Training Manager

Description

At PURIS, we're dedicated to cultivating a better food system and making a positive impact. How do we do it? By transforming high-quality, USA-made ingredients into essential components for a wide range of everyday products. From cereals and snacks to protein beverages and beyond, our ingredients are powering a healthier future. This is more than just a job; it's an opportunity to be part of a growing food industry. You'll work with state-of-the-art engineering and work together with your peers to build a better food future.                     

At our Dawson, MN facility, you're at the heart of it all. As the largest pea protein plant in North America, this facility is the backbone of our operations. Here, we take raw materials and transform them into the vital ingredients that end up in countless food products, from those in our kitchens to shelves across the country. If you're someone who loves to solve problems on the fly and has a keen eye for detail, you'll thrive here. Most importantly, your commitment to safety ensures that every team member goes home healthy and safe at the end of each day. We're proud to share that PURIS was awarded Manufacturer of the Year in 2024 by Twin Cities Business Journal, a testament to the hard work and dedication of our teams!                     

Above all else, the Training Manager shall be committed to the Safety of our Team and Products. Thereafter, the Training Manager delivers performance improvement through championing standard process and best practices on People and Food Safety, Standard Work and continuous improvement topics. The Training Manager must be able to establish credibility and deliver high-energy programs through curriculum design/customization and project management that are required to satisfy the needs of a wide range of cultures and working professionals.

Pay Rate/Range:  $59,147 - $73,933

Pay Frequency: Biweekly

Bonus Eligible: Yes

Work Location: Dawson Pea Manufacturing

Travel: None

 The compensation for this role will be based on qualifications, experience, market data, and internal equity. Actual pay may vary due to factors such as location, skills, education, and performance. Pay is determined transparently, using market benchmarks and ensuring internal equity. 

Responsibilities

• Responsible for all aspects of the training program to ensure that training gaps are identified and plans in place to address annual goals and long-term strategy.  
• Consults with department managers in the development of lesson plans required to train site staff on all required training.  
• Responsible for the schedule and successful completion of Production staff training sessions to meet and/or exceed performance expectations in productivity, quality, food safety, sanitation, environmental, regulatory compliance, and SQF through the PURIS Dawson Qualification/Re-Qualification Process.
• Consults with department managers to assess the needs of the organization in identifying plant performance gaps and the collaboration necessary to develop training strategies to close those gaps.
• Responsible for populating learning management software for effective management and tracking of employee onboarding and training/qualification process. 
• Responsible for annual training review to ensure the inclusion of newly developed standard work training into PURIS Safety Training and Qualification Lesson Plans 

Requirements

• Preferably 3–5 years of experience in a manufacturing, industrial, or corporate training environment.
• Excellent facilitator/trainer using adult learning principles, design, create and develop learning solutions to meet learning objectives.
• Experience in food safety, sanitation, and/or food industry environment a plus
• Experience in direct people management associated with a training function, inclusive of instructional design and planning teams a plus
• Proficient at using Learning Management Systems; experience with the Alchemy platform (e-Learning, Coach, and Playbook) required.
• Highly detailed, organized, efficient, and deadline driven on all project and administrative tasks.
• Superior project management skills. 
• Proficient with PowerPoint and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word).

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and reach for extended periods of time
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs regularly, and occasionally more with assistance
• Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination for handling tools and machinery
• Ability to climb stairs and ladders as needed
• Comfortable working in varying temperatures (hot, cold, humid)
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) including gloves, safety glasses, hard hats, hearing protection, and steel-toed boots
• Visual and auditory ability to detect safety hazards and machine malfunctions
• Ability to push, pull, squat, kneel, or twist as needed during shift
• Ability to perform repetitive motions consistently and safely
• May be required to sit or operate forklifts or machinery for extended periods

Benefits:

At PURIS, we’re proud to support our team with a comprehensive benefits package designed to help you thrive both personally and professionally. Starting the first of the month after your hire date, you’ll enjoy access to Medical insurance plans starting as low as $31 per paycheck. We also offer dental and vision coverage, as well as free digital health care for all employees. You will also have access to Life and Short-Term Disability insurance covered for you at 100%, along with flexible health and dependent care spending accounts. Planning for your future? PURIS contributes 50% of every dollar you save, up to 6%, toward your retirement plan. Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with 80 hours of PTO accrued annually, 8 paid holidays, and access to a variety of other free resources at your disposal. Join us, and experience the benefits designed with you in mind!
 

Why Work with Us? 

Career Growth: PURIS offers a dynamic work environment where you can develop your skills and advance your career. We are committed to nurturing talent and providing ample opportunities for professional development and growth within the company. 

Innovative Environment: You'll have the opportunity to work with state-of-the-art engineering and cutting-edge technology. Our dedication to innovation means you'll be part of a forward-thinking team constantly pushing the boundaries of the plant-based food industry. 

Strong Values: We uphold integrity and a global vision for the future. Our company culture is built on collaboration, excellence, and a shared commitment to our mission of creating a better food system. This commitment extends to fostering a workplace where safety is paramount in every operation. 

Commitment to Sustainability: At PURIS, we are deeply dedicated to creating a sustainable future. Our manufacturing processes are designed to minimize environmental impact and promote regenerative agriculture. By joining our team, you'll contribute to a company that values sustainability and is committed to making a positive impact on the planet.
 

INTEGRITY | LEADERSHIP | OPENNESS | GLOBAL VISION | ADAPTABILITY | PARTNERSHIP

No unsolicited agency submittals please. Agency partners must be invited to participate in a search by our Talent Acquisition Team and have signed terms in place prior to any submittal. Resumes submitted directly to any PURIS employee or affiliate will not qualify for fee payment and therefore become the property of PURIS.