Learning & Development Trainer

WHO WE ARE

 

 

This position is with Helena Industries (HI). HI is a wholly owned subsidiary of Helena Agri-Enterprises, LLC and provides production and distribution solutions to customers across a wide variety of industries. HI is one of the largest chemical toll manufacturers in the U.S. and our clients include many household name brands and large retailers.

 

ABOUT THE JOB

 

 

The Learning & Development (L&D) Trainer is responsible for conducting hands-on and classroom employee training at plant locations including creating training materials based on the recommendations of the L&D team and Plant Manager. This position helps maintain a skilled and knowledgeable workforce at the location using skills assessments and programs to develop Job Instruction Breakdown Sheets based on Standards of Procedures (SOPs) for all processes and tasks.

 

WHAT YOUR DAY WILL LOOK LIKE

 

• Designs, develops and implements training programs tailored to the specific needs of the manufacturing plant location that meet overall company goals and strategies.
• Identifies training gaps and opportunities for improvement and continuously enhances training materials accordingly.
• Utilizes various instructional techniques and multimedia tools to engage learners and ensure effective knowledge transfer.
• Collaborates with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to assist in creating clear and concise SOPs for all critical manufacturing processes and tasks.
• Conducts engaging and interactive training sessions for employees and new hires in a classroom setting and oversees training on the plant floor. Floor training will be conducted by the SME who is creating the SOP.
• Oversees the assessment of skillsets and the proficiency of the location workforce.
• Assists the L&D team in training the trainers and managers on practical techniques and methodologies to build a robust training capability.
• Evaluates the effectiveness of training programs and continuously seeks feedback for improvements.
• Maintains accurate records of training sessions, including attendance, assessment scores and feedback.
• Organizes and manages training materials to ensure they are current, accurate and easily accessible to all employees and trainers.
• Prepares reports and results on training activities for team review.
• Ensures follow-up training is being conducted.
• Provides feedback to leadership on learner progress.
• Routinely participates in problem solving activities utilizing scientific thinking and other continuous improvement techniques.
• May be required to drive a company vehicle.
• Provides excellent customer service to all internal and external customers.
• Other work-related duties as assigned by your leader.
• Regular and reliable attendance is required.
• Follows all company policies and procedures.

 

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

 

• Bachelor's degree in a related field with two years of relevant work experience in a related environment is required.
• High school diploma and six years of relevant work experience in a manufacturing environment will be considered.
• Experience in developing and delivering training programs is required.
• Clear understanding of adult learning theories is required.

 

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

 

• Proven record of accomplishment of classroom management abilities.
• Excellent communication, facilitation and presentation skills with the ability to convey complex information clearly and effectively.
• Patient, adaptable and cap