Industry Training and Safety Programs Leader

TAPPI

Peachtree Corners (GA)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 170,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Generous vacation

Training & development opportunities

Collaborative culture

Competitive pay

Job summary

TAPPI is seeking a senior leader to oversee our training programs for the pulp, paper, packaging and converting industries, helping professionals build skills to advance their careers. This hands-on role centers on building lasting relationships with mill managers, plant engineers, safety leaders and corporate learning leaders to design training solutions.

You will partner with SMEs and instructors to shape curriculum, manage the full training portfolio (including the TAPPISAFE safety

Qualifications

10+ years of experience in training.
Bachelor's degree in engineering, industrial technology, education, safety management, business, or related field.
Working knowledge of instructional design.
Strong public speaking and written communication skills.
Genuine passion for workforce development, safety culture, and leadership growth.

Responsibilities

Lead development of the training department growth plan in coordination with the strategy team.
Build relationships with training leaders across the industry to identify needs and provide training programs.
Develop and manage the training budget, forecasts, and revenue and profitability targets.
Identify sponsorships, partnerships, and new revenue streams.
Represent training and safety in cross-departmental initiatives.
Partner with instructional designers, SMEs, and course developers to set curriculum direction and priorities.
Oversee evaluation and continuous improvement of courses, certifications, workshops, and digital learning.
Manage the IACET relationship and oversee the audit and accreditation process.
Work with course instructors to establish learning outcomes and measure training effectiveness.
Make safety training and orientation a core part of the training portfolio.
Expand TAPPISAFE adoption among mills, plants, suppliers, and contractors.
Collaborate with marketing and sales on strategy, campaigns and lead generation.
Set growth targets for TAPPISAFE customer acquisition, retention, revenue, and satisfaction.
Serve as the primary contact for major training customers and strategic partners.
Track program performance, ROI, and workforce trends, including safety and training-completion data.
Travel approximately 25–40% to mills, member companies, and industry events to build and nurture relationships.