Job Description

Training Manager

Onsite | Full-Time

COMPANY SUMMARY

Pero Family Farms is a market share leader with over a century of dedication, commitment and integrity. Operating since 1908, Pero is the farm trusted by retailers and consumers alike. We are a fully integrated farming operation, with departments that specialize in organic farming, logistics, global supply chain management, national sales operations, food processing operations, and strategic marketing functions. Our operation includes over 35,000 acres spanning across the East Coast of the United States from Florida to New York, with distribution and production facilities in several different states. We pride ourselves in maintaining a strong family heritage and tradition that has been dedicated to quality, innovation, and excellent customer service that has been feeding America’s families for over a century. Our family’s passion for farming remains unwavering, with a vision to continue the tradition for many generations to come, whilst maintaining the reverence and trust it has established with the American consumer.

As we expand our offering to include an assortment of organic vegetable options; we have become one of the largest organic vegetable growers in the country and we are looking to grow our workforce family. Join us in continuing and strengthening our position as a market share leader dedicated and trusted by retailers and consumers alike.

JOB SUMMARY

The ideal candidate will have a background as a corporate trainer in a manufacturing setting, with a strong understanding of training needs within this industry. This role will be responsible for managing all software subscriptions and accounts related to training, ensuring that our resources are utilized efficiently and effectively.

JOB DUTIES

Seeks to understand key business goals and priorities; supports and implements communication plans for organizational change initiatives.
Applies understanding and assists management in developing skills towards a constructive company culture; provides HR insights on business issues.
Partners with hiring managers, Talent Acquisition team and HRBP team to determine staffing needs and builds an assessment of talent; interprets hiring data and provides recommendations utilizing sourcing strategies.
Works to ensure that career and training opportunities are being identified for employees in areas of responsibility; supports in the coordination and delivers training programs.
Participates as a project member in Company initiative and/or project
Identifies gaps in policies and processes and makes recommendations for improvements.
Carries out policy changes and ensures business adoption and understanding.
Meets reporting requirements and monitors compliance with all relevant laws and regulations; protects confidentiality of highly sensitive information.
Remains apprised of current trends, conditions, legislative changes, and handling of HR functions.
Provides backup support for daily, general HR functions as needed.

Department and Budget Administration

Develop and manage the budget for the Talent Development department, ensuring that resources are allocated appropriately to meet training needs.

Vendor and Software Management

Oversee all software subscriptions and accounts related to training, including managing renewals and evaluating the effectiveness of each tool.
Coordinate with external vendors and trainers to deliver specialized training programs as needed.
Participate in contract negotiations as needed.

Training Facilitation

Conduct engaging and interactive training sessions for employees at all levels, both electronically and in-person.
Deliver training on a variety of topics, including new employee orientation, technical skills, soft skills, and compliance training.

Curriculum Implementation and Scheduling

Implement training materials and curriculum developed by the Talent Development team according to industry best practices.
Assist in developing master training schedules for all departments.
Work with the executive team to develop mandatory annual compliance training schedule.

Employee Engagement and Feedback

Create a positive and inclusive learning environment that encourages active participation and knowledge retention.

Solicit feedback from participants to assess the effectiveness of training sessions.
Utilize feedback to make improvements and adjustments to training content and delivery methods.

Documentation and Reporting

Maintain accurate records of training attendance, completion, and scores both physically and electronically as needed.
Provide regular reports to management on training outcomes and participant performance.

Collaboration

Collaborate with department heads and training specialists to ensure training aligns with organizational goals and objectives.
Work closely with subject matter experts to stay current on industry trends and updates.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree in a related field (e.g., Human Resources, Training and Development) ideal
Minimum of 5 years of experience as a corporate trainer in a manufacturing setting.
Proven track record of managing budgets and resources effectively.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and make informed decisions.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders.
Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
Bilingual strongly preferred.

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