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Training Manager - Manufacturing

fairlifeOnsite

fairlife, LLC is a Chicago-based nutrition company that creates great-tasting, nutrition-rich and dairy products to nourish consumers.
With nearly $3B in annual retail sales, fairlife’s portfolio of delicious, lactose-free, real dairy products includes: fairlife® ultra-filtered milk;

Core Power®

High Protein Shakes, a sports nutrition drink to support post-workout recovery;
fairlife® nutrition plan™, a nutrition shake to support the journey to better health.A wholly owned subsidiary of The Coca-Cola company, fairlife, LLC has been recognized by both Fast Company and Nielsen for its industry leading innovation.To learn more about fairlife and its complete line of products, please visit fairlife.com.

job purpose:


The Training Manager plays a crucial role in ensuring that employees receive the necessary training to excel in their roles within a manufacturing environment. They will develop, coordinate and drive the training and development program for the fairlife plant in Goodyear, AZ.  Reporting to the Director of Technical Training, the Training Manager will work closely with fairlife key stakeholders and equipment suppliers to evaluate training gaps and needs and develop training solutions for the site.

  

responsibilities: 


  • Conduct thorough assessments to identify training needs and skill gaps within the manufacturing workforce and provide training solutions. 
  • Implement necessary systems to organize training records, materials and standards. 
  • Work with LMS administrator to track and record all training activities and proficiencies for all departments and maintain accurate reporting and current training skills matrix. 
  • Coordinate with site and shift leadership to ensure that training programs are delivered, and employees are qualified to perform the operations for which they have been trained. 
  • Work with Senior Leads determine job specific training curriculum and transforms technical information into supporting training materials (SOPs, instructional videos, and other training documents). 
  • Maintain a training calendar and communicate all training events with leadership and employees. 
  • Assess training program effectiveness, manage training budgets, and stay updated on training trends to ensure the organization’s training initiatives are aligned with business goals and employee development needs. 
  • Develop/own training metrics for the site measuring the health and progress of the program.

skills/qualifications required: 


  • A believe in better mindset.
  • Bachelor’s Degree in related field required. 
  • 5+ years of progressive experience developing and deploying training programs in a manufacturing environment.  
  • Proven experience leading a team of salaried and hourly team members.
  • Strong communication tools and the ability to collaborate with (our hourly and salaried team members in the office and on the production floor.)
  • Ability to work independently while managing projects and timelines. 
  • Proactive, adaptable, detail-oriented, and results-driven. 
  • Strong analytical and critical thinking skills. 
  • Familiarity with traditional and modern training methods within a manufacturing environment (mentoring, coaching, on-the-job or in classroom training, e-learning, workshops, simulations etc). 
  • Understanding of adult learners and learning styles. 
  • Ability to flex schedule as needed to meet training needs across all shifts. 
  • Ability to create learning paths and supporting training materials. 
  • Proficient in MS Office Suite.  
  • Experience with a Learning management System, eLearning authoring tools (Captivate, Lectora, Articulate, iSpring, Dozuki and DeepHow) and video editing software are a plus. 

working conditions and physical requirements:


  • requirement- 40 hours per week with additional hours as required.
  • Ability to flex shift as needed.  
  • Possible 3 hours sitting/3 hours standing/2 hours walking.
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. 
  • Reaching/bending.
  • Exposure to hazards (machinery, confined spaces, etc.) 
  • Specific atmospheric conditions – AMMONIA

food safety requirements:


  • Notify supervision of any repairs or adjustments that are required that may affect product quality or food safety. 
  • Understand, observe, and comply with the handling and usage of the color-coded container policy while in the Production Areas. 
  • Perform all duties necessary to meet Company, Customer and/or Government requirements/standards as prioritized by the Company. 
  • Ability to initiate action to prevent the occurrence of nonconformities relating to Food Safety and the Quality of the product, processes, quality systems, or safety systems. 
  • Identify and record any problems relating to Food Safety and the Quality of the ingredients, processes, quality systems, or safety systems. 
  • Control further processing or delivery of nonconforming product in terms of Food Safety and Quality issues until the deficiency or unsatisfactory condition has been corrected. 
  • In the event of absence, another employee with the same skill level will assume the duties and responsibilities as required. 

position location:

Goodyear, AZ
reports to: Director of Technical Trainingtravel requirements: 10%fairlife, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. All qualified applicants and employees will be given equal opportunity. Selection decisions are based on job-related factors.In addition to its nondiscrimination commitment, the Company will also provide reasonable accommodation of qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would impose an undue hardship on the Company.

If you have a disability and would like to request accommodation in order to apply for a position with us, please email careers@fairlife.com.

Life at fairlife

fairlife, LLC is a Chicago-based health food company with a mission to enrich lives by sustainably providing nourishment and vitality to the world. We produce and market nutritious and great-tasting lactose-free milk beverages made using a cold-filtration process that removes lactose and sugars while maximizing the natural proteins, nutrients, and minerals found in cow's milk. The company was founded in 2012 by Mike and Sue McCloskey of Select Milk Producers, Inc.®, a group of dairy farmers dedicated to using exceptional cow care and sustainable farming practices to yield higher quality milk. Our line of delicious and lactose-free fairlife® products includes: fairlife® ultra-filtered milk, the only cow's milk with 50% more protein and 50% less sugar than regular milk for the whole family; Core Power®, a high protein milkshake for athletes and fitness enthusiasts to help build lean muscle and support healthy recovery; fairlife® with DHA, an ultra-filtered milk with DHA Omega-3 fatty acids to support brain health; fairlife® YUP!, a line of flavored milks; and the newly launched fairlife® smart snacks, a snack sized beverage that blends fairlife ultra-filtered milk with honey and oats. In partnership with The Coca-Cola Company®, fairlife ultra-filtered milk and Core Power high protein shakes are distributed throughout the United States (U.S.) and Canada; all other fairlife drinks are available nationwide in the U.S. To learn more about fairlife and its collection of products, please visit fairlife.com or follow the company on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and Twitter.
Thrive Here & What We Value1. Wholly owned subsidiary of The Coca-Cola company2. Recognized by both Fast Company and Nielsen for industry leading innovation3. Equal opportunity employer with non-discrimination policy4. Reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with known disabilities5. Portfolio includes lactose-free, real dairy products like fairlife® ultra-filtered milk and Core Power® High Protein Shakes6. Nearly $2B in annual retail sales7. Commitment to caring for people, animals, the planet, providing nourishing products, implementing care standards, efficient operations, responsible packaging, and making a positive impact
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