company information

　　fairlife, LLC is a Chicago-based nutrition company that creates great-tasting, nutrition-rich and dairy products to nourish consumers.

　　With nearly $2B in annual retail sales, fairlife’s portfolio of delicious, lactose-free, real dairy products includes: fairlife® ultra-filtered milk; Core Power® High Protein Shakes, a sports nutrition drink to support post-workout recovery; fairlife® nutrition plan™, a nutrition shake to support the journey to better health.

　　A wholly owned subsidiary of The Coca-Cola company, fairlife, LLC has been recognized by both Fast Company and Nielsen for its industry leading innovation.

　　To learn more about fairlife and its complete line of products, please visit fairlife.com.

　　job purpose:

　　The role of training specialist will support night shift employee’s training and development. The training specialist will work closely with supervisors, certified trainers, and employees to support communication, quality of training, and proper documentation of training. This role will also work with each shift and department to determine gaps and coordinate necessary cross-training. The training specialist will work with the training team in Coopersville to maintain all training records, and support the needs of both departments, trainers and employees.

　　responsibilities:

　　Night shift role that also has the ability to flex schedule as needed to meet training needs across all shifts

　　Support new hires and certified trainers with needs through the new hire training process

　　Coordinate new hire training with supervisors to meet the needs of the shift

　　Coordinate and monitor new hire weekly observations, surveys and feedback with shift supervisors

　　Work closely with certified trainers to conduct training performance evaluations and give feedback and coach for improved performance

　　Track and communicate skill gaps for each department

　　Track new hire work assignments and satisfaction for 60 days after onboarding is completed

　　Work with LMS administrator to track and record all training activities and proficiencies for all departments and maintain accurate reporting and current training skills matrix

　　Coordinates with site and shift leadership to ensure that training programs are delivered, and personnel are qualified to perform the operations for which they have been trained

　　Work with SME’s to determine job specific training curriculum and transform technical information into supporting training materials (SOPs, instructional videos, and other training documents)

　　Coordinate cross-training needs with supervisors and develop individual plans to execute and complete cross-training

　　Conduct department training needs analysis

　　Assess effectiveness of current training, identify gaps, and work with leadership and SME’s to solve training issues

　　Coordinate all trainings internally and with third party vendors

　　Maintain a training calendar and communicate all training events with leadership and employees

　　Assist in onboarding new hires

　　Perform other duties as assigned

　　skills/qualifications required:

　　Mechanical background or strong mechanical aptitude

　　Understanding of mechanical, maintenance, and manufacturing terminology

　　Strong communication tools and the ability to collaborate with SMEs and department leadership

　　Ability to work independently and manage projects and timelines

　　Proactive, adaptable, detail oriented and results driven

　　Strong analytical and critical thinking skills

　　Able to work in a manufacturing setting

　　Understanding of adult learners and learning styles

　　Ability to create learning paths and supporting training materials

　　Proficient in MS Office Suite and above average computer skills

　　Experience with  a Learning management System, eLearning authoring tools (Captivate, Lectora, Articulate, iSpring) and video editing software are a plus

　　working conditions and physical requirements:

　　Time requirement- Nights/split shift

　　Possible 3 hours sitting/3 hours standing/2 hours walking

　　Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

　　Reaching/bending

　　Exposure to hazards (machinery, confined spaces, etc.) - YES

　　Specific atmospheric conditions – AMMONIA/PAA

　　food safety requirements:

　　Notify supervision of any repairs or adjustments that are required that may affect product quality or food safety.

　　Understand, observe, and comply with the handling and usage of the color-coded container policy while in the Production Areas.

　　Perform all duties necessary to meet Company, Customer and/or Government requirements/standards as prioritized by the Company.

　　Ability to initiate action to prevent the occurrence of nonconformities relating to Food Safety and the Quality of the product, processes, quality system, or safety system.

　　Identify and record any problems relating to Food Safety and the Quality of the ingredients, processes, quality system, or safety system.

　　Control further processing or delivery of nonconforming product in terms of Food Safety and Quality issues until the deficiency or unsatisfactory condition has been corrected.

　　In the event of absence, another employee with the same skill level will assume the duties and responsibilities as required.

　　position location: Coopersville, MI

　　reports to: Casey Wilkinson, Training Manager

　　travel requirements: Minimal

　　exempt/nonexempt: exempt

　　fairlife, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. All qualified applicants and employees will be given equal opportunity. Selection decisions are based on job-related factors.

　　In addition to its nondiscrimination commitment, the Company will also provide reasonable accommodation of qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would impose an undue hardship on the Company. If you have a disability and would like to request accommodation in order to apply for a position with us, please email [email protected]