RESPONSIBILITIES

• Leads efforts in the development of training systems aligned with safety, quality & continuous process improvement efforts.
• Develop and maintain a library of training materials specific to manufacturing related processes (Work Instructions, Skill Sheets, Troubleshooting Guides).
• Responsibilities include all departments in Newport News as well as support and collaboration with Williamsburg as needed.
• Assesses and assembles appropriate production employee job training and/or equipment process training.
• Assists manufacturing leads and department managers with the recruitment process by participating in the interview process and New Hire Orientation/Onboarding. Works closely to train and evaluate new associates throughout the probationary period.
• Where appropriate, surveys operations management regarding specialized training requirements.
• Prepare, document, and implement training materials to certify skill mastery to ensure consistency of performance within the plant.
• Facilitate a teamwork environment consistent with company policies and procedures.
• Participates in internal and external audits as requested.
• Actively participate and sponsor the Printpack Performance system Continuous Skills Development team, and actively report out the CSD team's performance and actions to the Plant Leadership Steering Team.

COMPETENCIES

• Thorough knowledge of manufacturing techniques, processes, and quality systems management.
• Ability to learn and teach new technology, methods, or skills.
• Proven problem-solving skills with the ability to make sound decisions with minimal information and/or under pressure.
• Exceptional personnel development skills.
• Assessing/Evaluating the performance of others.
• Ability to provide constructive feedback.
• Public speaking - teaching/presenting to a group.
• Strong organizational, administrative, communication, and interpersonal skills to develop training courses & programs in collaboration with other departments.
• Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of plant personnel from the Plant Leadership Team to Equipment Operators.

Position Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent. Formal on-going education is desirable and encouraged.
• Minimum three (3) years manufacturing experience preferred.
• Proven ability to perform in a self-directed manner and maintain a sense of urgency.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule to meet with the night shift teams frequently.
• Project management and computer (MS Office, Google) skills.
• Formal training, education, or certificates on the subject of training others preferred.
• Three to five (3-5) years of training experience, including development of training programs and conducting on-the-job and classroom style training preferred.
• Knowledge and experience working with Extrusion, Thermoforming, or Dry Offset cup printing preferred.
• Experience with computer training programs, learning management systems, creating and editing training videos preferred.

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