Training Coordinator

We have a great opportunity for a Training Coordinator at Agri-Mark in Middlebury, VT. This is a brand-new position within this plant & company. Position will be days, however, could require some flexibility to check in with different operators on different shifts.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the development, facilitation, & implementation of various training programs to ensure safe, consistent and quality operation of various manufacturing equipment & processes by new & veteran employees.
• Assist with workforce development programs & skill progression.
• Support CI initiatives related to safety, quality & productivity by creating & implementing the change management process and/or procedural documentation (Flows, JBS’s, etc.) resulting from Corrective and/or Preventative Actions.
• Work with operations leaders to standardize processes reducing variability & ensuring consistent execution. This will include developing & updating training materials, SOPs, work instructions, & visual aids.
• Coordinate onboarding for employees beginning new positions & work with HR, EHS & QA to support orientation training for new hires, including safety, GMPs, food safety, and job-specific.
• Maintain training schedules for all shifts, including overnight and weekend operations.
• Work with leaders to assess and track training completion, certifications, and refresher requirements.
• Audit training materials to ensure processes are being followed by all employees.
• Support compliance with food safety regulations (FSMA, GMPs, HACCP, SQF/BRC as applicable). Partner with QA & EHS to ensure training aligns with regulatory & audit requirements.
• Assist during internal and external audits by providing training records and support.
• Support cross-training and job qualification processes for production, packaging, sanitation, maintenance, and warehouse roles.
• Work with supervisors to identify training gaps and develop corrective training plans.
• Facilitate classroom, hands-on, and on-the-job training sessions.
• Monitor training effectiveness and recommend improvements.
• All other duties as assigned.

Self-starter with ability to interact well with employees at all levels within the company as well as outside entities. Ability to design and teach training programs both on the floor and in a classroom environment.  Ability to adapt to changing organizational and operational needs while also helping to lead others through change. Ability to influence without direct authority.

High school diploma or GED required. Associate or bachelor's degree or equivalent experience and education preferred. 2+ years of experience in training, HR, operations, quality, or safety within a manufacturing environment (food manufacturing strongly preferred). 

Our support of employee growth includes promoting from within, training and tuition reimbursement.  Full-time team members enjoy access to a comprehensive health insurance package, competitive salary and a 401k with company match!

10 paid holidays & 128 hours of PTO (vacation/sick) to start.

Average Compensation: $24.82-$29.00/hour

Agri-Mark is an equal opportunity employer. The company is committed to the fundamental principle of equal opportunity and equal treatment for every qualified prospective and current employee. The company does not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race (including traits historically associated with race including hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, genetic information, sex (including pregnancy or pregnancy-related conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, place of birth, crime victim status, age, physical or mental disability, a positive result from an HIV-related blood test, military or veteran status,  or any other classification protected under applicable federal and/or state law.
Agri-Mark complies with all federal, state, and local laws and regulations.

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