Training Specialist - Contract

Maple Leaf Foods Inc.; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food company in Canada is seeking a Training Specialist to coordinate and execute learning programs. The ideal candidate will have strong interpersonal skills, a relevant educational background, and experience with SAP. This role emphasizes collaboration with various stakeholders and contributes to the company's sustainability mission. The position offers comprehensive health benefits beginning on the first day of employment.

Benefits

Competitive Health and Wellness benefits

Professional development opportunities

Commitment to learning and training resources

Qualifications

• Degree or certification in adult learning principles preferred but not required.
• Ability to communicate effectively with various stakeholders.
• Proficient with MS Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Lead coordination of learning programs across the organization.
• Maintain training systems and coordinate virtual training.
• Track training metrics and develop success scorecards.
• Collaborate with content owners for program delivery.
• Evaluate course effectiveness and document feedback.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Collaboration

Microsoft Office proficiency

Fast-paced adaptability

Results-driven attitude

Education

College or University degree in training or HR

Tools

SAP

MS Office

Job description

The Opportunity:

As the Training Specialist, you will lead MLF’s learning programs through coordination, communication, execution and evaluation of several key training initiatives across the organization. You will work closely with the Leadership & Learning team, HRBP’s, and various stakeholders.

Any MLF team member interested in being considered for this role are encouraged to apply online by November 25. Applications received beyond that date are not guaranteed consideration.

Snapshot of a Day-in-the-Life:

• Manage and be the single point of contact for the execution of learning programs including coordination of participants, logistics, scheduling, tracking and supporting facilitators.
• Maintain training systems and/or platforms.
• Coordinate set up of virtual training rooms and online resources; prepare training materials and documentation.
• Track and communicate metrics (training costs, hours of training, budget, etc.), develop and maintain scorecards demonstrating the success and status of the training programs.
• Collaborate with content owners and/or external vendors to ensure the successful delivery of key programs.
• Evaluate course effectiveness, document feedback and audit results to help the Leadership & Learning team identify strengths as well as area of improvement.
• Establish and maintain training policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as designated.
• What we have to offer you:
• Be part of a company with an inspiring and unique vision, with a deep commitment to sustainability and expanding its leadership in sustainable protein across North America.
• Professional and career development opportunities, supported by our commitment to talent development through our partnership with the Ivey School of Business.
• Competitive Health and Wellness benefits that start on your first day of employment.
• Commitment to Learning & training – courses, resources and tools provided to all employees.

What You’ll Bring:

• College or University degree in training, adult learning, organizational behavior, or human resources or equivalent certification in adult learning principles (CTDP) is preferred not required.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills including writing, listening, speaking, and facilitating.
• Strong attention to detail, prioritization and organizational skills to support multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively with key cross-functional business stakeholders across all levels.
• Proven ability to deliver in a fast paced, dynamic business environment.
• Highly motivated and results driven, with high energy and resilience.
• Proficient with MS Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Highly aligned with our Maple Leaf Values.
• Experience with SAP preferred.

What We Offer at Maple Leaf Foods:

• Being part of a high-performance, people-focused company that has an inspiring and unique vision to become the most sustainable protein company on earth, and a deep commitment to sustainable protein across North America.
• An inclusive company culture and a work environment that keeps our people safe, rewards excellence, and empowers everyone to learn and contribute their best.
• Competitive Health and Wellness benefits that offer flexibility to meet your individual or family needs, including programs focused on improving mental health and wellbeing. These benefits start on your first day of employment.

About Us:

We’re a carbon neutral food company on a purposeful journey to Raise the Good in Food through better nutrition, safer food and workplaces, more humane animal care, and environmental sustainability efforts that protect our planet. We care about our communities and commit to reducing food insecurity in Canada. Join us on the journey. Let’s build a better future, together.

We’re passionate about food. For more than 100 years, we’ve made delicious, healthy protein that Canadians love under iconic national and regional brands, like Maple Leaf®, Schneiders®, and Greenfield Natural Meat Co.® We’re on a journey to become the most sustainable protein company – not just in Canada – but on earth.

• We are carbon neutral.
• We are one of the only food companies in Canada to set science-based targets.

We’re a global food company with more than 13,500 team members. We operate sites in 20+ locations across Canada. We also have locations in the U.S. and Mexico, and do business in Asia.

A diverse and inclusive work environment

We embrace a strong, values-based culture

• Doing What’s Right
• Shared Value
• High Performance
• Diverse and Inclusive Teams
• Disciplined Decision Making
• Our Accountability
• Intense Curiosity
• Transparency and Humility

We thank all applicants for their interest in exploring employment opportunities with Maple Leaf Foods; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Applicants may be subject to a background check and must meet the security criteria designated for the position.

Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment and assessment process and when hired; please contact our Talent Attraction Team at [e-mail].

Disclaimer: Please note that salaries posted on sites other than the MLF Careers Page are not a reflection of Maple Leaf Foods and are an estimated salary range provided by that particular job board. Maple Leaf Foods offers competitive wages and an attractive total rewards package, which will be discussed during an interview with our Talent Team.