How you will make history here…
As the Training Manager at our Willard facility—the largest producer of Goldfish and a key site for Campbell’s snacks—you’ll lead the transformation of our training programs into a modern, digital-first experience. You’ll be at the forefront of designing, implementing, and overseeing comprehensive training programs to develop and enhance the skills of employees within our manufacturing facility. Your work will directly impact nearly 1,000 employees, helping build a scalable, high-performance training culture that supports both compliance and capability development. Success in this role positions you for long-term growth across Campbell’s network.
**Relocation Assistance Available
What you will do…
Lead the design, implementation, and evaluation of training programs for hourly and salaried employees.
Execute site onboarding and orientation programs.
Drive adoption of digital training tools and platforms, including LED asset-level screens and self-service modules.
Develop and coach a team of training coordinators using a train-the-trainer model.
Partner with department leaders to build training matrices, accountability templates, and performance monitoring systems.
Facilitate monthly frontline leadership training and support broader leadership development initiatives.
Serve as a liaison between the site and the Supply Chain Training COE.
Ensure compliance with regulatory and company standards.
Who you will work with…
In this role, you’ll report directly to the Site HR Leader/indirectly to the Supply Chain Center of Excellence (COE) and lead a growing training team that includes one salaried Training Coordinator. You’ll also collaborate closely with two HR Coordinators and a Senior HR Generalist to align training efforts with broader HR strategies. Cross-functional partnerships are essential to success in this role—you’ll work regularly with leaders in Operations, Safety, Quality, and the Corporate Center of Excellence (COE), as well as department leadership across the site to ensure training programs are effective, scalable, and aligned with business goals.
What sets your team apart?
The Willard facility stands out as a high-impact site within Campbell’s network, producing over 200 million pounds annually through a full-scale 24/7 operation supported by an attached warehouse. The site is currently undergoing a major transformation, with new technologies and digital platforms being introduced over the next two years to modernize operations and elevate workforce capabilities. This transformation is backed by a strong leadership culture rooted in accountability, development, and innovation. As the Training Manager, you’ll have the opportunity to shape the future of training at Willard by piloting and scaling new models that will influence practices across the broader organization.
Future of the Business…
The Willard facility is entering a transformative phase, with major initiatives aimed at modernizing operations and elevating workforce capabilities. Over the next two years, new technologies will be introduced across the site, positioning Willard for broader corporate implementations. The Training Manager will be instrumental in leading this change, embedding digital learning into daily operations, and enabling the training team to support a scalable, performance-driven culture. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of training at one of Campbell’s most critical manufacturing sites.
What you will bring to the table… (Must Have)
Bachelor’s Degree (Minimum Qualification)
5 years of experience in training and development (Minimum Qualification)
Proven experience in instructional design, adult learning principles, and training facilitation
Strong leadership and coaching skills
Proficiency in learning management systems (e.g., Alchemy, Aveva Teamwork) and training technologies
Ability to work on the production floor and in strategic planning meetings.
It would be great if you have… (Nice to Have)
Master’s degree in a related field
Experience in a Manufacturing or Industrial Environment
Experience implementing digital training platforms and performance tracking systems.
Familiarity with regulatory compliance training and leadership development programs
Strong analytical skills and a data-driven approach to training evaluation
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