Ocean Spray is hiring for a(n) Plant Training Specialist! We’re a team of farmers, thinkers, creators, and doers. Whatever your title, whatever your role — it always comes back to this: we’re a farmer-owned co-op where everyone rolls up their sleeves to get the job done. Three maverick farmers started it all — and we’ve been making our own way ever since.
The Plant Training Specialist will be responsible for administering comprehensive training systems for plant operations. You will develop training materials, document team member engagement, and evaluate program effectiveness. Additionally, you will develop training budgets, maintain a training calendar, and partner with cross-functional teams to provide comprehensive training experiences for plant teams.
A Day in the Life...
• Provide oversight and administration of the Plant training systems and procedures.
• Identify appropriate training solutions for employees/workgroups and develop, coordinate, and delivery of stated training.
• Implement and administer a comprehensive, electronic Training Administration system.
• Manage scheduling communications, track, monitor, and document employee participation in training activities, and maintain all training records.
• Design curriculum and partner with functional Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to develop training content and delivery strategy.
• Delivers classroom and OJT training to manufacturing employees as appropriate.
• Develop and monitor spending plan against departmental budget.
• Maintain training programs calendar and track fulfillment of training requirements for all plant employees.
• Monitor, evaluate, and record training activities for program effectiveness.
What We Are Looking For:
Manufacturing experience
Previous curriculum development experience
Strong facilitations and technical training skills
Learning Management System (LMS) administration
Solid IT/computer application skills, including full proficiency with Office Suite
Strong relationship building, motivation, and negotiation skills
Analytical, troubleshooting
Knowledge of OSHA standards, quality assurance requirements, and industry-specific regulations.
Understanding of training documentation standards and audit requirements.
Awareness of Lean, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies for process optimization.
Required
Minimum 3 years’ experience in human resources, technical training roles, learning and development, or a related field
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Experience collaborating with cross-functional partners
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Preferred
Experience in using or administering learning management systems (i.e., Workday Learning, Cornerstone, TalentLMS)
Experience with authoring tools (i.e., Camtasia, Articulate, Canva)
Training facilitation or teaching experience
Comfort with virtual instructor-led delivery platforms (i.e., Zoom, Microsoft Teams)
Experience working in an organization with competency-based development
Physical Requirements
Must be able to lift low to medium weight (10-30 lbs) materials on an occasional basis.
Requires the ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time.
Must be able to climb ladders and traverse catwalks.
Education:
Bachelor's or University Degree (Preferred)
Work Experience:
At least 3 Years of Experience
Benefits:
Complete insurance package on Day-1 that includes a plethora of health and wellness programs
Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
Health savings account
Flexible spending account
Life and accident insurance
Employee assistance program
Telehealth services
1:1 health coaching
Supportive benefits for all the stages of your life
401(k) with up to 6% Company matching; additional potential discretionary match at year-end
Short-Term Incentive/Performance bonuses
Flexible scheduling options
Vacation pay, up to three weeks of time (pro-rated for your first year of employment)
Holiday pay for 12 holidays
Career…