Training Manager - Production / Warehouse

Varsity Brands • Grand Prairie, TX

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About The Position

The Training Manager - Production / Warehouse is responsible for leading and managing the onsite training infrastructure at Varsity Brands' Avenue K facility (Grand Prairie, TX). This role ensures the successful onboarding, upskilling, and reskilling of production and warehouse employees through a scalable, coach-led training model. While not directly operating within production or warehouse functions, the Training Manager - Production / Warehouse collaborates closely with department leadership, HR Business Partners, and the Continuous Improvement (CI) team to align training efforts with operational goals and evolving process standards. This individual is a trusted partner, known for their interpersonal awareness, adaptability, and ability to drive large-scale training initiatives with precision and care. They are highly proficient at communicating and influencing the importance of training and development, and clearly articulating its long-term impact on business performance, employee engagement, and operational excellence. This role reports to the Sr. Manager, Training - Production / Warehouse.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Education, or related field
• 5+ years of experience in training, learning & development, or talent management, preferably in a production or warehouse environment
• Experience implementing peer-led or SME-based training models
• Proven ability to manage large-scale training programs with structure and flexibility
• Strong interpersonal awareness and ability to build trust
• Agile and adaptable in a fast-paced, evolving production / warehouse environment
• Exceptionally organized with strong attention to detail
• Positive, proactive communicator who provides timely and constructive feedback
• Skilled at influencing others and gaining buy-in for training initiatives
• Comfortable using digital tools (e.g., iPads, Workday Learning) to support training delivery
• Excellent coaching, team building, and communication skills
• Effective collaborator across diverse groups and teams
• Demonstrated success in building and scaling training programs that drive measurable performance outcomes
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
• Bilingual in English and Spanish (preferred but not required)

Nice To Haves

• Certifications in adult learning, instructional design, or coaching are a plus
• Familiarity with Lean, 5S, and Six Sigma principles is preferred; this role will partner with the CI team to support training aligned with these methodologies

Responsibilities

• Lead the full training lifecycle including needs assessment, scheduling, execution, and evaluation; build and sustain a structured training program that supports safety, quality, productivity, and delivery goals
• Leverage peer subject matter experts (“coaches”) for onboarding and reskilling; train, audit, and certify them on SOPs, training techniques, documentation standards, and CI-aligned practices
• Facilitate “train-the-trainer” sessions to equip coaches with the framework, tools, and confidence to deliver consistent, engaging training experiences; ensure both new hires and peers in need of support achieve proficiency in a timely manner
• Partner with department leaders, HR Business Partners, and the CI team to align training priorities with business needs, support rollout of new/revised processes, and ensure training reflects updated SOPs and SWIs
• Communicate the strategic value of training and development to stakeholders at all levels; influence adoption and engagement through clear, compelling messaging
• Prepare and distribute digital training materials (e.g., instructional content, visual aids, evaluation forms); monitor training progress and effectiveness using Varsity Brands platforms like Workday Learning
• Maintain training documentation including evaluations, new hire survey feedback, and roundtable summaries; use insights to recommend improvements and identify future training needs
• Develop and track KPIs to assess training impact; evaluate post-training performance and new hire readiness, providing feedback and recommendations to leadership
• Communicate performance concerns to department leadership and HRBPs to support expectation-setting; coordinate retraining efforts to address skill gaps and reinforce standards
• Support compliance and ad-hoc training initiatives
• Generate and analyze training reports to identify trends and gaps; ensure alignment with strategic objectives through regular communication with Senior Leadership
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Benefits

• Comprehensive Health Care Benefits
• HSA Employer Contribution/ FSA Opportunities
• Wellbeing Program
• 401(k) plan with company matching
• Company paid Life, AD&D, and Short-Term Disability
• Generous My Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Varsity Brands Ownership Program
• Employee Resource Groups
• St. Jude Partnership & Volunteer Opportunities
• Employee Perks including discounts on personal apparel and equipment!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Apparel Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree