What are the responsibilities and job description for the Training Manager position at Southwire?
A leader in technology and innovation, Southwire Company, LLC is one of North America’s largest wire and cable producers. Southwire and its subsidiaries manufacture building wire and cable, metal-clad cable, portable and electronic cord products, OEM wire products and engineered products. In addition, Southwire supplies assembled products, contractor equipment and hand tools. We are proud to offer competitive compensation, employee benefits, tuition reimbursement, and unlimited growth opportunities. Our nearly seven decades of progressive growth can be attributed to our determination to developing innovative systems and solutions, exercising environmental stewardship and enhancing the wellbeing of our communities. How will you power what’s possible?
Title: Training Manager
Location: Bremen, IN
Reports To: Process Engineering Manager
Summary:
The Training Manager will collaborate with the Bremen team members on all training areas, as it relates to the plant’s training needs. This individual is responsible for the planning and execution of training events that educate and promote safety and education to our employees. The Training Manager will design, plan, and implement training programs, policies, and procedures to fulfill the training needs of the employees at Bremen Plant.
Duties/Responsibilities:
Review existing training programs, suggest enhancements and modifications to improve engagement, learning, and retention to meet the changing needs of the organization.
Analyze training needs to develop new training programs.
Modify/ improve existing programs while applying principles of learning models and theories.
Ensures that training materials and programs are current, accurate, and effective.
Maintains knowledge of new methods and techniques for training, and training requirements applicable to the organization.
Conducts required/recommended training sessions.
Collaborates with vendors and third-party training providers to arrange employee registration for and participation in outside training programs.
Maintain training records and learning metrics within Operations, providing insight and recommendations to drive business and talent needs
Works closely with the Corporate training group on new cross-training and skilling up plans
Lead and/or participate in initiatives that include, but are not limited to, Six Sigma, Kaizen, or other lean activities.
Work alongside People & Culture (HR) on position development programs, talent management, performance management, and succession planning initiatives.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Required Skills/Abilities:
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Extremely organized and detail-oriented.
Thorough understanding of training methods, theories, processes, and applications.
Ability to effectively facilitate meetings and problem-solving sessions
Ability to conduct task/job analysis to build training documents and establish standards.
Experience Utilizing Learning Management Systems, as well as E-Learning content creation, is preferred
Proficient in MS Office Suite.
ISO Auditing experience preferred.
Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree preferred with a concentration in Organizational Development, Adult Learning, I/O Psychology, Education, or similar related degree.
Experience within a manufacturing environment highly preferred.
Combination of experience and education required.
Physical Requirements:
Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times
Minimum of five years work experience in one or more of the following areas: training & development, process consulting, organizational development, change management or related field.
Competencies
Southwire is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Salary : $1 - $1,000,000