Training Coordinator

mars; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Mars is seeking a Training Coordinator to develop and manage its training programs for site associates, delivering materials and sessions across multiple formats. The role emphasizes collaboration with site leadership and external vendors to ensure effective knowledge transfer and ongoing program improvement.

Responsibilities include maintaining training records, creating materials, coordinating sessions, and supporting on-the-job training to meet safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Must meet time in role (12+ months).
• Must have approval from line manager to apply.
• 3+ years of experience in developing and delivering training in manufacturing.
• Associates Degree or higher preferred in related fields.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain training records by Value Stream site-wide.
• Develop training materials such as videos, presentations, SOPs, pamphlets, and e-learnings.
• Coordinate external vendors for specific technical training.
• Present training materials as required to end users or trainers.
• Provide OJT Trainer sessions to production and maintenance associates.
• Recommend training courses based on performance data and stakeholder input.
• Schedule and coordinate individual and team training sessions.
• Continuously improve training services and revise programs as needed.

Skills

Analytical Capability

Communication

Training and Development

Project Management

Change Management

Leadership

Lean Principles

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Associates Degree in HR/Education/Business or related

Job description

Job Description:

Job Level: Business Operations-B4

Title: Training Coordinator

Required Shift:

8 Hour Day Shift

Monday - Friday

Overtime and non traditional shift hours required based on business needs

Job Purpose:

The Training Coordinator is accountable for the development, execution and tracking of the training program for functional roles, and talking ownership for the application, execution, and development of site associates for MARS MSE Education & Training Programs and processes. The Training Coordinator collaborates on the development of the over-arching training program, develops training materials, tracks associate participation, manages the logistics of delivering training, trains instructors on the training methodologies and at times presents training materials to teams and individuals. This role will deliver training sessions as required to either end users or as part of "OJT Trainer", "Expert Trainer" and "TCA (Teach, Coach & Assess) Training" sessions. The Training Coordinator provides program feedback and suggestions to Site's management in an effort to continuously improve the overall program effectiveness.

What are we looking for?

Minimum Requirements:

• Must meet time in role (12+ months)
• Must have approval from line manager to apply
• Must currently be in good standing
• High school diploma or equivalent
• 3+ years of experience in developing and delivering training as part of a manufacturing team or as a production supervisor, or equivalent experience

Physical Requirements:

• Frequent lifting/carrying pushing (10-50 lbs) and pushing/pulling (50-300 lbs)
• Frequent bending, stooping, twisting, handling and gripping
• Ability to work at elevated heights, climb stairs, leaning over equipment and work in confined spaces
• Ability to stand and/or work on feet for extended periods (minimum eight hours in one shift).
• Ability to read, write and speak English

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associates Degree or higher in Human Resources, Education, Business Management, basic sciences or other business-related disciplines, or equivalent functional technical experience in training methodologies and processes.
• 5+ years of experience in developing and delivering training as part of a manufacturing team or as a production supervisor, or equivalent experience
• Familiarity with traditional and modern training methods (mentoring, coaching, on-the-job or in classroom training, e-learning, workshops, simulations, etc).
• Proven ability to develop training materials from scratch and fully implement.

Key Responsibilities?

• Develop and maintain training records for all associates by Value Stream, site-wide.
• Develop training materials such as videos, presentations, SOPs, pamphlets, e-learnings targeting specific skills as defined by the training program.
• Work with external vendors to provide specific technical training to site associates.
• Serve as a presenter of training materials, including nights and weekends where needed.
• Provide "OJT Trainer" sessions to production & maintenance associates, coordinators & leaders to enable them to deliver training modules within their teams.
• Recommend training courses for areas with performance issues based on information from the FMOS process, direct observation on the production floor, and partnership with Staff, Production Leaders, Production Coordinators, and technical leaders.
• Schedule and coordinate individual and team training sessions.
• Continuously seek and support new approaches, practices and processes to improve the efficiency of training services offered.
• Amending and revising programs as necessary, to adapt to changes in the work environment.
• Work closely with CVS to develop training requirements for new projects/processes.
• Leads operation and maintenance SME's through the process to develop training materials and programs bases on task analysis processes.
• Help production leaders (line managers) to solve specific training needs/problems, either one-on-one or in a group.
• Develop & deliver training schedules for capability building needs within each Value Stream.
• Responsible for ensuring all associates are aware of training dates/times/locations.
• Provide performance feedback to the Training & Development Leaders for ratings purposes as it relates to certification levels, training completions, and overall engagement in the training program of associates.

Skills:

Analytical Capability, Asset Management, Business Process Application, Change Management, Commercial Awareness, Communication, Continual Improvement Process, Customer-Focused, Environment Management, Financial Essentials, Food Safety and Sanitation, Leadership, Lean Principles, Logistics Manager, Make Principles, Performance Measurement and Evaluation, Planning, Project Management, Quality at Mars, Regulatory Compliance, Risk Management, Safety at Mars, Supply Chain Principles, Training and Development

Competencies:

Collaborates, Communicates Effectively, Drives Results, Ensures Accountabi