Training Manager (Manufacturing / Production)

Sazerac Company; Carrollton (TX); On-site; USD 94,438 - 115,425; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k with employer matching

Free lunch on weekdays

Growth opportunities

Job summary

A leading beverage manufacturer is seeking an experienced Training Manager to spearhead learning and development initiatives in their Carrollton, Texas facility. This role involves designing structured training programs that enhance employee development and operational performance compliance. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree, 7+ years of experience in training, and possess excellent communication skills. The company offers an attractive benefits package, including medical, dental, and a 401k with matching.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of experience in training or workforce development.
• Ability to travel up to 25% for corporate functions.
• High level of comfort with technology and learning systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement training programs for operational performance.
• Manage the Learning Management System and track training metrics.
• Facilitate onboarding and leadership training for production employees.

Skills

Strong understanding of adult learning principles

Excellent communication skills

Strong organizational skills

Project management skills

Bilingual in English and Spanish

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

Learning Management System (LMS)

Alchemy LMS

Job description

Sazerac Company Overview

BuzzBallz is a woman-founded, ready-to-drink cocktail brand launched in 2009 in Carrollton, Texas. Known for bold flavors, quality ingredients, and a fun, distinctive approach to beverages, BuzzBallz quickly grew from a local idea into a nationally recognized brand.

In 2024, BuzzBallz joined Sazerac, one of the world’s most respected and family-owned spirits companies with more than 400 years of heritage and a global portfolio of iconic brands like Buffalo Trace, Pappy Van Winkle, Fireball, 99 and Southern Comfort. Together, we combine BuzzBallz’s creativity and innovation with Sazerac’s craftsmanship, scale, and operational excellence.

We’re building teams that value safety, quality, continuous improvement, and doing things the right way—while still having fun along the way.

For more information, please visit our website: www.BuzzBallz.com

Company/Location Overview

BuzzBallz is a beverage manufacturer producing ready-to-drink cocktails and spirits in Carrollton, TX. Our facility is located at 2114 McDaniel Dr., Carrollton, TX 75006.

Job Description/Responsibilities

We’re looking for an experienced Training Manager to lead learning and development initiatives within our manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for designing, implementing, and managing structured training programs that support employee development, operational performance, and regulatory compliance while fostering a culture of continuous learning across the organization.

Key highlights of the role:

• Develop and implement training programs that support operational performance and employee development.
• Design and maintain structured training matrices and development plans for frontline manufacturing teams.
• Manage the Learning Management System (LMS) and track training completion and effectiveness metrics.
• Facilitate onboarding programs, skills development, and leadership training for production employees.
• Evaluate training outcomes using feedback, metrics, and operational performance indicators.
• Partner with operations leadership to identify skill gaps and align training initiatives with business goals.

Qualifications/Requirements

Requirements (Must-Have)

• Bachelor’s degree required. Master’s is preferred.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in training, learning and development, or workforce development.
• Strong understanding of adult learning principles, instructional design, and training delivery methods.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to engage employees at all organizational levels.
• Strong organizational and project management skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• High level of comfort with technology and learning systems
• Ability to travel up to 25% (corporate functions and training)

Preferred Qualifications (Nice-to-Have)

• Experience working in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Experience with Education grants and how to obtain them
• Experience with Alchemy LMS or similar learning management systems.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish.
• Certification in training, facilitation, or instructional design.
• Experience with project management or workforce development initiatives.

Culture and Benefits

Benefits include: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, as well as FSA options. 401k with employer matching, PTO, free lunch on weekdays and growth opportunities.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion. We are a diverse workforce. We fully support and embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workplace. Be you, respectfully. We firmly commit to Equal Employment Opportunity, affirmative actions, and comply with Federal, State, and local laws that prohibit employment discrimination based on age, gender, race, national origin, color, disability, protected veteran status, and other protected classifications.

Min

USD $104,932.00/Yr.