Training Supervisor
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The Training Supervisor oversees the development, delivery, and continuous improvement of training programs within a pork fabrication facility. This role ensures that production team members are well-equipped with the necessary skills, knowledge, and safety awareness to perform their jobs efficiently and safely. Additionally, the Training Supervisor leads a team of trainers within the training department, ensuring consistent training standards across the facility and fostering a culture of learning and continuous improvement. The role involves collaborating closely with various departments to assess training needs and drive team member development in alignment with company goals.
Key Responsibilities
Ensure trainers are effectively equipped with the knowledge and skills to deliver high-quality training sessions.
Develop the trainers' capabilities by providing feedback, coaching, and professional development opportunities.
Ensure consistency in training content, methodologies, and delivery across all training programs.
Collaborate with department heads to customize training initiatives for specific facility needs including but not limited to quality, safety, maintenance, and human resources.
Ensure training materials are up-to-date and aligned with the latest processes, safety protocols, and company policies.
Create and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) and training manuals that trainers will use during sessions.
Oversee the scheduling and delivery of all training sessions led by the training team.
Review and assess training effectiveness through feedback and observation, ensuring high engagement and knowledge retention.
Evaluate the effectiveness of the training programs delivered by the trainers by reviewing team member performance post-training.
Implement improvements in the training programs based on performance reviews, team member feedback, and evolving production needs.
Collaborate with the Health & Safety department to implement safety training and ensure team members understand all safety protocols.
Lead and train the trainers on incorporating safety protocols into all training programs.
Monitor and track the progress of both team members and trainers within the training programs.
Generate regular reports on training outcomes, team members progress, and program effectiveness for senior management review.
Communicate training schedules, goals, and expectations to both trainers and team members.
Act as a key liaison between the training department and other departments to ensure training objectives align with overall business goals.
Introduce innovative training tools and methodologies to enhance team member engagement and learning outcomes.
Regularly assess the performance and professional development of the training team to ensure ongoing improvement.
Requirements
Qualifications:
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Training and Development, Industrial Engineering, Production Management, Human Resources, or a related field or knowledge and experience equivalent too.
Experience
3-5 years of experience in a training or supervisory role within a manufacturing or production facility.
Proven experience developing and delivering training programs in a fast-paced production environment preferred but not required.
Skills & Competencies
Strong leadership and mentoring skills, with the ability to manage and inspire a team of trainers.
In-depth knowledge of production processes, equipment, and safety protocols.
Excellent communication and presentation skills.
Ability to assess training needs, evaluate trainer performance, and ensure consistent training quality.
Strong organizational and record-keeping skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Certifications
OSHA Safety Trainer certification preferred but not required.
Training & Development certifications (e.g., Certified Professional in Learning and Performance (CPLP) is a plus).
Key Competencies
Leadership and Team Building: Ability to lead the training team, develop trainers, and create a culture of continuous improvement.
Analytical Thinking: Capable of evaluating training effectiveness and identifying areas for improvement.
Adaptability: Able to adjust training strategies and content based on individual learning styles, production needs, and team performance.
Collaboration: Strong ability to work with cross-functional teams and communicate effectively with all levels of the organization.
Working Conditions
This role will split time between the production floor and office and will have regular exposure to production equipment and machinery.
Occasional lifting of up to 50lbs may be required.
Will have work in an office setting for program development, team management, and reporting.
Regular interaction with production staff, trainers, and management teams.
Benefits
Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
Retirement Plan (401k)
Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick)
Short Term Disability
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
The Training Supervisor oversees the development, delivery, and continuous improvement of training programs within a pork fabrication facility. This role ensures that production team members are well-equipped with the necessary skills, knowledge, and safety awareness to perform their jobs efficiently and safely. Additionally, the Training Supervisor leads a team of trainers within the training department, ensuring consistent training standards across the facility and fostering a culture of learning and continuous improvement. The role involves collaborating closely with various departments to assess training needs and drive team member development in alignment with company goals.
Key Responsibilities
- Leadership of Training Team:
Ensure trainers are effectively equipped with the knowledge and skills to deliver high-quality training sessions.
Develop the trainers' capabilities by providing feedback, coaching, and professional development opportunities.
Ensure consistency in training content, methodologies, and delivery across all training programs.
- Training Program Development:
Collaborate with department heads to customize training initiatives for specific facility needs including but not limited to quality, safety, maintenance, and human resources.
Ensure training materials are up-to-date and aligned with the latest processes, safety protocols, and company policies.
Create and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) and training manuals that trainers will use during sessions.
- Conducting and Overseeing Training:
Oversee the scheduling and delivery of all training sessions led by the training team.
Review and assess training effectiveness through feedback and observation, ensuring high engagement and knowledge retention.
- Needs Assessment and Evaluation:
Evaluate the effectiveness of the training programs delivered by the trainers by reviewing team member performance post-training.
Implement improvements in the training programs based on performance reviews, team member feedback, and evolving production needs.
- Compliance and Safety:
Collaborate with the Health & Safety department to implement safety training and ensure team members understand all safety protocols.
Lead and train the trainers on incorporating safety protocols into all training programs.
- Record Keeping and Reporting:
Monitor and track the progress of both team members and trainers within the training programs.
Generate regular reports on training outcomes, team members progress, and program effectiveness for senior management review.
- Collaboration and Communication:
Communicate training schedules, goals, and expectations to both trainers and team members.
Act as a key liaison between the training department and other departments to ensure training objectives align with overall business goals.
- Continuous Improvement:
Introduce innovative training tools and methodologies to enhance team member engagement and learning outcomes.
Regularly assess the performance and professional development of the training team to ensure ongoing improvement.
Requirements
Qualifications:
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Training and Development, Industrial Engineering, Production Management, Human Resources, or a related field or knowledge and experience equivalent too.
Experience
3-5 years of experience in a training or supervisory role within a manufacturing or production facility.
Proven experience developing and delivering training programs in a fast-paced production environment preferred but not required.
Skills & Competencies
Strong leadership and mentoring skills, with the ability to manage and inspire a team of trainers.
In-depth knowledge of production processes, equipment, and safety protocols.
Excellent communication and presentation skills.
Ability to assess training needs, evaluate trainer performance, and ensure consistent training quality.
Strong organizational and record-keeping skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Certifications
OSHA Safety Trainer certification preferred but not required.
Training & Development certifications (e.g., Certified Professional in Learning and Performance (CPLP) is a plus).
Key Competencies
Leadership and Team Building: Ability to lead the training team, develop trainers, and create a culture of continuous improvement.
Analytical Thinking: Capable of evaluating training effectiveness and identifying areas for improvement.
Adaptability: Able to adjust training strategies and content based on individual learning styles, production needs, and team performance.
Collaboration: Strong ability to work with cross-functional teams and communicate effectively with all levels of the organization.
Working Conditions
This role will split time between the production floor and office and will have regular exposure to production equipment and machinery.
Occasional lifting of up to 50lbs may be required.
Will have work in an office setting for program development, team management, and reporting.
Regular interaction with production staff, trainers, and management teams.
Benefits
Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
Retirement Plan (401k)
Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick)
Short Term Disability
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
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