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Certified Trainer

Smithfield Foods
United States, North Carolina, Tar Heel
Sep 24, 2026
If you are currently employed at Smithfield, please log into Workday and submit your application through the Jobs Hub. Have a seat at our table. When you join Smithfield, you become part of something special - a company that's sustainably feeding people around the world, producing good food the right way with respect for our people, animals, communities and planet. With opportunities across locations and functions, a culture grounded in our Core Four values - gratitude, communication, respect and accountability - and a strong commitment to learning, collaboration, and innovation, Smithfield offers challenging and rewarding careers where you can grow, contribute and make a real impact. Apply Now! Business Title: Certified Trainer Location: Tar Heel, NC Distribution Center Reports to: Training Supervisor Position Summary: As a Trainer, you will train employees on the safe use of material handling equipment and teach fellow employees the accurate execution of distribution center processes and procedures. When opportunities to train are not available, the certified trainer will perform material handler duties as directed by the operations team. Key Accountabilities: Trains employees on job specific and general distribution center processes and procedures Trains employees on the safe operation of facility material handling equipment Ensures that employees are trained in an accurate, consistent manner Sets a positive safety example in the distribution center Utilizes RF units and pick tickets, and receiving documentation Builds stable, well-built and accurate pallet loads for shipment Ensures item pick accuracy and safety of product to prevent damage Understands pallet layers, heights, and counting methods used when working with pallets of product Reads and understands product descriptions, packaging and pick ticket messages Consistently meets established company production and service level standards Utilizes good housekeeping processes Utilizes effective food safety measures Utilizes warehouse processes to minimize damage and other areas of waste Informs supervisor of any differences in case quantity and/or product description Wraps the pallet by circling load with roll of plastic wrap until secure Housekeeping during and at the end of shifts Other duties as assigned Qualifications/ Education/Experience/Skills: High school diploma or general equivalency degree required Previous experience in a training role preferred Certification on all facility material handling equipment and processes preferred Capable of communicating clearly and concisely in written and oral formats Ability to lift up to 60 pounds continually during shift Ability to understand and follow both written and verbal instructions Ability to operate pallet jack and other required materials handling equipment (MHE) Physical Demands: You will be constantly standing, walking, riding, carrying, twisting, bending, balancing, seeing, hearing, and handling paperwork. You will regularly be lifting objects weighing from less than 20 lbs. to 60 lbs. Disclaimer This position description is not intended, and should not be construed to be, an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. It is intended, however, to be an accurate reflection of those principle job elements essential for making decisions related to job performance, employee development and compensation. As such, the incumbent may perform other duties and responsibilities as required. Relocation Package Available No EEO Information Smithfield is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, protected veterans status, status as a disabled individual or any other protected group status or non-job characteristic as directed by law. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment selection process, please call us at 757-357-1595.