Training Manager

KLONDIKE CHEESE COMPANY•Monroe, WI

56d•Onsite

About The Position

At Klondike Cheese Co., we believe in the power of cheese to bring joy to people’s lives. We’re not just in the business of making cheese; we’re in the business of making moments memorable. As we continue to grow and share our love for cheese with the world, we’re always on the lookout for talented individuals who share our passion. As a member of the Human Resources Department, the Training Manager plays a critical role in supporting our employee development and organizational training initiatives. The Training Manager is responsible for identifying workforce training needs, implementing engaging learning programs, coordinating onboarding activities, and promoting employee growth across our production operations. The ideal candidate is passionate about employee development, enjoys working closely with people, and thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Success in this role will come from building strong partnerships with supervisors and employees, delivering effective training programs, and helping employees gain the skills and knowledge needed to succeed. This is an exciting opportunity to make a direct impact on employee success, workplace culture, and the continued growth of our organization. This position works onsite 5 days a week, at our location just outside of Monroe, Wisconsin.

Requirements

Three to five years of experience in employee training, learning and development, workforce development, or a related field, preferably within a food manufacturing or production environment.
Bilingual English/Spanish communication skills strongly preferred.
Ability to communicate direction effectively to others.
Ability and willingness to work a flexible schedule.
Excellent time management skills with the ability to multi-task.
Strong accuracy and attention to detail.
High degree of initiative with strong organizational skills.
Proficient in HRIS management systems (Paycom preferred).
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while performing duties with a sense of urgency.
Ability to communicate effectively with employees at all levels of the organization.
Team-player, able to work well with others and contribute to a positive work environment.
This position requires a combination of office and production-floor work.
The employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, and use hands to operate office equipment.
The employee may occasionally be required to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, bend, stoop, kneel, reach, and climb stairs.
Frequent movement throughout the facility is required to conduct training, observe work processes, and support employee development.
The employee must be able to work safely in a food manufacturing environment and comply with all required personal protective equipment (PPE) standards.
Must be able to wear protective clothing and equipment such as safety shoes, face masks, safety glasses, hearing protection, a hair/beard net and/or gloves when required.
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.
Drug testing is a condition of hire, and employment by the company is contingent upon receipt of satisfactory results of a drug test.

Nice To Haves

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Organizational Development or a related field preferred.

Responsibilities

Assessing and identifying the training needs within the company production departments, developing training plans, and implementing various training methods and programs to enhance employee skills and performance.
Developing, maintaining, and coordinating new hire and current employee department training practices and materials.
Working closely with many cross-functional departments to assist in the onboarding of new employees, assist supervisors with hands-on training, and further identify training needs.
Evaluating the effectiveness of existing training programs and continuously improving content, delivery methods, and learning experiences to increase employee engagement, knowledge retention, skill development, and overall workforce performance.
Collaborating with department leaders to design, develop, and maintain training materials and learning resources for New Hire Orientation, Safety Training, Food Safety, Leadership Development, Standard Operating Procedures, and other critical organizational initiatives.
Ensuring that training materials and programs are current, accurate, and effective.
Maintaining knowledge of new methods and techniques for training, and training requirements applicable to the organization and/or industry.
Identifying problems and opportunities such as operational changes or industry developments that training could improve.
Driving employee development initiatives by identifying growth opportunities, recommending learning pathways, and supporting succession planning and leadership development efforts.
Partnering with supervisors and department managers to assess training effectiveness and identify opportunities to improve employee performance, productivity, and engagement.
Conducting or facilitating the delivery of required and recommended training sessions.
Delivering high-quality, consistent training experiences that support employee retention, professional development, and long-term organizational success.
Tracking, analyzing, and reporting training metrics, employee skill progression, and program effectiveness to support data-driven decision making and continuous improvement.
Providing training status updates as needed to management and company leaders.
Assisting with the onboarding and orientation of new employees, and related personnel record management.
Developing and maintaining a working knowledge of production processes and job functions to effectively support training and employee development needs.
Responding promptly and professionally to employee training questions and support needs while fostering a positive learning environment.
Maintaining strict confidentiality and adhering to the highest standards of professionalism, ethics, and integrity.
Supporting cross-functional initiatives and special projects that contribute to operational efficiency, employee development, and organizational goals.
Completing additional tasks as assigned by Supervisor/Management.