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Overview

VEYER is a Fortune 500-scale fulfillment leader with 40+ years of supply chain expertise, operating 40 North American warehouses in support of brands like Office Depot®. We specialize in high-volume eCommerce fulfillment, offering employees exposure to industry-leading logistics operations. We're backed by Fortune 500 buying power and port-to-porch experience, providing team members with opportunities for business scale and career growth in logistics.

**SHIFT** - this role requires flexibility with shift start and end times. This **position does not have fixed hours.** The Training Specialist provides support to Romeoville and at times to our Carol Stream location. There may be a rotation every other weekend

**Pay Range:** $18.39/Hour - $23.00/Hour based on experience

About the Role:

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Training Specialist to join our team. This role requires a hands-on leader with a proven track record in supervising and training teams within a fast-paced distribution center environment. The ideal candidate will blend operational efficiency with effective employee development to help drive our team’s success.

Critical Responsibilities:

+ Manage training schedules in close collaboration with the Sr. Manager and General Manager.

+ Own and maintain the cross-training tracker and its management.

+ Lead new hire orientation and oversee PIT (Powered Industrial Truck) certifications. **Candidates must be certified Equipment Operators in Dock Stocker, Reach Truck, Stock Picker, and Electric Pallet Jack.**

+ Provide flexible support across different departments and processes, including covering for other leaders as needed.

+ Support our Carol Stream location on a flexible shift basis, which includes potential weekend rotations every other weekend.

+ Assist in training employees and conducting observations to ensure adherence to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

+ Support the rollout and training of new processes and procedures.

+ Foster a culture of continuous improvement, teamwork, safety, and cleanliness within the facility.

+ Maintain key department expertise in areas such as receiving, production, inventory control, and administration.

Who We’re Looking For:

+ An experienced leader with a strong background in supervising and training teams in a warehouse or distribution center setting.

+ A proactive and flexible individual willing to learn and work across various departments and processes.

+ Someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is committed to employee development and operational excellence.

General Responsibilities

• Cross train in all departments as required, learning multiple jobs in distribution center to perform multiple distribution-related functions that allow, as the business requires, assignment across various functions. Assignment to other functional tasks may be done on a daily or less than daily basis

• Work in a fast-paced, metric-driven environment. Interact with leadership and work groups sharing information related to immediate tasks

• Actively contribute to and influence other associates in maintaining a safe, clean work environment and displaying a positive team spirit / attitude

• Assist in monitoring production and resolve production problems by identifying/locating barriers. Escalate difficult problems to the location leadership team

• Drive the Lean culture within the operation. Actively seek to support implementation of and contribute ideas / suggestions for continuous improvement to the distribution processes

• Train new hires and retrains team associates as required. Ensure SOP’s are rolled out and training completed

• Effective communicator in assigned role. May be asked to assist in communicating new processes and procedures. Train groups of associates as well as individual training

• Demonstrate a commitment to Office Depot core values

Qualifications

+ High school diploma or equivalent education preferred

+ Minimum 3 years warehouse, distribution, supply chain experience

+ Candidates must be certified Equipment Operators in Dock Stocker, Reach Truck, Stock Picker, and Electric Pallet Jack

+ Some Experience in Training

Other Information

• Ability to communicate, both verbally and in writing, using the English language

• Knowledge of warehouse management systems and equipment

• Basic math skills (counting, addition, subtraction, multiplication)

• Knowledge of the operation of a personal computer (PC)

• Knowledge of the operation of power/mobile equipment; may require additional training and/or certification on additional power equipment

• Ability to lift a minimum of 70 pounds regularly, up to 150 pounds infrequently

• Ability to push, pull, grasp, and fine manipulation of equipment using hands is ongoing throughout the work hours

• Walking on uneven surfaces possible, though infrequently

• Must be able to perform the duties performed by the associates they lead

• Basic level experience with Microsoft Word and Excel

• Ability to work a flexible schedule is a plus (start shift early and/or stay until the work is complete)

• Exhibited good job performance and behavior as measured through indicators such as teamwork, attendance, quality and productivity, etc.

About The ODP Corporation

The ODP Corporation (NASDAQ:ODP) is a leading provider of products and services through an integrated business-to-business (B2B) distribution platform and omnichannel presence, which includes world-class supply chain and distribution operations, dedicated sales professionals, online presence, and a network of Office Depot and OfficeMax retail stores. Through its operating companies Office Depot, LLC; ODP Business Solutions, LLC; and Veyer, LLC, The ODP Corporation empowers every business, professional, and consumer to achieve more every day.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by associates assigned to this classification and are not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of associates so classified. Other duties may be assigned.

**Pay, Benefits & Work Schedule:** The salary range for this role is $18.39/Hour to $23.00/Hour, however all state and local minimum wages will be complied with, resulting in a possible adjustment to the salary range displayed.

The company offers competitive salaries, a benefits package, which includes a 401(k) and more, along with plenty of opportunity to move and grow within our organization! For immediate consideration for this exciting position, please click the Apply Now button.

How to Apply

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Application Deadline

The job posting will remain open for a minimum of 3 days and will expire once the position has been filled.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The company is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in all employment practices. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, age, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by law.

We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records City & County of San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

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