Training Administrator

Klöckner Pentaplast Europe GmbH & Co. KG; Virginia (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Klöckner Pentaplast Europe GmbH & Co. KG is seeking a Training Administrator to manage new hire and annual training, plus related clerical duties tied to training and organizational development programs.

You will lead safety, quality, and Lean manufacturing training, maintain training records, schedule sessions, and support the Apprenticeship program while ensuring compliance with policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent; an Associate’s Degree is preferred.
• Five to eight years of related experience and/or training; supervisory/leadership experience in plastics/polymer manufacturing is an asset.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, SAP and BDE is expected.

Responsibilities

• Lead new hire and annual training programs, and manage training administration tasks.
• Coordinate safety, quality and Lean manufacturing trainings (5S, OSHA, IMS) and organize materials.
• Administer training records and a training matrix to track progress and compliance.
• Schedule trainings, coordinate instructors, and distribute instructional materials.

Skills

Leadership

Training

Recordkeeping

Safety

OSHA knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate’s Degree preferred

Tools

SAP

BDE

Microsoft Office

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kp is a globally recognised leader in the packaging and specialty film industry, renowned for its unwavering commitment to sustainability and innovation. The need to act onclimate change has never been clearer so we incorporate sustainability into everything we do by #InvestingInBetter - creating innovative products that enhance product protection, shelf life and contribute to reducing the overall carbon footprint.

At kp, we are passionate about ensuring our customers' satisfaction, and we strive to achieve this goal by focusing all our efforts on meeting their evolving needs. Our dedication to drive a positive change in the packaging industry with a focus on quality and sustainability has earned us a reputation as a trusted partner for businesses worldwide.

Training Administrator

Summary

Responsible for new hire and annual training as well as the clerical and administrative duties related to the delivery of training and organizational development programs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead by Example - Promote a culture of Safety, HSE, Quality, Accountability, Integrity, and Continuous Improvement.
• Align with kp’s strategic compass and core behaviors: Focus, Accountability, Respect, and Urgency.
• Conduct new hire orientation training: Safety, PPE, Introduction to Quality, Fork Truck Training, Lean Manufacturing, 5S, kp nomenclature, site/organizational structure, material flow across the site, calender/extrusion methodology, IMS, kp email, kp Academy, and other required training.
• Instill a culture of safety, quality (first time right), OTIF, productivity, and sustainability.
• Assist with new hire follow-up to ensure training needs are being met.
• Review and update work instructions, SOPs, training aides, operational procedures and policies.
• Train employees on revised operational policies and procedures, work instructions, SOPs, and training aides.
• Administer a recordkeeping system/training matrix to track employee training participation and progress.
• Schedule training events, coordinates with instructors, obtains and distributes required instructional materials, and communicates schedules and details.
• Assist with management of kp Apprenticeship program.
• Prepare learning materials for training classes.
• Assist with development of a cross-functional workforce.
• Organize and track annual training requirements related to Operations, Safety, OSHA, Quality, 5S, and other areas.
• Complete required PASA audits for improving Behavior Based Safety, and drive team behaviors for continued safety awareness and practices.
• Drive safety improvements through risk identification and elimination, as well as full compliance with daily risk assessment completion.
• Manage participants effectively in a classroom and shopfloor environment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience:

High School Diploma or equivalency; Associate’s Degree preferred; five to eight years related experience and/or training with one to two years of supervisory/leadership experience in a plastics/polymer manufacturing environment or equivalent combination of education and experience. Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office/SAP/BDE.

If you are determined, thrive in a fast-paced environment with high levels of accountability and focus, then we’d love to meet you! Please apply using the link below.

At kp, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is vital to our global success. We welcome applicants from all identities, ideas, perspectives and experiences and encourage people fromunderrepresented backgrounds to apply. We aim to create an inclusive culture where our employees feel empowered to play to their strengths and see themselves reflected in theorganization without regard to race, gender, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, sexual preference, marital status, or inclusion in any other protected class.