Plant Trainer

Plant Trainer Skip to main content#Plant Trainer page is loaded## Plant Trainer Apply locations:
Rhinelander, WItime type:
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2026 - 9527

The Plant Trainer develops and delivers comprehensive training programs that enhance workforce capabilities, promote safety excellence, and support operational goals at our Rhinelander manufacturing facility.
The Plant Trainer role partners with associates across all departments to build skills, improve performance, and drive continuous improvement through the Printpack Continuous Skills Development initiatives.#

Key Responsibilities:

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** Safety Leadership & Culture Development
*** Drive safety awareness and engagement throughout the plant organization
* Foster a learning environment that promotes safety-conscious behaviors  ##
** Training Program Development & Management
*** Assess departmental skills and knowledge needs to meet business unit and plant goals
* Develop and maintain comprehensive skills matrices (element trees) for each department and position
* Create training materials including One Point Lessons, Work Instructions, and multimedia resources
* Design and implement competency frameworks aligned with operational requirements  ##
** Learning Management System Administration
*** Assign, maintain, and promote training activities using Workday Learning
* Track training completion metrics and effectiveness measurements
* Report training analytics and collaborate with department leaders on progress  ##
** Employee Development & Onboarding
*** Lead new employee onboarding and conduct comprehensive skills assessments
* Provide ongoing coaching and support to associates at various skill levels
* Schedule regular progress reviews with supervisors and departmental trainers  ##
** Continuous Skills Development
*** Promote engagement and adoption of the Continuous Skills Development Pillar
* Support plant-wide improvement projects and initiatives through targeted training
* Leverage new technologies and media platforms to enhance training delivery  # POSITION SCOPE:
* ** Position Level:
** Specialist role supporting plant-wide training initiatives
* ** Organizational Impact:
** Cross-functional influence across all manufacturing departments
* ** Decision-Making Authority:
** Training program development, curriculum design, and competency assessments
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* Collaboration:

** Works directly with Plant Leadership Team, Operations, HR, and department supervisors
* ** System Responsibility:
** Manages learning management system (Workday Learning) and training metrics
* ** Responsibilities for Direction of Others**:
Oversees production training and development of New Hires and New to Position associates  #

QUALIFICATIONS:

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* Education & Experience:

*** High School diploma
** OR
* * equivalent experience
* Proficient formal or informal training experience preferred
* Expert-level knowledge in manufacturing processes  ##
** Software & Systems Proficiency**
* ** Microsoft Office Suite:
** Advanced proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
* ** Learning Management Systems:
** Experience with Workday Learning (preferred) or similar LMS platforms
* ** Multimedia Development:
** Ability to create training materials using modern technologies and media platforms  ##
** Manufacturing & Operations Knowledge**
* ** Quality Management Systems**:
Understanding of manufacturing quality standards and processes
* ** Manufacturing**:
Expert-level technical knowledge in specialized manufacturing processes
* ** Safety Systems**:
Understanding of industrial safety practices and regulatory requirements  ##
** Training & Development Skills**
* ** Curriculum Design**:
Ability to develop comprehensive training programs and competency frameworks
* ** Skills Assessment:
** Capability to assess departmental skills and knowledge needs
* ** Training Material Creation:
** Experience creating One Point Lessons, Work Instructions, and multimedia resources
* ** Competency Mapping:
** Skills in developing and maintaining skills matrices (CI element trees)
* ** Data Analysis**:
Ability to track training completion metrics and effectiveness measurements
* ** Reporting:
** Skills in generating training analytics and progress reports  ##
** Communication Excellence**
* ** Exceptional Communication Skills**:
Exceptional written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills to effectively listen, build rapport and influence at all levels
* ** Training Delivery**:
Strong presentation and facilitation skills for diverse audiences
* ** Cross-Functional Collaboration**:
Effective communication with Plant Leadership, Operations, HR, and supervisors  
** Leadership & Development**
* ** Leadership Capabilities**:
Proven ability to develop and manage high-performing teams
* ** Coaching & Mentoring**:
Skills in providing ongoing support to associates at various skill levels
* ** Employee Onboarding**:
Experience leading comprehensive new associate orientation programs  
** PROBLEM-SOLVING & ADAPTABILITY SKILLS**
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