Edtech.com's Summary

Michael Page is hiring an L&D Training Manager. The role involves building and implementing a comprehensive plant-wide training function from scratch, developing role-specific learning paths, managing LMS and compliance systems, and supporting leadership development initiatives while collaborating with senior leadership.

Highlights

Build and implement plant-wide onboarding and training programs
Develop role-specific learning paths, qualification standards, skills matrices, and training roadmaps
Partner with subject matter experts to create training materials
Manage LMS and training compliance systems including reporting and audits
Lead and develop training coordinators and internal trainers
Establish metrics for training effectiveness and employee proficiency
Support leadership development initiatives
Required skills include knowledge of OSHA, GMP, HACCP, regulatory training, adult learning principles, instructional design, and LMS implementation
Preferred experience in food, USDA-regulated, or CPG manufacturing and familiarity with Alchemy or UKG software
Compensation ranges from $95,000 to $120,000 with a 10% annual bonus, plus 15 days PTO, 5 sick days, 401(k) with company match, and comprehensive benefits

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L&D Training Manager

Bolingbrook, Illinois Permanent USD95,000 - USD120,000 per year

Build an entire plant training function from scratch
High-growth company with executive-level visibility

About Our Client

Our client is a rapidly growing food manufacturing company focused on delivering innovative, better-for-you products to consumers across North America. The organization has established a strong market presence by combining operational excellence with product innovation and is continuing to invest heavily in its manufacturing capabilities.

This newly created position offers the opportunity to build a training function from the ground up while working closely with senior leadership. The company fosters a culture of ownership, collaboration, and continuous improvement, providing significant visibility and growth potential for high-performing employees.

Job Description

Build and implement plant-wide onboarding and training programs
Develop role-specific learning paths and qualification standards
Create skills matrices and training roadmaps for hourly and salaried employees
Partner with subject matter experts to convert operational knowledge into effective training materials
Manage LMS and training compliance systems, including reporting and auditing processes
Lead and develop training coordinators and internal trainers
Establish metrics to evaluate training effectiveness and employee proficiency
Support leadership development initiatives across the facility

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

Qualifications

5+ years of manufacturing training, workforce development, or learning & development experience
Experience creating training programs from the ground up
Strong knowledge of OSHA, GMP, HACCP, and regulatory training requirements
Experience with adult learning principles and instructional design
Background implementing or optimizing LMS platforms
Strong communication and cross-functional relationship-building skills

Preferred

Food, USDA-regulated, or CPG manufacturing experience
Experience with Alchemy or UKG
Bachelor's degree in HR, Organizational Development, Education, Business, or related field

What's on Offer

Salary: $95,000-$120,000
10% Annual Bonus
15 Days PTO
5 Sick Days
401(k) with company match
Comprehensive benefits package

If you are passionate about building programs that develop people, improve compliance, and drive operational excellence, we would love to speak with you.The salary range for this role is $95,000-$120,000. This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee's position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, any collective bargaining agreements, and business or organizational needs.

The successful candidate may be eligible for a 10% bonus.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including [Examples can include Paid Time Off, medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k), life and AD&D insurance, and short- and long-term disability coverage to eligible employees.

Contact

Evalee Torres

Quote job ref

JN-102026-7131951

Job summary

Sector

Human Resources

Sub Sector

Learning & Development

Industry

FMCG (Fast Moving Consumer Goods)

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