Purchasing coordinator Jobs in Burnaby, BC

Training Coordinator

About the Role: Your Impact

The Training Coordinator is an essential leader responsible for supporting the Training Supervisor and the broader Supply Chain department. This position focuses on the end-to-end development of our associates, from coordinating and facilitating New Hire Orientation (NHO) to managing Powered Industrial Vehicle (PIV) training and certifications. You will act as a critical resource for driving overall training compliance and safety within the warehouse environment.

Shift: Mon-Fri 7am-3:30pm (subject to change based on business needs)Pay Rate: $27.75/hour

What You’ll Do (Core Responsibilities)

Your duties focus on onboarding excellence, PIV program management, and overall training execution:

I. New Hire Onboarding & General Training

• Facilitation: Conduct and facilitate engaging New Hire Orientation (NHO) sessions and provide hands-on training for all new associates.

• Onboarding Compliance: Ensure completion of all onboarding tasks, including drug testing administration, I-9 processes, Workday tasks, and annual compliance training.

• Integration Support: Conduct weekly new hire check-ins, host New Hire Graduation, and deliver "Pristine Manual Handling" sessions.

• Compliance Drive: Help drive compliance for all onsite training programs through the Learning Management System (LMS) and Axonify, updating reports daily.

• Development: Create training content to support process improvement and career development for Associates and Training Ambassadors.

II. PIV Program Management & Certification

• Program Coordination: Coordinate and manage all PIV training and certifications for new and existing associates and supervisors in partnership with leadership.

• Expertise & Safety: Serve as a PIV training expert for all machine types and vehicle manufacturers within the site, upholding Wayfair’s high standard for safe operation.

• Train the Trainer: Own the coordination and facilitation of the Train the Trainer program for PIV Trainers.

• Audits & Retraining: Conduct audits and provide retraining as needed for bi-annual recertification, post-incident training, and additional equipment requirements.

• Documentation: Maintain detailed and thorough documentation and record-keeping for all training events and assessments.

III. Operational Support

• Flexibility: Flex to provide operational support in various process paths during peak volume periods (up to 10%) or based on operational needs.

• Site Engagement: Create communication for site engagement and assist with facility cleanliness and 5S initiatives.

What You’ll Need (Minimum Requirements)

• Certifications:PIV Certification is required.

• Education: High School diploma or GED is preferable.

• Experience: Previous warehouse experience and 2+ years of equipment operating experience preferred; prior training experience is a plus.

• Skills: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with strong organizational attention to detail.

• Computer Skills: Proficiency with basic computer skills, including Google Sheets, Google Slides, and inventory/order processing systems.

• Leadership: Ability to make decisions with little guidance based on policies and a desire to grow within the organization.

• Physical Requirements: Ability to stand/walk for up to a half shift and lift up to 50 lbs unassisted.

• Schedule: Requires a schedule that aligns with the New Hire Orientation Program; flexibility for some weekend work is a must.

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