Training Coordinator - 2nd Shift

LASSONDE PAPPAS AND CO INC•Sparta, MI

59d•Onsite

About The Position

The Training Coordinator reports to the EHS Supervisor and is based out of our Sparta, Michigan location. This individual will be responsible for implementing, improving, and overseeing the training program for all new hires and current staff in coordination with the EHS Supervisor, the HR Generalist, and the Sparta Management Team. This position requires flexibility in scheduling and will require the training coordinator to spend time across all shifts as needed on the production floor, including some weekends.

Requirements

Strong advanced knowledge of the manufacturing process;
A bachelor’s degree in business, education, or engineering; or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.
3-5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PP, etc.).
Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Must be detailed oriented and can multi-task.
Must have excellent time management skills.
Ability to flex schedule to meet business needs and objectives.

Nice To Haves

Experience in the food/beverage industry.
Proficiency with Alchemy Manager.
Proven organizational skills.
Ability to direct, coach, and train others.
Consultative, influential, strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.
Experience with creating instructional material and workshop facilitation.

Responsibilities

Deliver engaging training sessions, workshops, and e-learning modules to enhance employee competencies.
Develop training programs and materials including outlines, text, handouts, hands-on exercises, and training evaluations.
Ensure that all mandatory compliance training (i.e., food safety, workplace safety) is completed by employees.
Coordinate and manage 90-day training for all operational positions.
Performs and coordinates training for forklift and aerial lift certification.
Performs and coordinates training for LOTO (desk and hands-on training).
Monitor adherence to safety protocols and regulations.
Collaborate with external training providers and vendors to source relevant content and resources.
Evaluate training materials and programs for quality and effectiveness.
Participates in OSHA inspections, safety insurance audits providing inspectors with appropriate documents and identifying safety measures.
Participates in SMETA and Costco Social Compliance Audits.
Regularly assess the impact of training initiatives on employee performance.
Provide constructive feedback to trainers and adjust programs as needed.
Provide feedback to managers on individual and team performance during orientation and onboarding process, monthly learnings, and any other workshops as needed.
Provide positive recognition to employees who exhibit good behavior in their work area.
Foster a culture of continuous learning and development within the plant by making yourself accessible to employees to ask questions to regarding training and learning & development needs.
Additional duties as assigned.