Trainer

Job Description

Job Description

Training Lead

BrightFarms | Farm Operations 

Reports To: Operations Specialist 

Standard Schedule: Determined by Site. Flexibility Based on the needs of the Farm.

Primary Responsibility: New-Hire Training, Qualification & Employee Development 

Secondary Responsibility: Operational Support, Warehouse First, Followed by Production 

Position Summary

The Farm Operations team at BrightFarms is seeking a highly engaged, hands-on Training Lead responsible for delivering standardized training programs, coaching employees through qualification, and validating employee competency using established training materials, learning pathways, and qualification standards.

This position requires a strong, visible presence throughout the facility, with direct engagement across all four operational shifts (A, B, C, and D). This role serves as the primary trainer for new hires, cross-training activities, and employee skill development within assigned operational areas. The Training Lead reports to the Operations Specialist, and works closely with Supervisors and the Sr. Operational Training & Continuous Improvement Lead to ensure training is delivered consistently and employees can safely and independently perform their assigned responsibilities.

Training and employee development are always the primary responsibility. When training activities are not scheduled or required, the Training Lead will transition to productive operational support, prioritizing Warehouse Operations followed by Production. 

This is an active, floor-based leadership position requiring initiative, accountability, and consistent engagement throughout the workday. 

Key Responsibilities

Training Delivery

• Deliver onboarding, qualification, and cross-training programs using approved training materials and learning pathways.
• Facilitate classroom, video-based, and hands-on operational training activities.
• Demonstrate standard work, equipment operation, and safe work practices.
• Reinforce operational, quality, food safety, and safety standards throughout the training process.
• Support structured on-the-job training activities.

Employee Coaching & Development

• Provide coaching and feedback throughout the employee learning process.
• Adjust coaching techniques to meet individual learning needs.
• Reinforce correct work methods and operational expectations.
• Support employee development through ongoing observation and feedback during training.
• Escalate training or performance concerns to Supervisors and Operations Specialists.

Competency Validation

• Conduct practical skill assessments using established qualification standards.
• Validate employee competency through observation and skill demonstrations.
• Complete required qualification documentation and skill sign-offs.
• Recommend employees for qualification upon successful demonstration of required skills.
• Identify and communicate skill gaps requiring additional training.

Training Compliance & Documentation

• Maintain accurate training documentation and qualification records.
• Ensure employees complete required training assignments.
• Verify employees are trained on revised procedures and work instructions.
• Support training audits and compliance reviews.
• Communicate training completion status to Supervisors and Operations Specialists.

Continuous Improvement Support

• Reinforce established standard work through hands-on coaching and observations. 
• Support sitewide 5S initiatives, workplace organization, visual management, and audit readiness. 
• Identify recurring employee errors and recommend training-based corrective actions. 
• Assist in developing training aids, visual instructions, qualification materials, and standardized training documents. 
• Support process improvements that strengthen consistency, productivity, safety, and quality. 

Operational Support (Secondary Responsibility) 

When training, coaching, assessments, and necessary training preparation are complete or not scheduled, the Training Lead will actively support daily operations as needed.

Work Schedule & Shift Coverage 

• Beanufacturing, food production, agriculture, warehousing, or a related operational environment.
• Previous training, mentoring, coaching, or Lead experience preferred.
• Ability to provide clear instruction, demonstrate operational tasks, and evaluate employee competency in English (Bi-lingual Preferred).
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage schedules and training documentation
• Comfortable working directly on the production floor and supporting operational assignments. 
• Proactive, self-directed, and capable of identifying productive work without constant supervision. 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook. 
• Willingness to adjust scheduled hours or days to meet training requirements across all shifts. 
• Ability to meet the physical requirements of the position, including lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Success Measures
• Success in this role will be demonstrated through:
• New-Hire Development: Completion of onboarding and qualification milestones within established timelines. 
• Training Effectiveness: Employee proficiency, training retention, and reduction in recurring operational errors. 
• Training Compliance: Accurate and current training records, skills matrices, and qualification documentation. 
• Daily Execution: Consistent publication and completion of training schedules and assigned work. 
• Shift Coverage: Documented training engagement across A, B, C, and D shifts. 
• Operational Engagement: Productive utilization of available time through training, coaching, operational support, and improvement activities. 
• Cross-Training: Increased employee versatility and qualification across operational functions. 

cause BrightFarms operates on a four-shift, 2-2-3 rotation, the Training Lead must provide training access and direct engagement across all four shifts. 

Schedule expectations include: 

• Maintain consistent overlap with day and night operations. 
• Work directly with employees assigned to A, B, C, and D shifts. 
• Coordinate with the Operations Specialist to maintain a rolling four-week training coverage plan. 
• Periodically adjust scheduled days to include Saturday or Sunday, substituting another scheduled workday to maintain the standard workweek. 
• Adjust start and end times when necessary to support early day-shift training, night-shift development, or specific qualification requirements. 
• Ensure training access is not limited to employees working during the standard weekday schedule. 
• Communicate planned schedule changes and training priorities in advance.

Qualifications

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent required.