Director of Training Development

Heartland FPG•Indianapolis, IN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Heartland Food Products Group is a global leader in the consumer-packaged goods (CPG) industry, producing low-calorie sweeteners, coffee, coffee creamers and liquid water enhancers. We manufacture and market Splenda, the #1 brand in the low-calorie sweetener category and the most recognized in the world. We make coffee, tea and water taste better and help people live happier, healthier and longer lives by making it easy to reduce sugar. We offer an excellent compensation and benefits package. Come grow with us! This role is 100% onsite, at the HFPG Training Center in Indianapolis, IN. Scope: The role will lead Heartland’s current Training and Development Center for both operations and the distribution center to include New Employee Orientation (NEO), Annual Compliance Training, certifications, professional development, develop equipment/process specific training materials and SOPs where appropriate and to develop and deploy our new technical training. In this role, a key objective is to develop and deploy a new technical training program for the manufacturing operations where manufacturing equipment is installed in the updated training center and where this equipment is used for both training and finished product production.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or other technical field.
5 or more years of relevant experience in a Manufacturing setting.
Experience leading a team.
Successfully implemented adult learning programs in a manufacturing environment, including establishing machine operator, trades, quality, and supervisor training programs.
Entrepreneurial spirit with ability to work independently and with all levels of the organization in a fast-paced environment.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Organized with attention to detail.
Proficiency with computers and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
Experience in using Learning Management Systems such as Cornerstone.

Nice To Haves

Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG), pharmaceutical, or chemical manufacturing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Partner with leadership in all departments to determine knowledge, skills, and abilities required for each role.
Design and lead a multi-faceted training and development program focusing on technical skills and technical execution in operations.
Ensure course training materials are developed and implemented to reflect current operating processes and procedures, including operator and skill trades training and certifications.
Set strategic vision for the new technical training area and implement the program, including establishing a GMP compliant training area, installing equipment, and ensuring compliance with plant food safety and quality requirements, and all local, state, and federal regulations.
Select ideal training methods or activities for specific purposes and audiences (e.g., online, video enhanced, virtual reality enabled, role playing, mentoring, on-the-job training, professional development classes).
Market and promote training opportunities to employees in a compelling way that provides all necessary information regarding career path benefits.
Conduct regular, whole-organization needs assessments to identify skills or knowledge gaps.
Assist in the development of clear job descriptions and career pathing for hourly and technical professional positions.
Demonstrate clear understanding of and adherence to compliance and legal standards and regulatory processes relative to technical and procedural education delivery and materials.
Serve as a strong and resourceful leader, crafting creative solutions with changing business needs and resources.
Perform all other duties as assigned.