Technical Trainer - Warehouse

KDC is a network of best-in-class custom formulators and manufacturers of color cosmetics, skincare, haircare, bath & body, fragrance, deodorant, home, health, industrial, and auto care products. KDC delivers high-touch innovation, operational excellence, and speed to market to well-known and emerging beauty, personal, and specialty companies from coast to coast. KDC has its head office in Longueuil, Québec. In addition, KDC has 10 operating facilities located throughout North America. Altogether, the company employs nearly 4,800 talented and dedicated employees in North America.

Technical Trainer

Are you passionate about training others, improving processes, and making an impact on the production floor? At kdc/one, we’re looking for a hands-on, energetic Technical Trainer to support and develop frontline manufacturing teams in a fast-paced environment.

In this role, you’ll work closely with Operations, Maintenance, and Leadership teams to train employees, improve standard work, and support continuous improvement initiatives across our production environment.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Deliver hands-on training to Equipment Operators and Production Line Leaders
• Create and update SOPs, Work Instructions, Job Aids, and training materials
• Support new equipment launches, validations, and process improvements
• Partner with Supervisors, Maintenance, and site leadership to coordinate training activities
• Help drive continuous improvement initiatives including TPM, Lean, Kaizen, and 6S projects
• Develop and maintain skills matrices, train-the-trainer programs, and SME development programs
• Promote safe work practices and GMP compliance across the production floor
• Support operational excellence through coaching, troubleshooting, and employee development

What We Need From You:

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Manufacturing experience preferred
• Training experience preferred
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
• Knowledge of GMPs, OSHA safety requirements, and Lean manufacturing concepts is a plus
• Ability to explain technical information clearly and effectively

Physical & Work Environment

• Climate-controlled manufacturing environment
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs occasionally
• Required PPE includes hairnet, safety glasses, and steel toe footwear
• Must be flexible to support 1st, 2nd, or 3rd shift training needs as business demands require

Why Join kdc/one?

• Clean, Fragrant, & Climate Controlled Facility
• Benefits Including Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401K with Company Match after 30 Days!
• Paid Time Off & 11 Company Paid Holidays
• Recognition/Incentive Programs
• Discount Programs
• Safety Shoe Voucher Program (Up to $125 annually)
• Prescription Safety Glasses Discount Program

KDC-ONE is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, gender, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. I understand that employment with KDC-ONE Company is at-will, meaning that I or KDC-ONE Company may terminate my employment at any time, or for any reason consistent with applicable state or federal law. I understand that KDC-One requires the successful completion of a drug and/or alcohol test as a condition of employment.