Training Specialist Saskatoon, SK 7/21/2026

Maple Leaf Foods; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Wellness benefits

Defined Contribution Pension Plan

Learning and development opportunities

Tuition reimbursement program

Volunteer days

Job summary

Maple Leaf Foods is seeking an experienced Learning & Development professional to lead the Standard Work program, collaborating with Health & Safety and plant teams to translate learning into practical on-floor improvements.

You will determine training needs, design content, run sessions, train the trainer program for hourly staff, and develop metrics to track progress, supported by a corporate Operations Learning team.

Qualifications

• Experience in learning theory, program management, course design and content development is required.
• CTDP designation preferred; related degrees/diplomas are desirable.
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
• Experience with Intertek Alchemy learning tools is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of Standard Work program for hourly learning on the plant floor.
• Collaborate with plant leaders to develop operator training and assessment processes.
• Create Standard Work Instructions and Job Qualifications with approved workflows.
• Partner with SMEs to ensure content aligns with business needs and gaps.
• Train SMEs and support train-the-trainer initiatives for hourly staff.
• Develop and update metrics to provide leadership with visibility on training progress.

Skills

Learning theory

Program management

Course design

Content development

Adult learning principles

Education

CTDP designation

Related degrees or diplomas

Tools

MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)

Intertek Alchemy tools

Job description

The Opportunity

We are looking for someone who can lead our people to build and sustain a Standard Work program to drive production excellence. Reporting to the Health & Safety Manager you would be collaborating with all plant functions (such as Health & Safety, and Food Safety & Quality) to bring together learning elements for the production floor into a unified program. In this role, you would be expected to assess the training needs for hourly learning, develop learning objectives for hourly learning, execute planned initiatives, design and facilitate learning sessions, develop content and manage ad hoc learning requests. You will be supported by the leadership team and a corporate Operations Learning team with tools, strategies and coaching.

Snapshot of a Day-in-the-Life

• Conduct training needs analysis to identify knowledge and skill gaps. Develop solutions to knowledge/skill gaps that consider learner persona, objectives, business constraints, and available resources.
• Implement standard work practices by collaborating with plant leaders to develop the plant’s operator training and assessment processes.
• Lead the creation of Standard Work Instructions and Job Qualifications as well as the approval process flow.
• Partner with functional subject‑matter experts to ensure the content reflects business requirements and addresses existing skill gaps.
• Train SMEs on completing Standard Work Instructions and knowledge training material.
• Assist with the implementation of a train‑the‑trainer program for hourly team members.
• Develop and update metrics that provide plant leadership with a high level of visibility to training progress and challenges.
• Build plant‑wide proficiency in the use of production floor Alchemy learning tools by ensuring departments know how and when to use Alchemy tools.
• Identify issues and recommend program improvements to ensure learning material and programs are delivered efficiently, and participants experience a high‑quality learning program that delivers business outcomes.
• Create engaging learning content while employing recognized adult learning principles.
• Assist with testing of future‑state learning technologies.
• Submit, track & communicate Employee Short and Long Term leave information including start of leave, return to work date and/or extensions.

What You’ll Bring

To be an ideal candidate, we are looking for you to have at least 2 year experience in plant operations, either in production or as a supporting function, or a learning & development (training) role working with hands‑on people. Having an adult learning certification (such as CTDP – Certified Training Development Professional) is preferred and related degrees or diplomas are desirable. As the creation of documents and presentations is central to the role, as well as some data analysis, you should be proficient in MS Office tools (i.e. Word, PowerPoint and Excel). If you have prior experience with Intertek Alchemy learning tools it would be an asset.

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in plant operations, learning and development, training, or any operations function.
• CTDP (Certified Training Development Professional) designation preferred.
• Proficient in the MS Office suite of tools, i.e. PowerPoint and Excel.
• Experience with Intertek Alchemy learning tools is an asset.

Knowledge Skills & Abilities

• Experience in learning theory, program management, course design and content development a must.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively with key cross‑functional business stakeholders across all levels.
• Experience in, or knowledge of, one or more of the operations functions.
• Self‑driven with a strong sense of urgency, resourcefulness, and ability to work independently and manage own schedule.
• Ability to work independently and partner with operations leaders.

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.
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan with company matching that starts on your first day of employment.
• Learning and development opportunities, including workshops, ‘speaker series’ events, and resources that allow you to develop your skills and progress your career.
• Comprehensive tuition reimbursement program that supports continuous learning and development of our team members through investment in eligible degrees, diplomas, professional certification, or trades programs.
• Supporting our deep commitment to community impact, we offer up to two paid days annually to volunteer at a cause of your choice.

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.

Championing diversity and inclusion is a critical component to advancing our collective purpose and vision, living the Maple Leaf Leadership Values, and delivering winning results. 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.