtime preferred - Ability to work in non-climate controlled conditions - Regular, predictable, full attendance is an essential function of the job. - Willingness to travel as necessary, work the required schedule, work at the specific location required, complete Penske employment application, submit to a background investigation (to include past employment, education, and criminal history) and drug screening required. This position is designated as safety sensitive by the company, and the ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner is required. Associates must have the ability to accept responsibility for their own safety, as well as the safety of others. Physical Requirements: -The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. -The associate will be required to remember and understand certain instructions, guidelines or other information. -The associate must be able to see and verbally communicate. -Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. The associate must be able to hear, understand, and distinguish speech and/or other sounds (e.g., machinery alarms, medical codes or alarms). -While performing the duties of this job, the associate will be required to move frequently, stand, walk, and sit. The associate is frequently required to use hands to touch, handle, and feel, and to reach with hands and arms. The associate must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 50lbs/23kg and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100lbs/45kg. Penske is an Equal Opportunity Employer. About Penske Logistics Penske Logistics engineers state-of-the-art transportation, warehousing and freight management solutions that deliver powerful business results for market-leading companies. With operations in North America, South America, Europe and Asia, Penske and its associates help businesses move forward by increasing visibility and driving down supply-chain costs. Visit Penske Logistics to learn more. Job Category: Warehouse Job Family: Warehouse Address: 730 E Trinity Blvd Primary Location: US-TX-Grand Prairie Employer: Penske Logistics LLC Req ID: 2505208

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