Training and Qualifications Manager

Shearer's is a leading contract manufacturer and private label supplier in the snack industry in North America. Headquartered in Massillon, Ohio, Shearer's has 17 state-of-the-art, geographically diverse manufacturing facilities in Ohio, Texas, Arkansas, Arizona, Minnesota, Pennsylvania,  Virginia, Iowa, Ontario and Alberta, Canada, including one of the industry's first Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design platinum LEED certified facilities in Massillon, Ohio. The Company is known for producing the highest quality snacks in assorted flavors and sizes, including kettle cooked potato chips, traditional potato chips, tortilla chips, cheese curls and other extruded snacks, and corn chips, as well as cookies, crackers, and wafers.

Training and Qualifications Manager

Location: Dayton, Ohio  

Are you ready to take on a key leadership role in transforming operational processes within the food manufacturing industry? Do you have a passion for driving excellence and innovation in the production of snacks? If so, we want you as our Training & Qualifications Manager!

Your Impact

As a Training & Qualifications Manager, you'll be at the forefront of our Zero loss journey, leading efforts to support all pillars and setting the training strategy to meet business requirements in the realm of food production.

• Build and Lead Teams: Develop pillar teams and enhance team member capabilities based on step-up cards.
• Strategic Planning: Set the pillar strategy, including Master, 90 Day, and Weekly Plans.
• Drive Implementation: Oversee the rollout of key systems - skills, training & certification, and administration - at the Plant level and provide support across the food manufacturing network.
• Performance Analysis: Manage and analyze reporting data to assess performance against KPIs related to snack production.

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor's Degree from a four-year college or university (preferred).
• 5 years of practical, cross-functional experience in many of the following areas is preferred. 
  • Experience working for or in a manufacturing environment
  • Basic understanding of Total Productive Maintenance Methodology
  • Understanding of adult learning theory 
  • Experience designing learning and development experiences/training
  • Experience facilitating training for small and large groups  
• Quick learner with the ability to drive results and manage change.
• Exceptional communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional team.
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, and related applications.

Why You'll Love Working with Us

• Innovative Environment: Be part of a company that values creativity and forward-thinking in snack production.
• Career Growth: Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development in food manufacturing.
• Collaborative Culture: Work with a supportive team that values your contributions.

If you're passionate about making a difference in the food manufacturing industry and are ready to take on new challenges, we want to hear from you! APPLY today and become a part of our transformative journey.

We Offer a Feast of Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Flexible Spending Account, Retirement Savings Plan with Match, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Group Critical Accident Insurance, Group Critical Illness Insurance, Employee Assistance Plan and numerous opportunities to volunteer in the communities in which we operate.

You will be considered for employment in our inclusive workplace

Because at Shearer’s, we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

This is your invitation to apply now!

Note: Shearer’s does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to any recruiting alias or employee. Shearer’s is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

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