Production Onboarding Coordinator - Food Processing 3rd shift

Full-Time
3rd Shift
Milford, IN 46542

Key Responsibilities
• Coordinate onboarding and job training for new production employees, including continued facilitation of the Strong Start Program.
• Ensure new employees receive training on job duties, safety procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), quality standards, and company policies.
• Serve as the primary contact for new employees during onboarding and training and direct questions to the appropriate department representative.
• Prepare designated trainers and training buddies to effectively support new team members.
• Monitor employee progress, coordinate 10-, 20-, and 30-day check-ins, and share feedback with supervisors and managers.
• Maintain accurate onboarding and training records, including updates to the new-hire monitoring system.
• Record process data and operational adjustments and write or update standard operating procedures (SOPs) as needed.
• Conduct or assist with orientation sessions covering company values, workplace culture, policies, and performance expectations.
• Support employee retention, engagement, and recognition programs, including the Golden Duck program and employee appreciation events.
• Provide production support as needed, including laundry coverage or coverage for other liaisons.

Qualifications
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• One to three years of experience in manufacturing, food processing, production, employee training, or onboarding preferred.
• Ability to read, interpret, follow, and update SOPs, technical documentation, and production schedules.
• Strong communication, organization, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to explain processes clearly, monitor employee progress, and provide constructive feedback.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to workplace safety, food safety, and product quality.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and collaborate effectively as part of a team.
• Working knowledge of standard computer applications preferred; bilingual or multilingual skills, particularly Spanish, French, Creole, or Burmese, are a plus.
Schedule and Work Environment
• Full-time, 3rd-shift position located on-site in Milford, Indiana.
• Work is performed in both office and food production environments, including refrigerated areas generally maintained between 35°F and 45°F.
• Production areas may be wet, humid, noisy, and exposed to raw poultry, cleaning chemicals, and varying odors.
• The role may require extended standing and walking, repetitive movements, and handling poultry products weighing between 10 and 50 pounds, depending on the task.
• Required PPE may include gloves, smocks, aprons, hairnets, earplugs, and safety footwear.
• Employees must follow all hygiene, food safety, biosecurity, USDA, sanitation, and company requirements.

Benefits
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) savings and retirement plan with company match
• FSA & HAS
• Company-paid life insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO) Two weeks of vacation per year, available after 60 days of employment.
• Long-term employment in a stable industry with reliable schedules.