Mars Inc

Training Manager

Mars Inc • $89K — $99K *
Columbus, OH 43230In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma, GED or equivalent education
  • 5+ years experience in manufacturing and in various areas of plant operations
  • 3+ years' experience in Learning and Development roles
  • Experienced in facilitating both classroom and on-the-job training
  • Willingness to travel 10%-20% of the time

Responsibilities

  • Lead the Education & Training Pillar, setting strategies and developing team skills
  • Teach advanced methodologies such as Adult Learning and Zero Loss culture
  • Collaborate with other operational pillars to enhance overall capabilities
  • Develop and deliver training for new projects and equipment
  • Analyze skill gaps and incorporate training into operational meetings
  • Manage the creation and improvement of training records and compliance tracking
  • Design and operate the on-site Training Center, creating digital learning content

Benefits

  • Medical, Vision, and Dental coverage starting from day one
  • Up to 6% 401(k) matching
  • Vacation time included
  • Tuition reimbursement opportunities
  • Short/Long-Term Disability coverage
  • 18 weeks of parental leave
Full Job Description
Job Description:

Mars Petcare- Training Manager- Columbus, OH
  • Pay: Based on experience between $89K-99K
  • This site manufactures Petfood


Shift Schedule:
  • Shift: 1st (days)
  • Schedule: Monday- Friday
  • Hours: 8am- 4:30pm
    • Ability to work flexible working hours accommodating varying time zones and operation shifts.


Description of Role:

The Training Manager owns all factory training and capability building anchored in the Education & Training (E&T) Pillar and MSE/TPM methodologies.

What are we looking for?

Minimum Requirements:
  • High School Diploma, GED or equivalent education
  • 5+ years experience in manufacturing and in one or more area of plant operations: Supply, Production, Continuous Improvement, Training, HSE and/or Reliability/Maintenance
  • 3+ years' experience in Learning and Development related roles
  • Facilitation of classroom training and on-the-job training
  • Ability to travel as required between 10%-20% of time with majority of travel being within a region.


Physical Requirements:
  • Can perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
  • Frequent lifting/carrying (10-50 lbs) and pushing/pulling (50-300 lbs)
  • Frequent bending, stooping, twisting, handling, and gripping.
  • Ability to work at elevated heights, climb stairs, lean over equipment, and operate in confined spaces.
  • Ability to stand and work on feet for extended periods
  • Capable of working in hot, cold and wet conditions
  • Proficient in understanding, communicating, reading, and writing in English.


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's Degree in a related area
  • Experience in the development of training programs
  • Technology capable with experience in virtual connections, website interactions and platform co-ordination.


What will be my key responsibilities?

Mars Supply Excellence (MSE) - Total Productive Maintenance (TPM)
  • Lead the E&T Pillar: Act as site Pillar Leader, set strategy based on the site needs, develop pillar members and execute PDCA-SDCA cycle for E&T methodologies.
  • Embed Methodologies: Teach and coach teams on Adult Learning, Train the Trainer, Zero Loss culture, and equipment ownership.
  • Collaborate and support other pillars' needs to continuously develop site overall MSE capabilities.
  • Project Training Support: Develop and execute training for new plant projects and equipment rollouts.

Operational Training, Skill Matrices & Compliance
  • Close Skill Gaps: Incorporate training into FMOS meetings with key stakeholders to visualize and improve skill gaps based on the losses across all shifts and departments.
  • Govern Standards & Data: Create and continuously improve the Skill Matrix, standardized training records, and compliance tracking.
  • Compliance & Job Analysis: Conduct Job Task Analysis for roles to ensure regulatory and safety compliance.
  • Two Core Programs: Ensure continuous operation of New Associate Onboarding and Revalidation Training.
  • External Partnerships: Coordinate with external training providers and vendors for specialized technical certifications.

Training Center, Content & AV Media
  • Facility Management: Design, operate, and maintain the on-site Training Center, including hands-on equipment mock-ups.
  • Media & Digital Learning: Create training videos, manage AV equipment (tablets, cameras, sound systems), and adopt modern learning tech.

Leadership, Team & Budget Management
  • People Leadership: Manage direct reports, build team engagement plans, and set Individual Business Objectives (IBOs) and Development Plans (IDPs).
  • Budget & Resources: Build and manage the site training budget and allocate materials and trainer resources effectively.
  • Stakeholder Influence: Advise site leadership on training systems, communicate progress across all plant zones, and deliver routine performance reports.


Total Rewards
  • Starting Pay: $89K-99K
  • Annual Bonus and Merit Increases
  • Benefits Starting Day One:
    • Medical, Vision, and Dental
    • Up to 6% 401(k) match
    • Vacation time
    • Tuition reimbursement
    • Short/Long-Term Disability
    • 18 weeks parental leave

About Mars Inc

Mars, Incorporated is an American multinational manufacturer of confectionery, pet food, and other food products. It was founded in 1911 and is headquartered in McLean, Virginia. Mars operates in six business segments: Petcare, Chocolate, Wrigley, Food, Drinks, and Symbioscience. Some of its most popular brands include M&M's, Snickers, Twix, Milky Way, Skittles, and Pedigree. The company is known for its commitment to sustainability and has set a goal to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions by 67% by 2050.
Learn more about Mars Inc
Size
125,000 employees
Industry
Food & Beverages
Founded
1911
* Ladders Estimates

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