Learning & Development Specialist - Manufacturing Site Trainer

About the Role

Our client is a well-established Irish food manufacturing company known for its high standards of quality, operational excellence, and strong dedication to employee development. They are currently looking for a skilled Site Trainer to join their team to manage and deliver training across the facility.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct employee induction sessions covering topics such as manual handling, food safety, and site protocols.
• Plan, coordinate, and deliver training programmes tailored for both new hires and existing staff.
• Keep precise records of training activities, including training matrices and certificates.
• Arrange external training courses, including Forklift Truck (FLT), Reach Truck, Shunter, Stacker, and First Aid certifications.
• Monitor expiry dates of training to ensure timely refresher courses are undertaken.
• Create and update training materials, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and work instructions to keep them current.
• Collaborate with Production Managers, Supervisors, and Team Leaders to identify training needs.
• Track the progress of trainees and generate reports for management review.
• Support company compliance requirements, assist with audits, and contribute to continuous improvement projects.
• Maintain and champion the organization’s training systems and processes.

Candidate Profile

• Demonstrable prior experience in a comparable training role within a manufacturing environment.
• Essential Train the Trainer accreditation.
• Experience in conducting induction and on-the-job training sessions.
• Skilled in organising First Aid and operational equipment training; experience with FLT training is preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills.
• Strong organisation and time management capabilities.
• Aptitude for engaging and motivating employees across various levels of the organization.
• Background in food manufacturing is advantageous but not mandatory.

Compensation and Conditions

This is a full-time permanent position, based fully onsite in Monaghan, Ireland, with an annual salary ranging from €40,000 to €50,000.