Training Specialist

The purpose of the Training Specialist is to ensure that all training in the Smithfield facility follows an adult learner, high quality, standard process - while being responsible for holding everyone accountable for needed / required training. This role will be the focal point for all training and will focus on teamwork and accountability. The position results will be responsible for improved overall new hire retention and satisfaction, improve team member's knowledge & skill, reduce tacit knowledge through good knowledge transfer, and improve productivity while reducing cost.

* Coordinates PDS and compliance training programs for all hourly employees

* Implements both technical and non-technical skills training for CTEs and instructs CTEs utilizing the Train the Trainer curriculum

* Oversees the implementation of the visual management system at the facility by creating training plans for all hourly positions on all production lines / in all areas

* Oversees the implementation of the team training matrix (including cross training and rotation schedule)

* Inputs training activities and certifications into LMS for the facility

* Coordinates and conducts portions of new hire orientation as defined by HR Manager

* Creates sustainable feedback process for new hires; share with local management team

* Ensure all training records are complete for all new hires and prior to any transfers and/or promotions

* Attend ongoing PDS training (including at least four Kaizen events annually)

* Support Training and Development department as required

* Plant support as needed; other duties as assigned

Technical Requirements

Adult teaching methodology

Curriculum design/creation

Facilitation, including stand up speaking skills

6 month - 1 year experience in teaching, training, facilitation, etc.

Must be bi-lingual in Spanish

Knowledge/Experience:

6 months to 1 year teaching, training, facilitation, etc.

Education Requirement:

High School Diploma/GED

College degree preferred

Special Skills

Knowledge of Microsoft office

Facilitation skills

Basic math skills

Superior communication skills

People orientation

Bi-lingual in English and Spanish

Physical Demands:

* The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

* The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close vision, Distance vision, Peripheral vision, Depth perception and Ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, and sit. The employee is occasionally required to use hands and fingers, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.