Training Coordinator - 1st shift

Training Coordinator - 1st shift 3.6 3.6 out of 5 stars 301 W 3rd St, Toluca, IL 61369 Full-time Ajinomoto Foods North America 819 reviews

Full-time Position Summary:

The Training Coordinator supports the planning, coordination, and administration of plant-wide training programs to ensure effective onboarding, regulatory compliance, and continuous employee development. Working closely with the E&T Manager, this role assists in developing and maintaining training materials and Standard Operating Procedures, managing training documentation systems, engaging with employees across departments, and ensuring required training programs are executed effectively and consistently across all lines and shifts.

Position Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Collaborate with subject matter experts to identify training needs and objectives. Attend daily DMS (SDS) meetings to connect with teams across the facility, stay informed of operational issues, and escalate identified training needs to the E&T Manager. Monitor and assess the effectiveness of training programs through working with Natural Work Teams, conducting evaluations, collecting feedback, and tracking performance metrics. Work with the E&T Manager to support the design, development, and update of training programs tailored to the manufacturing plant's requirements. Develop and maintain clear and concise Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for various manufacturing processes, ensuring adherence to industry regulations, safety guidelines, and best practices. Prepare and deliver training packets & training rosters for onboarding and ongoing development programs. Organize, scan, file, and maintain both physical and digital training documentation, ensuring accessibility, accuracy, and version control. Maintain accurate records of training activities, attendance, completion status, and performance evaluations; generate reports to track progress and identify gaps. Create and update training materials, manuals, OPLs, charts, graphs, and other visual instructional aids, including laminated materials and digital learning content developed within eLearning authoring platforms (e.g., iSpring) to support effective training delivery. Maintain the training announcement board with current and relevant information. Conduct daily training GEMBAs to check in with active trainees, monitor progress, and reinforce learning and safety expectations. Assist in facilitating training courses and conduct train-the-trainer sessions to equip trainers across departments with the skills and knowledge to effectively onboard and develop new employees. Coordinate required training programs across all lines and shifts to ensure timely completion and full compliance. Implement improvements based on feedback, performance data, and evolving operational needs. Promote a culture of safety and adherence to protocols among trainers and trainees. Ensure all training programs and SOPs comply with safety regulations and industry standards.

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Position Qualifications:

An equivalent combination of experience and education will also be considered. Education Education Level Description 2 Year / Associate's Degree Associates of Arts/Science or equivalent experience in training, education, instructional design or related field Experience Minimum Years of Experience Comments 1 to 2 years 1-2 years of training experience in a manufacturing or food processing plant environment Certifications • Knowledge, Skills and Abilities List any program-based or field knowledge. Include skills/abilities needed to perform the job. Experience in training analysis, design, development, implementation, and evaluation. Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple training initiatives, administrative processes, and documentation systems with accuracy and attention to detail. Experience developing instructional materials, including digital learning content using eLearning authoring tools; proficiency with iSpring preferred. Excellent communication and collaboration skills, including presenting effectively, facilitating small-group and one-on-one training, providing constructive feedback, and developing clear written training materials and SOPs. Analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to evaluate training effectiveness, interpret performance data, and identify improvement opportunities. Familiarity with learning management systems; experience with Alchemy is a plus. E&T Pillar knowledge is a plus. Working Conditions This job operates in an office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers and filing cabinets. Physical Requirements The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Demand Frequency Sit Frequent Stand Frequent Walk Frequent Lift Frequent Bend/Twist Frequent Reach Frequent Other Physical Demands or Working Conditions While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be required to move about the plants. The employee is required to sit; use hands to finger; handle; or feel/hold objects; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; speak, hear, taste, and smell. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Individual must be able to effectively work in a normal production environment where temperatures and noise levels may vary. Generally the incumbent must be able to sit/stand and use a computer for extended periods of time. AAP/EEO Statement Ajinomoto Foods North America, Inc. (AFNA) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. AFNA does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis protected by stated, federal, or local law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions for this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned. #INDTOL