Learning and Safety Instructor

Shyft6

Warren, RI

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Coaching, Communication Skills, Corrective Action, Detail Oriented, English Language, Establish Priorities, Incident Response, Interpersonal Skills, Leadership, Life Insurance, Maintain Compliance, Mentoring, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Multilingual, OSHA, Onboarding, Operational Improvement, Operational Strategy, Operational Support, Organizational Skills, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Safety Compliance, Safety Process, Safety Standards, Safety/Work Safety, Spanish Language, Staff Training, Team Player, Time Management, Training/Teaching, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Warren, RI
POSTED
2 days ago
The Positional Training & Safety Instructor plays a key role in developing and empowering employees through hands-on training, onboarding, and continuous coaching in a fast-paced operational environment. This position partners closely with Operations, Training & Development, and Safety leadership to drive employee success, strengthen safety awareness, and support operational excellence. The ideal candidate is an engaging communicator and mentor who is passionate about developing people, promoting a strong safety culture, and creating a positive, team-oriented workplace. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a leadership-focused role and enjoys making a direct impact on employee growth and overall team performance.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for departmental new hires, overseeing onboarding and role-specific training.
  • Deliver hands-on training, coaching, and reinforcement practices that improve safety, operational efficiency, and employee performance.
  • Collaborate closely with Operations teams to support Training & Development and Safety programs aligned with organizational goals.
  • Conduct safety inspections, observations, and audits to ensure compliance with company safety standards and procedures.
  • Provide ongoing feedback to leadership and supervisors regarding employee progress, training effectiveness, and performance.
  • Maintain a coach and mentor mindset to support employee growth and foster a positive work environment.
  • Identify workplace safety concerns and recommend corrective actions or process improvements.


Requirements

Required Skills & Abilities

  • Bilingual proficiency in Spanish and English (verbal and written) required.
  • Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
  • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build trust and rapport across diverse teams.
  • Excellent organizational skills and strong attention to detail.
  • Proven time management abilities with a track record of meeting deadlines.
  • Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to prioritize tasks effectively in a fast-paced, occasionally high-pressure environment.
  • Demonstrated ability to foster a positive, behavior-based safety culture.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) or equivalent software.


Education & Experience

  • High school diploma or equivalent required.
  • Minimum of one year of related experience preferred.
  • Bilingual in Spanish and English required.
  • Training experience and OSHA safety background highly desirable.
  • Strong sense of urgency and ability to respond to critical incidents required.
  • Ability to train and coach employees in a fast-paced environment.


Benefits

Our Total Compensation Package Includes:     

Medical, dental and vision benefits. 

401k with Company match. 

Paid time off include vacation, sick time and holidays. 

Education Assistance Program. 

Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability. 



About the Company

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