TRAINING MANAGER II

You may know McCormick as a leader in herbs, spices, seasonings, and condiments – and we’re only getting started. At McCormick, we’re always looking for new people to bring their unique flavor to our team.

McCormick employees – all 14,000 of us across the world – are what makes this company a great place to work.

We are looking to hire an Training Manager II immediately based out of our French's Foods Manufacturing Plant in Springfield, MO.

What We Bring To The Table:

The best people deserve the best rewards. In addition to the benefits you’d expect from a global leader (401k, health insurance, paid time off, etc.) we also offer:

• Competitive compensation

• Career growth opportunities

• Flexibility and Support for Diverse Life Stages and Choices

• We prioritize our communities and the planet we share. We are proud to be awarded as a Diversity Inc. Top 50 company for Diversity and have multiple Sustainability awards (ranking #22 in the World and #1 in Food Products)

• Wellbeing programs including Physical, Mental and Financial wellness

• Tuition assistance

Under the direction of the CI Manager, this position is a critical leader of the Journey to Excellence; the integration of High Performance Work Systems (HPWS) and Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) at the Site. The Training Manager is the system owner for the Site Training & Development program, as well as the Leader of the Training & Development (T&D) Pillar

Key Responsibilities

1. Training & Development System Owner

• Partner with the plant leadership team to determine training needs that will drive manufacturing excellence for the facility
• Implementation of the training strategy and program structure that is integrated with the Journey to Excellence (identify site level training losses, define training objectives, develop and deliver training solutions that address employee development needs and business priorities)
• Support the Technician Work System by establishing a site level qualification process and providing on-going governance to process
• Develop and implement training standards and measures that support the vision of self-sufficient teams
• Ensure the implementation and effectiveness of an on-boarding and early development program and early development for new employees
• Determine instructional methods such as individual training, group instructions, lectures, demonstrations, conferences, meetings and workshops. Select or develop teaching aids such as training handbooks, demonstration models, multimedia visual aids, computer tutorials, and reference works
• Primary support of new technologies as they become available, coordinating and preparing training schedules to accommodate facility needs
• Evaluate training effectiveness; assess quality and success of program and share feedback to validate effectiveness 50

2. Regional T&D Pillar Team Participant

• Actively partner with other Site Training Managers on the Regional T&D Pillar team to support HPO Work Systems implementation
• Provide framework for overarching training methodologies through standardization with other functions (HR, Safety, and Quality) to create regional training standards
• Determine learning management system solution that will meet the needs of the manufacturing sites and JTE
• Support the development of robust curriculum for both operational and soft skills 25

3. T&D Pillar Leader

• Leadership of Pillar team to manage the site through the T&D Efeso Route
• Establishment of the T&D Pillar and capability building of the team
• Foster the development of internal subject matter experts through Train-the-Trainer program to leverage internal training resources and promote knowledge transfer within organization 25

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree Business, HR, Engineering, Supply Chain, Management, OD or related
• A minimum of 4 years of relevant training experience, with experience developing curriculum and training materials and facilitating training courses. Experience in adult learning theory. Manufacturing environment experience and understanding of supply chain. A strong understanding of TPM or lean manufacturing. Strong team, project/program management & leadership skills, presence and credibility, strong judgment, business instincts and high level of professionalism. Abreast of key industry trends by participating in professional industry organizations and continue to research and understand current best approach.
• Developed, polished communication and facilitation skills (written and oral). Demonstrated ability building and sustaining relationships at all levels required, promoting a high-performance organization. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively to resolve issues with strong influencing, diplomacy, and partnering skills in order to grow business relationships and guide business partners to the best solutions.

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McCormick & Company is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

As a general policy, McCormick does not offer employment visa sponsorships upon hire or in the future.