Training and Development Manager

Under the direction of the Director of Human Resources, the Training and Development Manager is responsible for actively developing, managing, and monitoring company-wide training programs including, but not limited to: training courses, Learning Management Systems (LMS), and training materials for new hires and tenured employees. This position identifies company-wide developmental needs to drive training initiatives and arranges suitable training solutions to support company objectives and priorities. This position ensures alignment with strategic business objectives and maintains high quality standards in instructional design and development for all methods of program delivery.

OrePac Building Products seeks dynamic individuals who exemplify excellence in quality, trust, value, and service. Our ideal candidate for this position has a passion for fostering growth and a strong background in instructional design and adult learning principles.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS PACKAGE:

• Competitive compensation, D.O.E. opportunities for quarterly/annual performance bonuses based on branch/company/employee performance annual reviews with opportunities for pay increases based on employee performance.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance up to 70% paid by OrePac.
• FREE Informed Health Line and Health Advocates.

• Health Spending Account (HSA) available with up to $1,000 annual OrePac contribution.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) available.
• FREE Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• FREE life and Long-Term Disability (LTD) insurance.
• Short-Term Disability (STD) insurance available.
• Accident, Hospital Indemnity, and Critical Illness plans available.
• 401K with up to 3.5% OrePac contribution.
• Paid time off (PTO) as specified above.
• Paid sick time as specified above.
• 7 paid holidays annually.
• FREE gym membership.
• Employee discount.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Establish and implement the training department’s vision and objectives to align with company goals, including a timeline of training content and programs to be developed and assigned annually.
• Responsible for leveraging LMS and other course authoring tools to design, implement, and facilitate training, including instructor-led virtual training, eLearning, and instruction content/videos.
• Oversee and conduct regular assessments to identify training needs and performance gaps. Collaborate with branch and department leaders to identify training needs and skills gaps and lead the creation of comprehensive training programs tailored to each department across the company.
• Responsible for continued development and management of onboarding programs for new employees in all positions and ongoing professional development for existing staff (Leadership Development Program (LDP) and Program for Optimizing Potential (POP)).
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of training programs through feedback, performance metrics, and continuous improvement activities.
• Responsible for maintaining detailed and organized records of training activities and outcomes for the workforce. Ensure compliance training records are kept up to date and current. Oversee the recurrence of required training programs to ensure compliance with local city, state, and federal laws and regulations (OSHA, Cal OSHA, EEOC, DOL, etc.).
• Manage all third-party contracts for external learning content. Ensure competitive and up-to-date content is available in company LMS.

• Stay current with industry trends, best practices, and new technologies in training and development. Responsible for regularly updating training content to reflect current information, industry trends, product offerings, processes, and company policies.
• Act as a coach and mentor to employees to support their career development goals. Promote a culture of continuous learning and professional growth within the organization.

REQUIRED SKILLS:

• Ability to travel 3-5 days per quarter.
• Excellent presentation and written and verbal communication skills. Ability to speak effectively in front of groups of people consisting of customers, employees, and/or members of leadership.
• Demonstrated attention to detail, experience with authoring tools and development and creation of training content.
• Knowledge and experience with oversight and maintenance of LMS.
• Great organization skills with an eye for detail and the ability to make decisions that are in line with OrePac standards.
• Demonstrated capability to develop strong interpersonal working relationships. Ability to perform as a team player and interact with all levels of management and support personnel.
• Ability to analyze data to measure learning outcomes and program effectiveness.
• Effective coaching, management, and employee development skills.
• Creative with the ability to bring new ideas while balancing the need to listen to stakeholders.
• Strong customer service orientation.
• A professional demeanor in representing the organization, and generally be friendly and confident.
• Excellent problem-solving and multitasking skills.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment with the ability to re-prioritize throughout the day while maintaining a positive attitude.
• Ability to work independently with moderate supervision.
• Commitment to and demonstration of high ethical standards governing professional behavior and interactions.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook etc.).

REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in any field or 3-5 years of experience in a training and development, education, or similar role.
• Any combination of education, training, or experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position will be accepted in place of the education and/or experience requirements listed for this role.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Regularly required to see, talk, and hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, the ability to adjust focus, and peripheral vision.
• Ability to lift files, open filing cabinets, and bend or stand on a stool as necessary.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• This position operates in a professional office environment.
• This position routinely uses standard office equipment such as laptop computers, photocopiers, and smartphones.
• The work environment is generally quiet.
• This position travels 3-5 days per quarter.

DRESS CODE:

• All employees are expected to wear clothing appropriate for the nature of OrePac business and the type of work being performed. Clothing should be neat, clean, and tasteful.

SAFETY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Report all incidents and accidents to one’s immediate supervisor immediately or within 24 hours.
• Maintain the work area in a safe and healthful condition.
• Report, and whenever possible correct, unsafe working conditions to branch leadership.
• Operate vehicles while in the course of employment in a safe and lawful manner.
• Provide assistance to reduce or eliminate workplace hazards.

• Comply with company drug testing policies and procedures.
• Comply with company Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) policies. OrePac will provide required PPE to employees.

OREPAC HISTORY & CULTURE:

At OrePac we value trust, integrity, and a dedication to excellence. That commitment can be found in the services we offer, the quality of the products we provide, and the way we treat our employees and customers. This dedication to our markets has enabled us to make a positive impact on the shelter industry and the communities we serve.

Our vision is to create trusted partnerships by providing quality products and maintaining strong relationships through unmatched service, operations, and logistics. Our mission: Make Complicated Simple™.

LEGAL STATEMENTS:

This job description is not intended to contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.

Regularly scheduled workdays, hours, and shifts are described above. Shift availability may vary. Hours may need to be extended or adjusted at any time, with or without notice, to meet the needs of the organization.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The required skills, education, experience, and physical demands listed above are representative of the minimum knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required to perform the essential functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The work environment characteristics described above are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

OrePac supports a safe and drug-free workplace. OrePac may administer a pre-employment background check and/or drug-screen, as well as random and/or reasonable suspicion drug-screens during employment.

Employees are required to perform safety duties and responsibilities in accordance with acceptable and safe work procedures. OrePac’s safety policy requires the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in designated safety-sensitive areas while on OrePac property. OrePac employees who handle or deliver OrePac products while not on OrePac property are required to adhere to OrePac’s safety policy and use the required PPE necessary for their specific role.

The dress code described above is representative of what an employee must wear while performing the duties of this position. Individual branches may issue more specific guidelines than what is outlined below. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with religious beliefs, observances, or practices related to the dress code.

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