JOB TITLE: Factory Trainer (12 month Fixed Term Contract- Maternity Cover)
DEPARTMENT: People and Development
SHIFT PATTERN: Monday to Friday 8AM to 5PM (Late shift required 2 x days per week, 12PM to 9PM)
REPORTS TO: Training Manager
ABOUT US:
We are a fast-paced food manufacturing business, specialising in producing ready meals for a wide range of customers. Operating from a large-scale factory environment, we are committed to delivering high-quality, safe, and delicious products. The successful candidate will predominantly support low care production areas but also support other area within training, ensuring compliance with food safety, hygiene, and health and safety standards.
ROLE OVERVIEW:
As a Factory Trainer, you will play a key role in building the capability of our workforce through effective training delivery and continuous development. You will work closely with department managers and the wider Learning & Development team to ensure all mandatory and role-specific training is delivered and evaluated effectively.
This role requires exceptional communication and interpersonal skills. You must be able to confidently engage with individuals and groups at all levels of the organisation, from new starters to experienced team members, adapting your approach to suit diverse learning styles and language abilities.
Your ability to connect with people, explain complex processes clearly, and inspire confidence will be key to your success in this role.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & ACCOUNTABILITIES:
* Willing to be flexible cover both days and late shift.
* Design, review, and deliver a compliant and comprehensive onboarding programme for all new starters.
* Organise, coordinate, and deliver role-specific and industry-relevant training to ensure team members can perform their duties safely and compliantly.
* Maintain and update all training documentation and records on the company's training system, ensuring they meet internal and external audit standards.
* Ensure mandatory and refresher training is up to date, meeting business and legal deadlines.
* Track and report on training progress and completion rates, escalating concerns where necessary.
* Conduct on-the-job competency assessments and provide clear, constructive feedback.
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS:
ESSENTIAL:
* Exceptional communication skills – confident, clear, and engaging when speaking to individuals or groups from a variety of backgrounds.
* Strong interpersonal skills with a natural ability to connect with and motivate people at all levels.
* Proficient with Microsoft Office 365.
* Organised and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple training priorities in a fast-paced environment.
* Clear and professional in written communication.
DESERABLE SKILLS:
* Food safety & hygiene understanding
* Understand the importance of health & safety
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
* Canteen
* Company pension
* Discounted or free food
* Free parking
* On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:
* Erith DA18 4AR: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
* Are you able to work Full Time?
* Are you currently a UK/EU/EEA Student?
* Do you require Visa sponsorship for this position?
* Are you happy with a 12 month fixed term contract?
Work authorisation:
* United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person