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Leader, Education & Training

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In-Office
Longmont, CO, USA
80K-114K Annually
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Longmont, CO, USA
80K-114K Annually
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Leads plant education and training systems in a manufacturing environment. Develops training materials, qualification processes, onboarding curricula, skill matrices, technical development programs, and training standards. Coaches trainers and managers, supports Operational Excellence and High-Performance Organization initiatives, administers training grants, coordinates internal and external training, and supports technology training transfer. Requires collaboration across the organization, occasional travel, and flexibility to work extended hours.
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Your Opportunity as the Education & Training Leader

The Plant Education and Training Leader position is responsible for developing and coaching site personnel on training systems to support a High-Performance Organization (HPO).  This role will  support the plant through the implementation of training and qualification processes, and the development of plant E&T processes. 

Location: Longmont, CO

Work Arrangements: 100% on-site 

  • Willingness to work extended hours and flow to the work as needed

In this role you will:

  • Lead Education & Training Pillar
    • Provide leadership toward the site vision for training systems and standards
    • Serve as the training resource and capable of delivering Company sponsored training (i.e. Critical Thinking, Problem Solvig, Train the Trainer, etc.)
    • Partner with business to conduct periodic training assessments and create plans to address skill gap
    • Create/improve E&T processes and standards as needed
    • Monitor and maintain E&T standards across the site
  • Lead Daily Training Operations
    • Coordinate creation of training materials for the plant (Standard Operating Procedures, Step Up Cards, One Point Lessons, etc.)
    • Monitor and support execution of plant qualification process
    • Administer all applicable training grants
    • Support and coordinate internal, external, and corporate trainings, including technical classes
    • Own framework of Foundational Technical program and support content improvements
    • Administer and coach department on Skill Matrices
  • Coach team trainers and managers on executing the established systems and standards
    • Technical Development Roadmap
    • Provide coaching/direction for various group activities including team building & system/program improvements
    • Align training systems with plant pay and progression system and ensure rigor and consistency between both
  • Support Operational Excellence (OpEx) Efforts
    • Provide training on OpEx and High Performance Organization (HPO) tools
    • Support and model OpEx work system behaviors
    • Safety Key Element (KE) 6 and Quality Key Element (QAKE) KE 2 Owner
  • Continue to develop/improve onboarding curriculum and process for salaried and hourly personnel for the Longmont Uncrustables plant
  • Support project leadership team in development and exeuction of Technology Training and Transfer (TT&T) plan

What we are looking for:

Minimum Requirements:

  • A Bachelor’s degree is required
  • At least 2 years of manufacturing experience is required

Additional skills and experience that we think would make someone successful in this role:  

  • Demonstrated experience with HPO is preferred
  • Ability to establish and sustain relationships across the organization
  • Must be able to prioritize work in a high demand work environment
  • Self-motivated and able to motivate others
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Strong computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint)
  • Open to some travel (10-20%)

Other information about the role:

  • Colorado Specific Salary Range - $79,500 - $113,850

  • This role is eligible for our Annual Incentive Plan bonus

Benefits:

Comprehensive benefits package effective first day of employment, including: medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k) Savings Plan with up to 7% Company match, paid vacation (prorated the first year of employment), 12 paid company holidays, paid sick leave, annual holiday bonus.

 

Additional benefits include:

  • Company-provided life and AD&D insurances

  • Company-provided short-and long-term disability

  • Voluntary Life & Health Benefits

  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

  • Employee Stock Purchase Program

  • Employee Discounts

  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

  • Adoption assistance & surrogacy reimbursement

  • Bereavement leave

  • Parental leave

Work Environment: This job operates in a manufacturing environment. The noise level in the work environment and manufacturing sites can be high.

The Right Place for You 

We are bold, kind, strive to do the right thing, we play to win, and we believe in a strong community that thrives together. Our culture is rooted in our Basic Beliefs, and we believe in supporting every employee by meeting their physical, emotional, and financial needs. 

Stay connected with us on LinkedIn® 

We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, age, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status. 

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