Training Supervisor

American Foods Group, LLC; Long Prairie (MN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(k)

Disability insurance

Paid holidays

Career learning & training programs

Job summary

Long Prairie Packing Company, LLC, an American Foods Group Company in Long Prairie, MN, seeks a Training Supervisor to design, implement, and manage training programs at its beef harvest facility. The role focuses on creating materials, delivering hands-on sessions, assessing needs, and driving continuous improvement to elevate workforce skills.

The ideal candidate has instructional design expertise, experience with LMS, and a track record in manufacturing training; bilingual Spanish is a plus.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must be able to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• Previous operations experience in meat or manufacturing.
• Demonstrated knowledge of and proficiency in instructional design, training development, and adult learning principles.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage training programs across the facility.
• Collaborate with Safety, Quality, and HR leadership to keep content up to date.
• Coach and reinforce leadership development programs and SME initiatives.
• Oversee training delivery including onboarding, cross-training, and leadership training.
• Ensure knowledge checks, retesting, and data-driven evaluation of training effectiveness.
• Maintain training records and ensure compliance with regulations and policies.

Skills

Instructional design

Adult learning principles

Training development

Operations experience in meat/manufact

Spanish (bilingual)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Tools

Learning Management System (LMS)

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Long Prairie Packing, an American Foods Group Company is seeking a dedicated and experienced Training Supervisorwho will be responsible for the design, implementation, and management of all training programs at our beef harvest facility in Long Prairie, Minnesota.

Summary

The training leader will be responsible for developing training materials, conducting hands on training sessions, assessing training needs, and continuously improving training processes to enhance the skills and capabilities of our employees.

Training Program Management

• Collaborate with Safety, Quality, and HR leadership to keep new hire training content up to date.
• Sustain the Extreme Ownership by coaching and reinforcing the Laws of Combat and other desired behaviors.
• Champion the Management Trainee and Supervisor Development Programs by partnering with the learning and development team and supporting the participants.
• Subject Matter Expert (SME) and point of contact for any Alchemy training.
• Partner with Learning and Development to implement training and initiatives.
• Develop and maintain training materials, modules, and resources.

Training Delivery

• Oversee all training efforts including new hire, cross training, and leadership.
• Observe and provide feedback to trainers both positive and constructive.
• Ensure training is an engaging and hands on experience that uses in person, technology, and on the job components.
• Conduct training when a trainer is not available.

Training Evaluation and Improvement

• Ensure that knowledge checks are completed and passed. When not completed, arrange retesting.
• Evaluate the training programs by collecting feedback from new hires after 30 days of training. Using the feedback to make positive.
• Review data to identify knowledge & skill gaps.
• Create skill assessments to ensure new hires have the skills as well as the knowledge.
• Foster a continuous improvement mindset with the team and the site, ensuring the training is the most effective it can be.

Compliance and Documentation

• Validate that all training activities align with industry regulations, company policies, and safety guidelines.
• Maintain accurate and current training records, showing employee progress and certifications.
• Ensure training programs meet and exceed compliance standards.

Team Collaboration

• Work cross-functionally with Operations, Safety, and QA. Identify training needs and efficiently resolve the issues.
• Partner with plant leadership in all departments to monitor and evaluate quality of training programs.
• NOTE: this description is not intended to be all-inclusive. An employee may perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization; these duties are considered marginal.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications (Required):

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must be able to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• Previous operations experience in meat or manufacturing.
• Demonstrated knowledge of and proficiency in instructional design, training development, and adult learning principles.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience in training, preferably in a beef harvest facility.
• Bilingual in Spanish a plus.
• Experience in the beef processing industry.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong understanding of Safety protocols, Operations, Quality, and Leadership.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and train diverse groups of employees.
• Detail oriented with strong organizational and documentation skills.
• Ability to adapt to a dynamic and fast-paced work environment.
• Strong leadership and team collaboration abilities.
• Strong computer skills including experience with Learning Management Systems (LMS) and Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).

What We Offer:

• The expected base salary range for this position is between $65,000 to $75,000. However, your actual base pay may vary based on several factors, including but not limited to your job-related experience, qualifications, skills, expertise, and geographic location.
• This base salary is a component of our total compensation package, which also includes the following:
  • This position is eligible for the Company's discretionary annual bonus plan and merit increases.
  • Comprehensive benefits packages include Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
  • 401(k)
  • Disability insurance
  • Paid holidays
  • Our company supports your career growth with ongoing learning and training programs.

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Applicants with a disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process can contact Human Resources at the location(s) where you are applying. We participate in the E-Verify program in certain locations as required by law.

Summary

Long Prairie Packing Company, LLC an American Foods Group Company is a privately held beef processing company located in Long Prairie, Minnesota. We appreciate our employees and reward them for a job well done. As a member of the team, you will find yourself challenged and contributing in a significant way to the success of the business, and you will be rewarded for that success.

Check Out the Long Prairie, MN Area!

Improve your quality of life by residing in Long Prairie, Minnesota, a rural city located in the center of Minnesota - A short drive from many of the best recreational areas in Minnesota, and not too far from the Twin Cities and the ever-famous Mall of America! Long Prairie's museums, scenic golf courses, and historic buildings will fulfill your diverse interests.

The area also offers:

• Long Prairie Trails - 4 well-kept trails that extend throughout the entire city
• Lake Charlotte Beach which includes a swimming beach, fishing pier and boat launch, softball fields, and much more!
• Year-round community events that the whole family will love.