Operations Training Manager

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

The Operations Training Manager is responsible for developing implementing and sustaining training programs that strengthen operational capability across the facility. This role ensures team members are trained to meet safety quality efficiency and compliance standards while supporting continuous improvement and workforce development initiatives. The Operations Training Manager partners closely with Operations HR Quality EHS and Engineering to build a structured consistent learning framework that supports performance and talent growth.

DIRECT REPORTS

• Training Coordinators
• Training Specialists

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (Essential Job Functions)

Training Program Development & Execution

• Build deliver and continuously improve operations training programs including onboarding skills certification equipment operation safety and compliance.
• Develop standardized training materials SOP-based learning modules and hands-on skill assessments.
• Maintain training documentation records and compliance with internal and regulatory requirements.

Operational Excellence & Continuous Improvement

• Collaborate with Operations leadership to identify skill gaps and implement targeted training to improve productivity quality and safety.
• Leverage lean six sigma and adult learning principles to optimize training efficiency and effectiveness.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives ensuring training supports sustained performance gains.

Leadership & Team Coordination

• Lead coach and develop training staff supporting their growth in instructional design facilitation and technical capability.
• Partner with Supervisors and Managers to support operator development cross-training strategies and workforce planning.

Training System Management

• Oversee Learning Management System (LMS) accuracy utilization and compliance tracking.
• Develop and monitor training KPIs including certification rates training cycle times and skill progression metrics.

Stakeholder Collaboration

• Work closely with Quality Safety HR Product Development and Engineering to integrate new procedures equipment and processes into training curricula.
• Support new product introductions and process changes through structured training and readiness planning.

Administrative Responsibilities

• Prepare reports maintain training metrics and support audits.
• Manage training budgets schedules and resource allocation.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS  

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a Team Member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job the Team Member will be required to wear the appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (i.e. beard/hairnet ear plugs frock boots etc.) stand for extended periods of time and use hands/arms to push pull reach and occasionally lift above head.  The Team Member must occasionally lift push pull up to 25 pounds and 50 pounds infrequently. Team Members are requested to visually inspect equipment and/or product. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a Team Member encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The work environment is a plant setting with wet/slippery floors varying degrees of temperatures with an average temperature of 40 degrees in the production area.  Team Members will be exposed to raw and/or cooked meat products and moving equipment and will be required to follow all Food Safety Quality requirements.

Qualifications :

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelors degree in business Industrial Engineering Education/Training or related field
• 35 years of experience in manufacturing or operations environment
• Experience developing and delivering training programs in a production setting
• Demonstrated knowledge of adult learning principles and instructional design

Preferred:

• Training or Instructional Design Certifications (e.g. ATD CPTD Training Within Industry)
• Lean/Six Sigma certification
• Experience with LMS administration

REQUIRED SKILLS KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes safety requirements and quality systems
• Excellent facilitation communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to develop structured training programs and assess skill competency
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Ability to collaborate cross-functionally and influence without direct authority

Additional Information :

The salary range for this role is $100000 $120000(Annually).  Actual salaries will vary based on several factors including but not limited to external market data internal equity location and candidate skill set and experience. Base pay is just one component of Jack Links Total Rewards package for Team Members. Other rewards may include annual incentive and program-specific awards. Jack Links provides a variety of benefits to eligible Team Members including medical dental and vision benefits life and disability insurance 401k participation paid holidays and paid time off.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:
Jack Links provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age color national origin citizenship status physical or mental disability race religion creed gender sex sexual orientation gender identity and/or expression genetic information marital status status with regard to public assistance veteran status or any other characteristic that is protected by federal state or local law.

E-VERIFY:
Jack Links is a participant in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees.  For information about the E-Verify program please visit:  your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time