Samantha Thomas
Chicago,IL
Summary
Diligent Department Trainer with solid background in training and development. Successfully created and implemented training programs that improved team performance and efficiency. Demonstrated leadership and communication skills in guiding new hires and staff.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Department Trainer
Pactiv Evergreen
09.2016 - 09.2025
- Assisted in the development and delivery of training materials for new employees.
- Supported onboarding processes by providing introductory training sessions.
- Coordinated with team leaders to identify skill gaps and training needs.
- Monitored trainee progress, offering feedback to enhance learning outcomes.
- Maintained training documentation and resource materials for easy access.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss training strategies and best practices.
- Engaged in continuous learning to adapt training methods and content effectively.
- Led informative seminars on industry trends and best practices, keeping staff informed of critical updates in their field of expertise.
- Collaborated with management to identify skill gaps and design effective training solutions.
- Tracked employees before, during and after training to verify attainment of training objectives.
- Reviewed training programs regularly and realigned strategies to meet changing needs.
- Reached out to managers and team leaders to source requirements for training and identify needs.
- Supported and coached employees as part of successful training initiatives.
Education
Graphic Arts
St. Paul Technical College
Saint Paul, MN06-1998
High School Diploma -
Dunbar Vocational High School
Chicago, IL06-1987
Skills
- Training delivery
- Motivational techniques
- Assessment tools
- Feedback collection
- Workplace safety
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Reliability
- Documentation and recordkeeping
- Self motivation
- Training program development
- Orientation and onboarding
Timeline
Department Trainer
Pactiv Evergreen
09.2016 - 09.2025
Graphic Arts
St. Paul Technical College
High School Diploma -
Dunbar Vocational High School