Training Specialist

As a Training Specialist you are responsible for creating standard work instructions and supporting and assessing standard work practices in the Production area. This position will coach, assist and train the trainers who are responsible for training the floor employees on their job responsibilities.

What you will do:

• Create and support standard work and training practices using SWIs, OPLs, Master Document lists and other training tools
• Update individual employee training tracking as necessary using a training matrix
• Validate training effectiveness through the audit process
• Train and coach employees to ensure confidence and success in the training system
• Facilitate bi-weekly meetings on all shifts with Managers, Supervisors, and technicians to ensure continuity of knowledge of training processes and procedures
• Plan and execute NEO (New Employee Orientation) and onboarding
• Provide support and documentation expertise to CPI events and initiatives as necessary (edit standard work documentation, oversee training/retraining, and provide suggestions on what training tools would be most effective)
• Ensure and conduct high quality, calibrated training across all sites
• Ensure and conduct uniform assimilation of equipment, processes, and products within site
• Partner with Safety and Quality departments to deliver training within the site
• Ensure uniform documentation for like equipment/processes across sites
• Develop self as well as others to support organizational readiness
• Act as a liaison for Best Practice communication across sites
• Provide support, feedback and consistent communication with Production Management, and our internal and external partners
• Publish communications and updates through established structure ad network as necessary
• Update area training boards on a weekly basis with pertinent information, such as weekly training schedules, updates, etc.
• Be able to manage projects and work in a cross-functional team
• Model the Keurig Dr Pepper values
• Follow all policies, procedures, ergonomic standards, and safety requirements directed by Keurig Dr Pepper and the department
• Perform other job-related duties as requested by management

• Salary Range: $62,500 - $93,000
• Actual placement within the compensation range may vary depending on experience, skills, and other factors
• Benefits, subject to election and eligibility: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Paid Time Off (including paid parental leave, vacation, and sick time), 401k with company match, Tuition Reimbursement, and Mileage Reimbursement
• Annual bonus based on performance and eligibility
• Benefits eligible Day 1!

• 3-5 Years experience Learning and Development or related field
• Strong mechanical aptitude of production operations
• Intensive knowledge of process flow with specific focus on Keurig Dr Pepper packaging lines, as well as the individual components with the area
• Certification in the Train the Trainer Job Instruction course
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written, as well as strong presentation and facilitation skills, to include large groups
• Strong computer skills, specifically Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint); knowledge of Visio software applications
• Strong organizational and time management skills, as well as attention to detail
• Ability to coordinate multiple projects and areas of focus
• Ability to foster strong relationships with internal and external partners
• Be a self-motivated team player with a positive attitude that works well with a diverse workforce
• Ability to work flexible hours as necessary to support all four production shifts

Keurig Dr Pepper (NASDAQ: KDP) is a leading beverage company in North America, with a portfolio of more than 125 owned, licensed and partner brands and powerful distribution capabilities to provide a beverage for every need, anytime, anywhere. We operate with a differentiated business model and world-class brand portfolio, powered by a talented and engaged team that is anchored in our values. We work with big, exciting beverage brands and the #1 single-serve coffee brewing system in North America at KDP, and we have fun doing it!

Together, we have built a leading beverage company in North America offering hot and cold beverages together at scale. Whatever your area of expertise, at KDP you can be a part of a team that’s proud of its brands, partnerships, innovation, and growth. Will you join us?

We strive to be an employer of choice, providing a culture and opportunities that empower our team of ~29,000 employees to grow and develop. We offer robust benefits to support your health and wellness as well as your personal and financial well-being. We also provide employee programs designed to enhance your professional growth and development, while ensuring you feel valued, inspired and appreciated at work.

Keurig Dr Pepper is an equal opportunity employer and recruits qualified applicants and advances in employment its employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability or association with a person with a disability, medical condition, genetic information, ethnic or national origin, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

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