Nippon Express Company, Ltd. (“NX”) was founded in 1872 in Japan and is headquartered in Tokyo.  NX employs approximately 72,000 employees at 733 locations, in 47 countries and 314 cities around the world. 

Nippon Express U.S.A., Inc. (“NEU”) was incorporated in New York in 1962 as a fully owned subsidiary of NX.  NEU provides logistics solutions and comprehensive transportation services through its international freight forwarding and logistics network, including specialized handling of: air, land, sea and express packages; all types and sizes of cargo; personal effects and household goods; fragile and perishable freight; and livestock.  NEU also provides related services, such as warehousing, distribution and customs brokerage and clearance. NEU operates at 55 locations in 27 states within the U.S., with approximately 1300 employees.  NEU has enjoyed tremendous growth and success as one of the top five international freight forwarders in the world. We connect people with products throughout the world.

Job Description:

As a Warehouse Trainer at Nippon Express Huntsville Warehouse, you will play a crucial role in ensuring that our warehouse associates are well-trained and equipped to perform their duties efficiently and safely. You will be responsible for developing and delivering comprehensive training programs, auditing training effectiveness, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Your primary goal will be to enhance the skills and knowledge of our workforce, contributing to the overall productivity and safety of our operations.

Coordinate 5-Day Training Programs:

Develop and implement a structured 5-day training program for new warehouse associates, covering all essential aspects of warehouse operations.

Conduct Training Classes:

Deliver engaging and informative training sessions for both large and small groups, ensuring that all participants understand the material and can apply it in their daily tasks.

Audit Training Programs:

Regularly review and audit the effectiveness of training programs, making necessary adjustments to improve content and delivery methods.

Coordinate Facility Safety Trainings:

Organize and conduct facility safety training sessions, ensuring that all employees are aware of and adhere to safety protocols and procedures.

Develop Training Materials:

Create and update training materials, including manuals, presentations, and handouts, to ensure they are current and relevant.

Monitor and Evaluate Trainee Performance:

Assess the performance of trainees through observations, tests, and feedback, providing additional support and coaching as needed.

Maintain Training Records:

Keep accurate records of all training activities, including attendance, test results, and feedback, to ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.

Collaborate with Management:

Work closely with warehouse management to identify training needs, develop training schedules, and ensure that training programs align with operational goals and objectives.

Proven experience as a trainer or similar role, preferably in a warehouse or logistics environment.

Strong knowledge of warehouse operations and safety protocols.

Excellent communication and presentation skills.

Ability to engage and motivate trainees.

Strong organizational and time-management skills.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Certification in training or safety (e.g., OSHA) is a plus.

Organization Relationships:

This position will interact with branch colleagues, leadership staff, and office /warehouse personnel. Must be able to work with customers, vendors, and outside organizations.

Work Environment:

(With or without accommodations) This position is predominantly sedentary office work which involves sitting, typing, filing, and conversing on the phone.

This job description is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities and working conditions of the position. While it is intended to accurately reflect the position activities and requirements, management reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary.

Nippon Express offers a generous Employee Benefits Package including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision beginning the 1^st of the month after 30 days.
• 401k with a company match
• Flexible Spending Accounts, HSA, Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance, Short & Long Term Disability, Auto and Home policies, Commuter Benefits, and much more.
• Generous Vacation and Sick time.

Nippon Express USA provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.