QA Training Specialist I - 1st Shift (Sparks, NV)
SUMMARY
Organized, hand-on, safety-focused individual to effectively coach employees in both classroom and production environments. Support the Training Supervisor in executing onboarding, compliance, and operational training programs for manufacturing employees. Responsible for facilitating classroom training, supporting hands-on OJT activities on the Production floor, maintaining training records, and ensuring employees are properly trained in Company procedures, work instructions, and safety practices before working independently on the Production floor.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
New Hire Orientation & Training
Facilitates onboarding and operational training sessions for new hires.
Conducts training reviews of:
Work Instructions
SOPs
Forms
HACCP and Food Defense
Allergen and cGMP
Safety Procedures
Quality requirements
Ensures employees understand training expectations before floor assignment.
Training Documentation & Compliance
Maintains accurate training records and signoffs.
Uploads completed training documentation into tracking quality management systems.
Ensures training compliance requirements are completed on time.
Assists with audit readiness and training documentation retrieval.
OJT (On-the-Job Training) Support
Supports hands-on training activities on the production floor.
Coaches employees on:
Equipment operation
Process flow
Safety practices
Proper documentation
Validates employee understanding and escalate gaps to leadership.
Assists in development and creation of training curriculum for all components of NOW’s training programs.
Weekly Hands-On Training Support
Assists with scheduled training day activities.
Supports hands-on demonstrations, including:
Equipment disassembly
Equipment reassembly
Cleaning and setup procedures
Reinforces operational best practices and standard work.
Training Program Support
Assists in updating training materials and OJT packets.
Provides feedback on training effectiveness and employee progress.
Partners with Production, Quality, and Safety teams to identify training needs.
Complies with all safety and GMP requirements.