Training Coordinator

At CJ Schwan’s, we don’t just make food — we help create moments that matter. From kids devouring pizza after soccer practice, to students laughing over dumplings in a cafeteria, to families enjoying pie during the holidays, our team members play an important role in bringing those everyday moments to life. Our portfolio includes iconic pizzas, global flavors and timeless desserts from brands like Red Baron®, bibigo®, Tony’s®, Big Daddy’s®, Freschetta®, Pagoda®, Edwards® and Mrs. Smith’s®. Enjoyed in homes, schools, restaurants and just about everywhere people shop and eat, our products reflect a commitment to quality, innovation and the power of food to bring people together.

Our brand-new, 360,000-square-foot Asian-style food manufacturing facility in Sioux Falls, SD, is taking shape — and we’re ramping up hiring for key roles. This is your chance to be part of something from the ground up. We’re building a strong, experienced team ready to bring this new site to life and shape its future together.

Are you passionate about helping people learn, grow, and succeed? Do you thrive in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment where no two days are the same? If so, we’d love to meet you!

We’re looking for a Training Coordinator to be the heartbeat of learning and development at our Sioux Falls, SD facility. In this role, you’ll make sure our teams have the right skills, knowledge, and confidence to meet production goals—safely, efficiently, and on time.

What You Will Do

• Partners with manufacturing leadership to execute and improve training processes that support plant performance, safety, and quality.
• Coordinates and administers facility training programs, including tracking progress, assessments, and ensuring training materials meet site requirements.
• Collaborates with supervisors, labor scheduling, and trainers to review the Skills Matrix, identify skill gaps, and ensure timely training to meet production needs.
• Documents standard work changes, updates training materials, and serves as a resource for managers and employees on training needs.
• Supports New Employee Orientation, evaluates trainer effectiveness, and may facilitate Train‑the‑Trainer sessions.
  
  

What We Look For

• High School Diploma or equivalent. Bachelors degree preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year of related experience. Previous experience in a manufacturing facility preferred
• Sound knowledge on manufacturing practices within a facility.
• Basic understanding of standard work documentation.
• Effective presentation skills with the ability to effectively develop, design, and deliver learning solutions to a wide variety of audiences.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills(both written and verbal).
• Ability to communicate with employees at all levels.
• Strong problem-solving and influencing skills.
• Strong facilitation and organization skills.
• Fully proficient with Microsoft Office Programs including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Ability to quickly learn new software applications.
• Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to handle multiple projects and assignments, able to prioritize and meet budgets, deadlines and achieve objectives.
• Ability to lead cross-functional improvement teams.
• Effective communication, facilitation and problem-solving skills.
  
  

What We Offer

The base salary range for this position is $48,000 to $80,000 annually with eligibility for a 5% annual incentive bonus; that is based on organizational performance. The pay range represents the numerous factors considered in the hiring decisions including, but not limited to education, skills, work experience, certifications, geography, etc. As such, starting pay for the successful candidate(s) could fall anywhere within the stated range.

Beyond base salary, we offer a competitive Total Rewards package designed to support your overall well-being, including comprehensive health benefits, time off programs, and retirement and financial offerings.

CJ Schwan’s and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, disability, veteran status, national origin, or any other protected characteristic. We provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs. For accommodation requests or assistance with the application, please email career.search@schwans.com.