Manager, Training & Development

Monogram Foods; Wilmington, Northern (MA, KY); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 106,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Monogram Foods in Wilmington, MA is seeking an Experienced Training and Development Manager to lead design, coordination, and delivery of training programs for plant personnel. The role covers safety, manufacturing methods, quality control, and leadership development, with supervision of a small team.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor’s degree in a related field, have 2+ years of manufacturing training experience, and possess strong facilitation, instructional design, and bilingual

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, organizational development, HR, or related field required.
• Two+ years of training experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred; strong facilitation and coaching skills.

Responsibilities

• Assess company-wide training needs and drive development initiatives.
• Organize and facilitate team member training sessions.
• Support front-line leader programs and leadership development.
• Develop, review, and update SOPs and training materials.
• Ensure training programs meet organizational goals and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Training & Development

Bilingual English/Spanish

Adult Learning

Instructional Design

Coaching

Communication Skills

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in business/organizational development/HR

Certification in Training & Facilitation

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job Details: Level: Experienced, Job Location: Wilmington MA - Wilmington, MA 01887, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: 4 Year Degree, Salary Range: $100,000.00 - $106,000.00 Salary/year, Job Category: Training, Manager, Training and Development

About Monogram Foods

A leading food manufacturer, Monogram Foods specializes in delivering your favorite foods and snacks with unparalleled quality and flavor. We specialize in co-manufacturing, private label, and food service solutions, offering a diverse range of products including appetizers, meat snacks, sandwiches, bacon, corn dogs, and baked goods.

Established in 2004 and headquartered in Memphis, Tennessee, Monogram Foods has earned recognition as one of the fastest-growing private companies in the nation. With over 4,000 team members across 12 locations in seven states, our unwavering commitment to excellence and passion for quality drives everything we do.

Our dedication extends beyond our products to giving back to local communities. Through the Monogram Foods Loves Kids Foundation, we strive to "make it better" for children and families, embodying our core values and creating lasting, meaningful change.

Our Culture Is Our Secret Ingredient

At Monogram Foods, we're more than a food company—we're a passionate team dedicated to creating America's most beloved foods and making an impact in the communities where we operate.

We value the dedication of our team members and are committed to fostering a fun, supportive work environment. We prioritize recognition, well-being, and a strong sense of belonging because we know that when our team is at its best, we can deliver our best to customers. Here you will enjoy competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and ample opportunities for growth and advancement. Plus, our inclusive culture—grounded in our company values—celebrates diversity and respects the unique perspectives of our team members.

So, if you're hungry for a rewarding career, join our team and let's cook up something extraordinary together.

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Company Paid Benefits

Employee Paid Benefits

Compensation Package

Team Member Well-Being

Rewards and Recognition

Position Overview:

The Training and Development Manager is expected to oversee the effective development, coordination, and presentation of training programs for plant personnel. Training programs will include, but are not limited to, safety, human resources, manufacturing methods, quality control, supervisory and leader development. The role will provide resources and tools to support plant personnel in providing a more structured learning environment, that positively impacts productivity, safety, quality, and staff engagement. The role will provide supervision for a small team. The qualified individual should have previous training experience in a manufacturing environment and will have the capacity to tailor training sessions and programs to meet the specific needs of various departments and levels within the company. The ability to design and evaluate effective training programs is essential.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assess company-wide development needs to drive training initiatives and identify and arrange suitable training solutions for team members, conducting an annual training and development needs assessment.
• Identify the team members’ current competency level and the competency standards established for their positions to determine their training needs.
• Work with the team members and operational department to meet the department’s training needs.
• Plan, organize, and facilitate team member development and training sessions.
• Support the training and development of plant leaders through our front-line leader program; support the training of supervisory and leadership skills.
• Develop training and development programs and objectives to provide adequate training utilizing various media.
• Design training programs to meet the organization’s strategic goals in terms of team member performance, productivity, quality, consistency, and customer satisfaction.
• Support training supervisory skills that promote employee satisfaction.
• Lead the organization, deployment, and communication of training programs across the plant to ensure compliance with BRC regulations.
• Manage data, reports, matrices, and other measures for indicators of progression toward the company’s training goals and outcomes.
• Develop, review, and update SOPs.
• Coordinate and administer training grants.
• Oversee and develop the training and development team, organizing team roles and responsibilities to achieve department goals and to provide opportunities for developmental progression.
• Complete administrative tasks as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

NOTE: This list presents only the principal duties of the position and is not intended to be comprehensive. The duties and responsibilities listed above may be changed or supplemented at any time in accordance with business needs and conditions.

The ideal candidate will have the following:

Education and Experience:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in business, organizational development, human resources, or a related field is required.
• Preferred Education: Certification in Training and Facilitation, Adult Learning, Instructional Design, and Coaching is preferred.
• Preferred Experience: Two or more years of experience in training in a manufacturing environment.

Competencies and Skills:

• Bilingual in English and Spanish is preferred.
• Understanding of adult training methods and techniques.
• Knowledge of instructional design.
• Strong training, facilitation, and coaching skills.
• Ability to design and implement effective training and development programs.
• Ability to evaluate training and development programs and measure results.
• Strong computer literacy, and intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Suite.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Good collaborative abilities, and the ability to work well across all departments and levels of the organization.
• Ability to tailor effective training to all levels of the organization.

Physical Demands:

• Ability to sit for prolonged periods of time in front of a computer.
• Ability to move about the facility on a regular basis to perform physical activities, such as, but not limited to, lifting items of up to 30 lbs. unassisted, bending, standing, climbing or walking.
• Visual and hearing acuity.

NOTE: Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment and Personal Protective Equipment:

General office environment.