Ocean Spray Cranberries

Plant Training Specialist

Ocean Spray Cranberries$72K — $99K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3+ years in HR, technical training, or learning and development
  • Manufacturing experience
  • Experience with curriculum development
  • Strong technical training and facilitation skills
  • Proficient in Learning Management Systems (LMS) administration
  • Solid IT skills, especially with Microsoft Office
  • Knowledge of OSHA standards and industry regulations

Responsibilities

  • Administer plant training systems including onboarding and compliance training
  • Develop and manage all training content and documentation
  • Lead Train the Trainer program and assess trainer effectiveness
  • Conduct training sessions and coordinate training schedules
  • Evaluate training program effectiveness and implement improvements
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance training delivery
  • Analyze and recommend external training vendors as needed

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health insurance starting on Day 1
  • 401(k) with company matching and potential bonuses
  • Flexible scheduling options for better work-life balance
  • Up to three weeks of vacation pay
  • Tuition assistance and career development programs
  • Access to wellness programs and reimbursement options
  • Parental leave and family support services
Full Job Description
In this role, the Plant Training Specialist will be responsible for administering comprehensive training systems for plant team members inclusive of technical training, required compliance training, new hire onboarding, and more. You will develop training materials, document team member completion, and evaluate program effectiveness. Additionally, you will lead the Train the Trainer program, lead training efforts, maintain a training calendar, administer the MPOWER LMS, and partner with cross-functional teams to provide comprehensive training experiences for all plant team members.

A Day in the Life...
  • Act as primary owner of plant learning management and content management systems (Mpower, etc.), inclusive of program governance like: managing users, reporting participation rates, developing content, managing and assigning relevant content, reporting and troubleshooting
  • Identify and develop hourly trainers through ongoing facilitation of train-the-trainer sessions; ensure trainers are fully equipped to deliver high-quality instruction, maintain training standards, and continuously evaluate and elevate trainer effectiveness
  • Administer the onboarding program, including assigning trainers, and ensuring compliance with program requirements
  • Create content, develop courses within Mpower
  • Conduct onboarding and other training as needed
  • Work independently within established procedures; facilitate open communication with cross-functional stakeholders
  • Coordinate training schedules, inclusive of in-plant and external training programs, to minimize production disruptions
  • Assess external vendors for training effectiveness; research and recommend training partners
  • Collaborate with Training peers across the plant networks to align content, delivery, and application
  • Analyzes training effectiveness and implements corrective action plans with measurable outcomes
  • Act as site champion for all training initiatives


What We Are Looking For:
  • Manufacturing experience
  • Previous curriculum development experience
  • Strong facilitations and technical training skills
  • Learning Management System (LMS) administration
  • Solid IT/computer application skills, including full proficiency with Office Suite
  • Strong relationship building, motivation, and negotiation skills
  • Analytical, troubleshooting
  • Knowledge of OSHA standards, quality assurance requirements, and industry-specific regulations.
  • Understanding of training documentation standards and audit requirements.
  • Awareness of Lean, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies for process optimization.


Required
  • Minimum 3 years' experience in human resources, technical training roles, learning and development, or a related field
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
  • Experience collaborating with cross-functional partners
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail


Preferred
  • Experience in using or administering learning management systems (i.e., Workday Learning, Cornerstone, TalentLMS)
  • Experience with authoring tools (i.e., Camtasia, Articulate, Canva)
  • Training facilitation or teaching experience
  • Comfort with virtual instructor-led delivery platforms (i.e., Zoom, Microsoft Teams)
  • Experience working in an organization with competency-based development


Physical Requirements
  • Must be able to lift low to medium weight (10-30 lbs) materials on an occasional basis.
  • Requires the ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time.
  • Must be able to climb ladders and traverse catwalks.


Education:
Bachelor of Science (Preferred)

Work Experience:
At least 3 Years of Experience

Annual Salary:
$72,200 - $99,330

The base salary range information above serves as a guideline of the position's typical hiring range. We value and appreciate what makes you unique and will consider a variety of factors when determining an offer. These factors include, but are not limited to, your skills and experience, external and internal benchmarks, as well as overall company considerations. Certain positions may be eligible for short-term and long-term incentive rewards. We also offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits program that supports all aspects of your health and well-being.

Benefits:
  • Complete insurance package on Day-1 that includes a plethora of health and wellness programs
    • Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
    • Health savings account
    • Flexible spending account
    • Life and accident insurance
    • Employee assistance program
    • Telehealth services
    • 1:1 health coaching
    • Supportive benefits for all the stages of your life
  • 401(k) with up to 6% Company matching; additional potential discretionary match at year-end
  • Short-Term Incentive/Performance bonuses
  • Flexible scheduling options
  • Vacation pay, up to three weeks of time (pro-rated for your first year of employment)
  • Holiday pay for 12 holidays
  • Career development and growth opportunities
  • Tuition/Education assistance programs
  • Access to LinkedIn Learning
  • Scholarship programs for children of employees
  • Parental leave
  • Bright Horizons Family Solutions - Back-up care, tutoring, etc.
  • Adoption assistance
  • Bereavement leave
  • Up to $300 fitness reimbursement
  • Up to $300 massage reimbursement
  • Employee appreciation events
  • Employee discounts
  • Charitable giving


About Ocean Spray Cranberries

Ocean Spray Cranberries, Inc. is a food and beverage company that produces and markets cranberry and grapefruit products. The company was founded in 1930 and is headquartered in Lakeville-Middleboro, Massachusetts. Ocean Spray's products include cranberry juice, dried cranberries, and cranberry sauce. The company is owned by more than 700 cranberry farmers in the United States and Canada. Ocean Spray has manufacturing facilities in Massachusetts, Wisconsin, and Washington. The company's products are sold in more than 100 countries around the world.
Learn more about Ocean Spray Cranberries
Size
2,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1930

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