Senior Trainer, PIT and Risk

Coca-Cola Beverages Florida, LLC (Coke Florida) is a family-owned independent Coca-Cola bottler that is the third largest privately-held and the sixth largest independent Coca-Cola bottler in the United States. Coke Florida sells, markets, manufactures and distributes over 600 products of The Coca-Cola Company and other partner companies including Monster Beverage Corporation and BODYARMOR. In 2026, for the 5th year in a row, Coke Florida was named as a US Best Managed Company by Deloitte Private and The Wall Street Journal. This program recognizes outstanding U.S. private companies and the achievements of their management teams in four key areas: strategy, ability to execute, corporate culture, and governance/financial performance. What We Offer : Eligible full time Coke Florida Associates can participate in our Total Rewards Program which includes: Total Wellness Programs including health, dental and vision plans 401K program with healthy company match Supplemental Life Insurance Three weeks of vacation pay, and 10 company paid holidays* Employee Assistance Programs (EAP) Competitive compensation Coke Florida is searching for a Sr. Trainer, PIT and Risk to work out of Hollywood, Orlando, Jacksonville and our Tampa HQ office. Senior Powered Industrial Truck (PIT) and Risk Trainer What You Will Do: The Senior PIT Safety and Risk Trainer is responsible for leading the regional execution of Coke Florida's enterprise-wide Powered Industrial Truck (PIT) Safety, Certification, and Risk Management Program. This role serves as the organization's subject matter expert (SME) for PIT operations, operator competency, regulatory compliance, and operational risk mitigation across manufacturing, warehouse, and distribution environments. Working within an established enterprise framework, this role is accountable for implementing, governing, and continuously improving PIT safety and certification processes throughout an assigned region. The Senior Trainer will ensure the consistent application of enterprise standards while partnering with operational leaders to reduce injuries, prevent equipment and property damage, improve operator performance, and strengthen Coke Florida's safety culture. As a Senior Trainer, you will be responsible for one of Coke Florida's four regions (North, Central, West, or South), serving as the regional owner of the enterprise PIT program and ensuring all facilities execute training, certification, recertification, auditing, and compliance requirements consistently and effectively. You will partner closely with the Environmental Health, Safety and Sustainability (EHSS) team, Risk Management, Human Resources, Operations, and site leadership teams to deploy enterprise-wide PIT safety standards, certification requirements, operating procedures, and risk-reduction initiatives. This role will provide regional oversight, coaching, auditing, and performance management to ensure alignment with enterprise expectations and drive continuous improvement in PIT safety performance across all assigned facilities. Roles and Responsibilities: Execute and govern Coke Florida's enterprise-wide Powered Industrial Truck (PIT) safety and certification program throughout an assigned region. Partner with fellow Senior Trainers, EHSS, and operational leaders to develop and maintain enterprise PIT standards, certification requirements, operating procedures, audit protocols, and best practices. Ensure consistent implementation and compliance with enterprise PIT safety requirements across all facilities within the assigned region. Establish and maintain comprehensive operator qualification, certification, recertification, and competency validation processes. Conduct facility assessments, operational audits, and field observations to evaluate compliance, identify risks, and drive corrective actions. Assist in the investigation of PIT-related incidents, near misses, equipment damage, and property damage events using root cause analysis methodologies. Assist with the creation of corrective action plans to improve operational performance and reduce future risk exposure. Create governance processes and reporting mechanisms that drive accountability, consistency, and sustainable program execution. Develop annual regional objectives, improvement strategies, and key performance indicators (KPIs) aligned with enterprise safety goals. Develop and maintain key metrics related to: Near misses Operator compliance Certification completion and documentation Property damage Develop regional scorecards, trend analyses, and performance reports that provide visibility into PIT safety performance, compliance, and risk-reduction opportunities. Serve as the regional PIT safety SME and trusted advisor for facility leadership teams. Conduct operator observations, and coaching sessions to reinforce safe operating practices and validate operator competency. Educate managers and supervisors on PIT safety expectations, accountability measures, corrective actions, and risk mitigation strategies. Facilitate leadership training, safety workshops, and continuous improvement initiatives focused on PIT safety excellence. Support and promote existing recognition and reinforcement programs that encourage positive operational and safety behaviors. Identify opportunities to improve training effectiveness, operator engagement, and operational safety performance across the region. Maintain compliance with applicable OSHA regulations, company standards, and recordkeeping requirements related to PIT training and certification. Education and Skills Required: Bachelor’s degree in occupational safety, Risk Management, Industrial Engineering, Education or related field required Minimum of 3 years’ experience with material handling equipment 5+ years of training in classroom and 1v1 environment Experience supporting multi-site operations in manufacturing, warehouse and distribution environments Proven experience developing training programs, leading incident investigations and root cause analysis Excellent written and verbal communication to include: Proven strategic storytelling experience Ability to influence without authority Ability to make connections to audience at any level when speaking/presenting Previous experience driving measurable safety improvements Advanced knowledge of:

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Previous experience using a Learning Management System (LMS), Incident reporting platforms, and Microsoft Power BI or similar reporting tools Previous experience developing and evaluating curriculum, competency assessments and standard operating procedures Valid driver's license and driving record within MVR policy guidelines* *Major moving violations include, but are not limited to, leaving the scene of an accident, driving under the influence, and reckless driving. Minor moving violations include, but are not limited to, speeding, driving too close, failure to stop, and improper lane changes. Driving records, including minor moving violations, will be evaluated according to Coke Florida guidelines to determine eligibility for the position. Additional Qualifications that will strengthen your candidacy: Having one or more of the following certifications: Certified Safety Professional (CSP) Associate Safety Professional (ASP) OSHA Authorized outreach Trainer Certified Occupational Safety Specialist (COSS) Certified instructional trainer PIT Master Trainer Certification Knowledge of adult learning theories APICS Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) APICS Certified in Logistics, Transportation and Distribution (CLTD) Project Management Professional (PMP) OSHA Certification This job description is not an exhaustive list of all functions that the employee may be required to perform, and the employee may be required to perform additional functions. Coke Florida reserves the right to revise the job description at any time and to assign additional duties and responsibilities as needed. Employment with Coke Florida is at-will. The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship. Coca-Cola Beverages Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. #J-18808-Ljbffr Coca-Cola Beverages Florida