Position Purpose

The Training Specialist works closely with the HR recruiters and HR business partners to ensure timely, thorough and consistent onboarding of new hires and transfers. As a key point of contact during the orientation period, the training specialist is a vital role for a smooth onboarding and on the job training experience. Additionally, the training specialist will provide general support to the Human Resources Department.

Responsibilities/Duties/Functions/Tasks

• Supports new hires through the orientation period and on-the-job training process
• Gathers & analyzes data on new hire onboarding experiences to identify and recommend opportunities for process improvements
• Works with leaders to implement effective onboarding and training approaches to maximize transfer of knowledge and skills during the onboarding process and ensure a positive onboarding experience
• Follows up with employees and leaders to proactively identify concerns and implement/recommend solutions
• Implements electronic/paper-based training documentation of new hire training progress
• Tracks individual and overall onboarding metrics identifying trends and improvement opportunities
• Works closely and proactively with HR business partners to identify relationships between onboarding experiences, turnover, absenteeism, accident/injury rates, and performance and implement solutions
• Handles sensitive and confidential employee information
• Translates written and verbal communications in both English and Spanish/Creole

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Bilingual (English/Spanish/Creole), Required
• Ability to work collaboratively, build strong partnerships, and influence leaders and frontline employees
• Familiarity with on the job training processes, a plus
• Proficiency in computers including Microsoft Excel and Word; Microsoft Access a plus
• Strong written and verbal communications skills
• Ability to analyze data and report in a clear and concise manner
• Ability to work independently for day-to-day tasks to ensure onboarding goals and priorities are met
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Ability to effectively manage multiple projects, tasks, and priorities

Additional Responsibilities (if applicable)

• Provides general support to the HR team

Education and Experience

• Associates degree in animal science, training & development, human resources development, or equivalent experience preferred
• 1-2 years’ experience in manufacturing / turkey production or in a direct support role, preferred
• Prior experience with employee training programs, a plus