Skill Trainer and Developer

Your Job

Georgia-Pacific is looking for a safety-orientated individual to join our team as Skill Builder in Plattsburgh, NY.

This position will support Educational Skills Improvement (ESI) standards and initiatives dedicated to building employee capability.

This role will primarily focus on on-the-job training (OJT), getting technicians authorized through the performance-based skills and qualification (PSQ) process, and investing a portion of their time developing and performing classroom training.

The ideal candidate will have experience with adult learning methodologies, emerging technologies, and conducting training classes.

This position is Monday through Friday, 6:00 am 2:00 pm to include weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed.

The starting pay for this position is $27.33 per hour.

We offer a competitive benefits package, comprehensive health and wellness programs, a 401(k) plan, professional development opportunities, and access to resources that support career growth.

Our Team

At Georgia Pacific Plattsburgh, our team is driven by a shared passion for innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning.

As a member of our Skill Development team, you'll work alongside diverse and talented professionals who are dedicated to fostering personal and professional growth across the organization.

We believe in empowering individuals to challenge the status quo, leverage cutting edge tools, and creating meaningful solutions that drive long term value.

Join us and be a part of a dynamic environment where creativity thrives, ideas are valued, and your contributions make a tangible impact.

What You Will Do



* Demonstrate the ability to be a self-starter who is motivated by collaborating and developing others


* Demonstrate the ability to coordinate, monitor & address skill advancement needs for all employees


* Demonstrate the ability to develop, document, and deliver all required employee training


* Demonstrate the ability to apply the PSQ process ( Performance Based Skills & Qualifications) to support employee skill development requirements as required by Corporate


* Demonstrate the ability to develop a successful network with L&D colleagues and participate in phone conferences and/or web casts with other GP facilities


* Demonstrate the ability to proactively identify & address skill development needs by collaborating with others


* Demonstrate the willingness to backfill business vacancies as required


* Demonstrate the ability to manage powered industrial equipment certification program (Lift Trucks, Electric Carts, JLG, Scissor Lift, Hoist etc.)

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)



* High School Diploma or GED


* Three (3) to five (5) years of experience in manufacturing equipment, process knowledge education, training and development or a related field



* Experience in Industry, organizational management, and strong communication skills


* Experience in digital image technology

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