Senior Operations Training Manager

Acu-IT.net; Hampton Lovett; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Operations Training Manager to lead training initiatives across multiple manufacturing sites in the UK. This role is crucial for assessing and enhancing the training framework, ensuring alignment with business objectives, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in training management, particularly within the manufacturing sector, and demonstrate strong project management and communication skills. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment focused on innovation and excellence.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a training management role within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of technical and functional training requirements.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate current training programs and identify gaps in training across all sites.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive training strategy aligned with business goals.
• Lead the digitalisation of training programs using modern technologies.

Skills

Training Management

Project Management

Digital Transformation

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Job description

Company Description

Mller UK & Ireland is wholly owned by the Unternehmensgruppe Theo Mller which employs over 24,000 people throughout Europe. In the UK, Mller develops, manufactures and markets a wide range of branded and private label dairy products made with milk from more than 1,700 British farmers. The Mller brand is ranked at No.7 in The Grocers Top 100 list of Britains Biggest Brands, and is also the 7th most chosen brand in the UK.

Job Description

Senior Operations Training Manager

Full-Time (FTC 12 months)

Field Based Regular UK Travel

We are seeking an experienced Operations Training Manager to oversee the technical and functional training across our eight manufacturing sites in the UK. This pivotal role involves assessing our current training structure, designing a future-fit training framework, and driving alignment and governance across our training programs and providers.

Main Responsibilities

• Evaluate current training programs and identify gaps in technical and functional training across all sites.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive training strategy that aligns with our business goals and future state vision.
• Establish clear governance structures and ensure alignment of training provision across all sites.
• Lead the digitalisation of training programs, incorporating modern technologies and methodologies.
• Collaborate with site managers, Operational Excellence, HR, Early Careers team, and other stakeholders to ensure training programs meet operational needs.
• Develop and track key performance indicators to measure the effectiveness of training programs.
• Foster a culture of continuous learning and improvement within the organisation.
  
  

Key Requirements

• Proven experience in a training management role within a manufacturing environment, preferably in the dairy industry.
• Strong understanding of technical and functional training requirements.
• Excellent project management and organisational skills.
• Ability to lead digital transformation initiatives.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to travel to various sites across the UK as required.