Team Manager- Training and Development

POSITION OVERVIEW 

Under the direction of the Continuous Improvement/JTE, Manager, the Training Manager will provide overall direction and program management for all activities related to training and development. The Training Manager will be a critical leader of the Journey to Excellence; the integration of High Performance Work Systems (HPWS) and Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) into the Atlanta Plant. Using a cross functional, multi-departmental approach, the position will work closely with the plant leadership team in determining training needs that drive manufacturing excellence for the facility.  

RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Manage training activities for the Hunt Valley Plant such as entry level on-boarding processes, skill development and validation of technical competency, and management development 

• Provide training for Standard Operating Procedures 

• Track, audit, and measure the results from training that is provided 

• Responsible for overall preparation and maintenance of training tools and procedures 

• Primary support of new technologies as they become available 

• Coordinate and prepare training schedules to accommodate facility needs 

• Formulates plans and corrective measures 

• Ensure adequate manpower availability during training activities for efficient operational needs 

• Collaborate with the Atlanta Plant leadership team, Human Relations, the Safety and Health Training Manager, and Learning and Development Cent 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS 

• BS/BA in Education, Psychology, Human Resources Development, or a closely related field 

• College level course work in Education, Human Resources, Psychology, and/or related fields 

• Minimum 2 years relevant training experience 

• Excellent communication and presentation skills 

• Experience and the proven ability to successfully facilitate adult audiences of small to large groups 

• Experience developing training programs 

• Ability to interact and influence at all levels of the organization 

• Proficiency with MS Word and MS Powerpoint 

• Creativity, flexibility, high energy, and the ability to work cross-functionally 

• Experience and the proven ability to link training initiatives to overall business strategy and business objectives 

• A deep respect for the capabilities of all people 

• Ability and willingness to work flexible hours as needed to meet the business demands of a 3-shift operation 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS 

• Experience training in a production/manufacturing environment strongly 

• Experience working in a High Performance Work System and/or Self Directed Work Team environment 

• Experience in adult learning theory