TRAINING MANAGER
IDENAU, LIMBE
Posted 2 years ago
The Idenau operation is a state-of-the-art water bottling facility along with a full water distribution center. The site operation function on the foundational principles of TPM (Total Productive Maintenance); principles of Lean manufacturing and Six Sigma; and the power of High-Performance Teams. All associates at the Idenau site will have specific accountability and ownership to the site operations and to their respective functional business operation. The site run on state-of-the-art enterprise information technology systems and manufacturing execution systems; and with highly automated processing equipment, packaging equipment, and material movement equipment; and very standardized lean processes. This position will be responsible for the employee training and development functions for the Manufacturing and Distribution sites.
Training Manager
As a direct report to the Site Director, the Training Manager provides site leadership in employee training and development. You will be responsible for the sites training strategy and plan for all employees, partnering with all department leaders to define and align on needs tools and resources for the site training and development. Employee training and development begin at New Hire Orientation process through career development, continuous education, and training.
Position Responsibilities:
- Educate and support implementation of Education and Training tools and practices: standard work OPL’s, Master Document lists, training matrixes and other training tools
- Update Leadership training and development tracking as necessary using a master training matrix
- Develop and train trainers on an audit process to validate training effectiveness
- Train and coach employees on facilitating and participating in Business Unit meetings and TPM Training Starpoint Pillar positions to ensure confidence and success
- Facilitate and Coach leadership and HPT training to all employees
- Develop and support long term training strategy and plans
- Partner with OEM’s, outside resources, and contractors to develop training curriculum and implementation plans.
- Develop self as well as others to support organizational readiness
- Act as a liaison for “Best Practice” communication across sites
- Provide support, feedback and consistent communication with Production, Distribution, support functions, and Management, including our internal and external partners
- Audit area training boards on a weekly basis for pertinent information, such as weekly training schedules, updates, etc.
- Be able to manage projects and work in a cross-functional team
- Assist with training for policies, procedures, ergonomic standards, compliance policies, and safety requirements.
Requirements /Qualifications:
- 3 years of previous training and development experience within a high speed/complex manufacturing facility; with proven work experience training employees in a highly technical process, including aspects surrounding safety & quality practices, equipment operation, troubleshooting/root cause analysis and equipment care/maintenance.
- Proven knowledge and demonstrated work experience in the fundamentals of TPM processes.
- Project Management preferred
- Strong computer skills, specifically Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint);
- CPTM certificate preferred
- Travel as needed (Domestic and/or International)
Keys to success in this role include skills, knowledge, and behaviors in the following areas:
- Confidence, integrity, and an autonomous mindset with the ability to work independently and strive to win, even in challenging environments
- Ability to comprehend and follow work instructions and calibrate instrumentation
- Team-player attitude with well-developed interpersonal skills and comfort in a cross-functional, multi-cultural environment.
- Mechanical orientation with the ability to solve problems and implement change
- Strong communication and writing skills and ability to conduct root-cause analysis and implement corrections
Company Overview & EEO Statement
American Beverage Company Sarl, is a leading beverage company in Cameroon with headquarters in Idenau, Limbe, with a projected annual revenue in excess of 2.5 billion CFA, ABC is on track to hold leadership positions in premium mineral water in Cameroon.
The Company maintains a formidable distribution network that enables its portfolio of more than 1500 owned, licensed and partners eager to make its brands available nearly everywhere people shop and consume beverages.
We crafted an unrivaled and solid benefits for you: We value our people and they are the heart of our business, which is why we offer robust benefits to support your health and wellness as well as your personal and financial well-being. We also provide employee programs designed to enhance your professional growth and development while ensuring you feel valued, inspired, and appreciated at work.
American Beverage Company Sarl, (ABC) is an equal opportunity employer and affirmatively seeks diversity in its workforce. ABC recruits qualified applicants and advances in employment its employees without regard to religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, ethnic or national origin, marital status, or any other status protected by law EOE.
Additional Requirements:
Each Candidates must be able to successfully pass a drug and background screen.
