• Training Supervisor

    Winland Foods (North East, PA)


    As a Training Supervisor you will be responsible for managing, developing, coordinating, and conducting training programs across the site. The ideal candidate will have experience with various training methods to include class-room training, on-the-job coaching, and e-learning. Also, the Training Supervisor will work closely with LMS Manager and Site Leadership to identify training needs across production lines and help map out site training plans for operators.

    Employee Type:

    Full time

    Location:

    PA North East

    Job Type:

    Supply Chain Management

    Job Posting Title:

    Training Supervisor

    Job Description:

    **Schedule:** Primary work schedule is 1st shift, Monday-Friday, with flexibility as needed

    **Work Location:** 11160 Parkway Dr, North East, PA 16428

    **Benefits:** Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with match, STD/LTD/AD&D/Life, HSA, FSA, EAP, Hospital indemnity, Accident Insurance, Identity and Fraud Protection Plan, Legal, and Critical Illness.

    **Salary, based on experience and other qualifications:** $73,000 - $124,000 annually with additional bonus potential

    **Position Responsibilities** :

    + Build well-written technical training for production equipment and or lines

    + Facilitate training to the intended audience ensuring information is understood

    + Analyze information and use logic to address work-related issues and problems

    + Communicate with all levels across the facility through active listening, and asking questions to ensure training materials includes all processes and tasks

    + Use photographs, drawings, videos, diagrams and charts in training material to increase users’ understanding

    + Adjust facilitation style to meet the needs of the audience by selecting appropriate communication mediums, such as manuals or online videos

    + Revise training materials to keep up with process improvements

    + Produce high-quality detailed training material/documentation that meets standards and is appropriate for its intended audience

    + Grasp complex technical concepts and make them easily understandable in text and pictures

    + Meet aggressive deadlines

    + Demonstrated knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures within the field of technical writing.

    + Delivering accurate training/documentation under tight deadlines

    + Collaborate with Operational leaders across the site to increase information sharing, performance support, and training delivery skills

    + Coordinate with Site leaders to understand training needs and influence the training and development agenda and objectives

    + Lead Training Resources to produce written information, verify and confirm facts.

    + Train Trainers in effectively delivering training material to hourly employees.

    Qualifications:

    + Minimum of 5 years of manufacturing experience, with preferably 2 being with training delivery

    + HS Diploma required, bachelor’s degree preferred

    + Strong computer skills with Microsoft Office applications and ability to learn new systems quickly

    + Strong interpersonal and facilitator skills

    + Strong analytical, planning, organizational, and time management skills

    + Highly motivated self-starter and ability to work independently, Demonstrated people and project leadership experience

    + Ability to work across multiple shifts to meet the needs of a 24/7 operating environment

    + Analytical and problem-solving skills

    + Good verbal and written communication skills

    + Ability to work with team to drive improved performance

    EEO Statement:

    Winland Foods seeks to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool, and as a global company we believe our success is enhanced by fostering equity and inclusion in the workplace. Therefore, Winland Foods is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military or veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

     

    Winland Foods is a leading private label food manufacturer of pasta, dry dinners, condiments, syrups, and more with nearly 3,000 employees operating out of 14 production facilities in US, Canada, and Italy.

     

    As a ‘newly’ established company, we are creating the building blocks for an innovative and agile organization that is purpose driven - delivering high quality food to our customers and communities. We foster an environment that encourages all employees to be heard, and values their contributions and ideas.

     

    By joining Winland Foods, you become a part of a new team that values passion, collaboration, and strives to prosper with our customers.

     

    To all recruitment agencies: Winland Foods does not accept unsolicited agency resumes/CVs. Please do not forward resumes/CVs to Winland Foods employees, or any company location(s). Winland Foods is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes/CVs.