Operations Trainer (3rd Shift)

Job Title: Bilingual Operations Trainer (3rd Shift) 

Department: Operations  

Reports to: Production Manager  

Location: Hilbert, Wisconsin

Schedule: Sun-Thu 8:30pm - 6:30am, Friday overtime as required

Pay: $21.50 + 15% shift differential

Ornua is seeking a Bilingual Operations Trainer to join our growing team. In this role, you will serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME), providing hands-on training and mentorship to employees during onboarding and beyond. You’ll deliver in-depth skills training across all departmental functions, ensuring team members are equipped for success and career progression. This dynamic position requires strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES  

• Deliver step-by-step, on-the-job training for new hires and rehires, ensuring tasks are performed safely and accurately. 

• Ensure all Week 1 and Week 2 training sessions are completed, documented, and communicated to management, addressing any gaps promptly. 

• Monitor and reinforce compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), including food safety, equipment handling, and operational standards. 

• Adapt to business needs by providing training across multiple departments. 

• Conduct Lockout–Tagout (LOTO) and other required safety training for authorized employees. 

• Support conversations requiring translation between English and Spanish. 

• Identify issues, analyze data, and implement effective solutions. 

• Perform additional duties as needed to meet production demands. 

• Maintain consistent attendance and adhere to all company and departmental procedures. 

EXPERIENCE AND REQUIREMENTS 

• Bilingual Spanish and English  

• Strong verbal and written communication skills 

• Ability to foster a respectful, approachable, and team-oriented environment 

• High attention to detail and strong time management skills 

• Basic computer proficiency 

• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information 

• Basic math skills 

• Previous experience in a manufacturing environment 

• Physical ability to lift up to 60 lbs, perform repetitive motions, and stand/walk for up to 10 hours 

• Willingness to work in a food manufacturing environment with variable temperatures 

• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. 

• Manual dexterity for handling boxes and products 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS  

This role requires regular standing, walking, bending, twisting, pushing, pulling, and lifting up to 60 pounds. Employees must be able to perform repetitive motions and safely operate equipment while following all safety and quality procedures.   

WORKING ENVIRONMENT  

Work is performed in a food manufacturing facility with variable temperatures — cooler warehouse areas and warmer production zones. The environment includes exposure to moving equipment, moderate to loud noise levels, and required use of personal protective equipment (PPE) such as safety shoes, safety glasses, hearing protection, hard hats and hairnets. 

WHY ORNUA? 

Ornua is a purpose-driven, values-led co-operative creating value for Irish dairy farming families through our global operations. With 10 business units, 16 production facilities, and in-market teams across the world, we operate through two divisions — Ornua Foods, which markets our iconic consumer brands including Kerrygold and Pilgrims Choice, and Ornua Ingredients, which provides innovative, customized dairy ingredient solutions to our customers. 

• Our Values lie at the core of everything we do. Our five values encourage us to Seek and Embrace New Ideas, Make It Happen, Be Our True Selves, Show You Care, and Achieve Great Things Together. 

• We invest in our people and foster a culture of continuous learning and improvement. 

• Career progression opportunities, including global mobility. 

• Comprehensive benefits with region-specific offerings. 

Ornua is an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will be provided with equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status, or genetic information.  Ornua is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you require an accommodation to complete the application or interview process, please contact Ornua People Services at 833-450-2385 or peopleservicesus@ornua.com.  

This employer participates in E-Verify, a federal program that verifies the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. As part of the hiring process, information provided on your Form I-9 will be submitted to the E-Verify system.