How you will make history here...
The Training Supervisor is responsible and accountable for the design, implementation, delivery, and administration of initial and ongoing employee education. Implements and ensures compliance for company policies, procedures, and guidelines as well as actions that support teamwork and team development.
What you will do...
• Manages the full scope of training program(s) across the entire plant – concept to implementation.
• Analyzes training needs to develop new training programs or modify and improve existing programs. Training content will include department orientation, general safety, machine or job-specific safety, quality expectations, SOPs, SSOPs, SOCs, 5-S and Lean Manufacturing concepts, equipment and supply ownership, skills reviews, and action plans to enhance employee knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Assists with the development and oversees the delivery of training materials (manuals, presentations, exercises, etc.) on job specific duties and responsibilities.
• Partner with Department Managers and Supervisors regarding employee training needs.
• Provides direction and guidance to Training Coordinator as they execute On the Job Training (OJT) for new hires as well as ongoing education efforts. Works with department leaders to ensure educational resources are prioritized yet balanced with the needs of the day-to-day operation.
• Develops and delegates OJT checklists for new hires (initial, two-week, one month, etc.) and first year associates.
• Develops and delegates the creation of objective skills reviews which allow for the advancement of associates from "training" to "proficient" to "advanced" status regarding various pieces of equipment or tasks.
• Develops, coaches and/or mentors Training Coordinator. Conducts team meetings and familiarizes team with established policies, procedures, rules, and regulations. Evaluates coordinator effectiveness and implements change that supports organizational effectiveness.
• Oversees the creation of Standard Operation Procedures (SOPs) for all new and existing major pieces of equipment.
• Partners with Sanitation to facilitate developing appropriate SSOPs for all sanitation-based activities.
• Evaluates and, if necessary, develops the tools and methodology for tracking Standard Operating Conditions (SOCs) for all major pieces of equipment.
• Creates Train-the Trainer program to help identify, recruit, and incentivize employee educators.
• Analyze training and education results to develop site themes for further improvement/engagement.
• Develops and maintains tracking systems to ensure accurate education/training records are quickly accessible. In addition, responsible for tracking education needs, areas of interest and compiling evaluation results.
• Participates in turnover reduction strategies and progress as it pertains to training improvements.
• Reserves the appropriate educational meeting space and prepares the physical setup for educational events.
• Work with external resources to secure training grants and funds that enable us to accelerate our training agenda via alternative support.
• Manage, track, and comply with the sites training budget. Forecast training spend by period and ensure it's in alignment with site financial direction.
• Adjust personal schedule when necessary to accommodate the needs of the team, which may include working off-shift and/or weekend hours.
• Some travel may be necessary
Who you will work with...
This position will be responsible for direct supervision of 2 Training Tech's and will oversee training activity of 400+ employees. Responsible for training employees, planning, assigning, and directing work; assessing and appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
What you will bring to the table... (Must Have)
- High School Diploma or GED
- 1+ years of training experience
It would be great if you have... (Nice to Have)
- Bachelors Degree
- 3+ years of training experience within a manufacturing environment
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