Leader, Education & Training

The J.M. Smucker Co.; Longmont (CO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 114,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation, holidays and sick leave

Annual incentive bonus

Job summary

The J.M. Smucker Co. in Longmont, CO is seeking an Education & Training Leader to develop and coach site personnel on training systems that support a High-Performance Organization.

The role focuses on implementing training processes, qualification standards, and evolution of E&T programs to drive continuous improvement. Responsibilities include leading the training pillar, delivering company-sponsored trainings, coordinating materials, and guiding skill-matrix development, with a strong emphasis

Qualifications

• Demonstrated bachelor's degree is required.
• At least 2 years of manufacturing experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead Education & Training Pillar with site vision for training systems and standards.
• Serve as the training resource and deliver company-sponsored trainings (e.g., Critical Thinking, Train the Trainer).
• Partner with business to assess training needs and address skill gaps.
• Create and improve E&T processes and standards across the site.
• Monitor and maintain E&T standards at the plant.
• Coordinate creation of training materials (SOPs, Step Up Cards, One Point Lessons).
• Support and supervise plant qualification processes.
• Administer training grants and coordinate internal, external, and corporate trainings.
• Own foundational technical program framework and content improvements.
• Coach department on Skill Matrices and development roadmaps.
• Align training systems with pay and progression, ensuring rigor and consistency.
• Provide coaching for group activities and drive improvements.
• Support OpEx and HPO tooling training and model OpEx behaviors.
• Contribute to onboarding curriculum for salaried and hourly staff at Longmont Uncrustables plant.
• Support Technology Training and Transfer plan with project leadership.

Skills

HPO experience

Relationship building

Prioritization

Self-motivation

Communication

Computer skills

Travel 10-20%

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Your Opportunity as the Education & Training Leader

The Plant Education and Training Leader position is responsible for developing and coaching site personnel on training systems to support a High-Performance Organization (HPO). This role will support the plant through the implementation of training and qualification processes, and the development of plant E&T processes.

Location: Longmont, CO

Work Arrangements: 100% on-site

• Willingness to work extended hours and flow to the work as needed

In This Role You Will

• Lead Education & Training Pillar
  • Provide leadership toward the site vision for training systems and standards
  • Serve as the training resource and capable of delivering Company sponsored training (i.e. Critical Thinking, Problem Solvig, Train the Trainer, etc.)
  • Partner with business to conduct periodic training assessments and create plans to address skill gap
  • Create/improve E&T processes and standards as needed
  • Monitor and maintain E&T standards across the site
• Lead Daily Training Operations
  • Coordinate creation of training materials for the plant (Standard Operating Procedures, Step Up Cards, One Point Lessons, etc.)
  • Monitor and support execution of plant qualification process
  • Administer all applicable training grants
  • Support and coordinate internal, external, and corporate trainings, including technical classes
  • Own framework of Foundational Technical program and support content improvements
  • Administer and coach department on Skill Matrices
• Coach team trainers and managers on executing the established systems and standards
  • Technical Development Roadmap
  • Provide coaching/direction for various group activities including team building & system/program improvements
  • Align training systems with plant pay and progression system and ensure rigor and consistency between both
• Support Operational Excellence (OpEx) Efforts
  • Provide training on OpEx and High Performance Organization (HPO) tools
  • Support and model OpEx work system behaviors
  • Safety Key Element (KE) 6 and Quality Key Element (QAKE) KE 2 Owner
• Continue to develop/improve onboarding curriculum and process for salaried and hourly personnel for the Longmont Uncrustables plant
• Support project leadership team in development and exeuction of Technology Training and Transfer (TT&T) plan

Minimum Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree is required
• At least 2 years of manufacturing experience is required

Additional skills and experience that we think would make someone successful in this role

• Demonstrated experience with HPO is preferred
• Ability to establish and sustain relationships across the organization
• Must be able to prioritize work in a high demand work environment
• Self-motivated and able to motivate others
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint)
• Open to some travel (10-20%)

Other Information About The Role

• Colorado Specific Salary Range - $79,500 - $113,850
• This role is eligible for our Annual Incentive Plan bonus

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package effective first day of employment, including: medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k) Savings Plan with up to 7% Company match, paid vacation (prorated the first year of employment), 12 paid company holidays, paid sick leave, annual holiday bonus.

Additional Benefits Include

• Company-provided life and AD&D insurances
• Company-provided short-and long-term disability
• Voluntary Life & Health Benefits
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Employee Discounts
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Adoption assistance & surrogacy reimbursement
• Bereavement leave
• Parental leave

Work Environment

This job operates in a manufacturing environment. The noise level in the work environment and manufacturing sites can be high.

The Right Place for You

We are bold, kind, strive to do the right thing, we play to win, and we believe in a strong community that thrives together. Our culture is rooted in our Basic Beliefs, and we believe in supporting every employee by meeting their physical, emotional, and financial needs.

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We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, age, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status.