About the role
Pay: $25.00 to $30.00 per hour
Description Now Hiring: Training & Development Specialist Shift/Schedule: 1st Shift | 4am - 12:30pm | Flexibility Required Based on Training Needs and Support for 24-hour Operations Pay: Base = $25/hour (+ based on experience) Why join our team?
Need cash before payday? We’ve got you covered with on demand pay
Competitive hourly rate
Quarterly bonuses (based on team achievement and up to 5% of wages)
Full benefits package – medical, dental, vision & 401(k) match
Generous PTO & holidays
Growth opportunities to expand skillsets and enhance career
Amazing team & culture focused on:
Communication | Community Involvement | Wellness | Employee Activities
Other Benefits & Programs We Offer:
Full-time & stable hours – no seasonal cuts!
Referral bonus program
Tuition reimbursement
HSA Medical plan option with annual company contribution
Perks at Work – discounts on shopping, travel & more
Proven continued business growth for future opportunities
Position Overview
Reporting to the Training & Development Manager, the Training & Development Specialist leads the design, delivery, and continuous improvement of training programs across aseptic food manufacturing facilities in South Carolina and Wisconsin. This role partners with plant leadership to close training gaps, strengthen workforce capability, and drive performance across safety, quality, delivery, cost, and people development. You’ll own training strategy execution, develop engaging content, and build sustainable systems that support operational excellence.
What You’ll Do
Own and execute training programs across food, bottle, and TetraPak production lines
Partner with plant leaders to align training with business goals and performance targets
Develop and maintain training content (SOPs, OPLs, manuals, videos, multimedia tools)
Create engaging learning experiences for diverse audiences and learning styles
Analyze training data to identify gaps, reduce waste, and drive continuous improvement
Build and mentor a network of trainers and future training leaders
Collaborate with SMEs and HR to enhance onboarding and career development programs
Maintain training systems, documentation, and standard work processes
Evaluate training effectiveness through feedback, surveys, and performance metrics
Ensure compliance with food safety (GFSI), quality standards, GMPs, and safety regulations
Support cross-site collaboration and share best practices across facilities
Provide updates and insights to Operations leadership
Requirements
What You’ll Need
High school diploma or equivalent
3–5 years of manufacturing experience (food or regulated environment preferred)
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven mindset
Experience developing or delivering training programs or materials
Ability to coach, influence, and mentor teams at all levels
Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with a strong sense of urgency
Leadership mindset with a collaborative, team-oriented approach
Willingness to travel 10-15% across company locations (SC, WI, CA)