Training Coordinator

Overview

Harnessing the strength in our diversity and industry-leading talent of 40,000 employees across more than 240 global locations, we develop, design, and manufacture innovative products with an eye toward the circular economy. At Berry Global, we believe in the extraordinary power of people and their unique talents, experiences, and perspectives that help shape a shared future of innovation, inspiration, and influence. Every employee at Berry Global has the opportunity to make their mark on our company and the world around us. Together, we champion a people-first culture that cultivates individual growth, diversity, and collaboration, unleashing our collective strengths to forge a path to greater success for our company, people, and planet. For more information, visit our website, or connect with us on LinkedIn.

Responsibilities

SUMMARY

The Training Coordinator coordinates and administers training programs to maximize the potential of employees at the company in accordance with company policies and procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Creates onboarding and training plans for new hires with input from the department managers.
• Follows up to ensure successful integration new hires.
• Confers with managers and supervisors to determine training needs.
• Analyzes training needs.
• Formulates and develops plans, procedures, and programs to meet specific training needs and problems.
• Prepares and presents training materials.
• Schedules training programs and arranges spaces for training.
• Uses training software utilized by company to develop, assign, track, and report on training initiatives.  Examples of software include learning management systems, technical skills training programs, EHS training software, and company-specific training software.
• Ensures set up of rooms, availability of audiovisual equipment, and employee notification.
• Implements and monitors training programs for “Train the Trainer” courses to develop internal trainers for various programs and courses.
• Coordinates with supervisors/managers to schedule employees for training sessions.
• Develops and maintains strong working relationships with department managers and staff.
• Organizes and develops training manuals, reference library, and other educational materials.
• Ensures accessibility to employees.
• Monitors training effectiveness and evaluates feedback.
• Works with HR and impacted departments to ensure the success of apprenticeship program.
• Researches training grant opportunities (applies for grants, maintains grant documentation, tracks training and other data needed for grant attainment, submits documentation, etc.).
• Modifies programs as needed.
• Keeps up to date on new techniques and developments in training.
• Maintains data entry of information into company’s training program software.
• Ensures all training is properly documented, maintained and input into tracking systems.

• Supports and maintains all policies of the company including but not limited to SQF/BRC Standards, Health and Safety Requirements, Continuous Improvement, and standard work procedures.
• Follows and complies with all safety and work rules and regulations. Maintain departmental housekeeping standards.         

Qualifications

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or equivalent required. 
• Training experience strongly preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of learning management systems and/or training programs helpful.

COMMUNICATION SKILLS

• Excellent written and oral communication skills necessary.
• The ability to read, interpret, and create documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals is essential.
• Must be able to create and present effective training presentations to individuals and groups of associates.
• The ability to understand and follow instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form is necessary.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit for long periods, stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk; hear. The employee must occasionally lift and /or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is occasionally exposed to

moving mechanical parts, vibration, dust, and high noise levels.