Manufacturing Training Manager

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.

The construction of fairlife's manufacturing facility in Webster, NY is underway. This state-of-the-art, 750k sq ft, greenfield plant is expected to be operational in late 2025 and will lay the foundation for fairlife's next phase of growth as the leading dairy nutrition provider. While coupling the industry’s latest technologies and fairlife's operational excellence to build this world-class facility, fairlife plans to hire 250 new employees and bring in approximately 5 million lbs. of milk a day, with room to grow over the coming years.

job purpose: The Manufacturing Training Manager plays a crucial role in ensuring that employees receive the necessary training to excel in their roles within a manufacturing environment. They will develop, coordinate and drive the training and onboarding program for the new fairlife Plant in Webster NY. Reporting to both HR and Operations, the training manager will work closely with fairlife key stakeholders and equipment suppliers to evaluate training gaps and needs and develop training solutions for the site.

responsibilities:

Gain alignment with senior leadership to develop onboarding plans for new leaders and technical roles.

Conduct thorough assessments to identify training needs and skill gaps within the manufacturing workforce and provide training solutions.

Implement necessary systems to organize training records, materials and standards.

Lead training workstream routine working closely with project team and equipment suppliers on coordinating technical training resources and training plans through commissioning and start up.

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.

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

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

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

Assess training program effectiveness, manage training budgets, and stay updated on training trends to ensure the organization’s training initiatives are aligned with business goals and employee development needs.

skills/qualifications required:

Bachelor’s Degree in related field required

7+ years of progressive experience developing and deploying training programs in a manufacturing environment.

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

Familiarity with traditional and modern training methods within a manufacturing environment (mentoring, coaching, on-the-job or in classroom training, e-learning, workshops, simulations etc)

Understanding of adult learners and learning styles

Ability to flex schedule as needed to meet training needs across all shifts

Ability to create learning paths and supporting training materials

Proficient in MS Office Suite

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- 40 hrs/ability to flex shift as needed

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.)

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: Webster, NY

reports to: Chief HR Officer and VP, Manufacturing Operations

travel requirements: minimal

exempt/nonexempt: exempt

*Base pay offered may vary depending on geography, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. A full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position, is offered.

Base pay range:

$100,000—$110,000 USD

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 .