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Schwan's Company Training Coordinator in Salina, Kansas
Who we are!
Schwan’s Company, a U.S. affiliate of the global lifestyle company, CJ CheilJedang Corporation, is a leading U.S. manufacturer and marketer of quality foods offered through retail-grocery and food-service channels. Our many popular brands include Red Baron®, Tony’s®, Big Daddy’s®, Villa Prima™ and Freschetta® pizza; Mrs. Smith’s® and Edwards® desserts; and Pagoda® and Bibigo Asian-style snacks. Schwan’s is a place for people with an appetite for more. To learn about joining a team where you can belong, contribute, and thrive, visit www.schwanscompany.com
We are hiring a Training Coordinator at the largest pizza plant in the world and home to our famous Red Baron and Tony’s brand frozen pizzas, located in Salina, KS. If you are a great communicator and trainer this position is for you! This will be a second shift position with the hours of 11am-8pm CST.
This position, under general supervision, is responsible for identifying and coordinating key training opportunities to ensure that the plant facility can meet production needs in a safe and timely manner. The position will partner with the plants leadership team to identify desired skill sets, knowledge, and labor needed to meet production goals, and be a key resource to new and current employees as they complete their training requirements. Furthermore, this position will be responsible for coordinating and administering training programs such as (but not limited to) food safety training, safety awareness orientation, and new employee orientation.
What you will get from us:
Opportunity to work on exciting, strategic projects in partnership with key leaders and showcase your creative, communication and technical skills.
A culture focused on ensuring the health, safety and well-being of its employees
Support and mentorship from team members who are authentic, good-natured and highly skilled
Competitive wages, incentive pay and a comprehensive package of benefits
Responsibilities:
Partners with the manufacturing leadership team to execute standard training processes that support the overall performance, safety, and quality of the plant facility. Regularly collaborates with the leadership team to assess gaps in these areas and provides feedback to corporate partners.
Coordinates and delivers key training programs in the facility. Administers various components of training programs including tracking training progress, verifying assessments of new and current employees, etc. Works with subject matter experts (SMEs) to ensure all training documents meet the requirements of the task and location.
Partners with Plant Supervisors and Labor Scheduling team to review the Skills Matrix and labor required to meet production needs. Assesses skills gaps to meet production needs and works to get employees the proper training needed in a timely manner.
Partners with trainers and supervisors to review assessments of the learning experience and coordinating scheduled trainings to correct issues that arise.
Collaborates with department leadership to document changes to standard work processes and provides updated training materials to trainers. Provides support to managers and employees on all training needs. Answers questions regarding training progress and materials and troubleshoots issues with training programs as they arise.
Participates in New Employee Orientation facilitation by providing an in-depth plant tour and introduction to work location and trainer.
May facilitate Train the Trainer sessions and evaluates trainer performance by frequently checking in on new hires and trainers. Makes recommendations to trainer list based on feedback received.
Qualifications:
Education: High School Diploma or equivalent. Bachelor’s degree preferred.
Minimum of 0- 3 years related experience.
Previous experience in a manufacturing facility preferred.
Sound knowledge on manufacturing practices within a facility.
Basic understanding of standard work documentation.
Effective presentation skills with the ability to effectively develop, design, and deliver learning solutions to a wide variety of audiences.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills (both written and verbal).
Ability to communicate with employees at all levels.
Strong problem-solving and influencing skills.
Strong facilitation and organization skills.
Fully proficient with Microsoft Office Programs including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
Ability to quickly learn new software applications.
Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications associated with the job. An individual must be able to perform all the duties and responsibilities listed in a fully competent manner to be considered successful in the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential duties and responsibilities.