Training And Development Jobs

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

The position works in partnership with plant leadership, Pillar teams and primary TPM teams to develop and execute strong Training and Development (T&D) plans that drive business results. The candidate will support the T&D pillar, manage the Learning Center, and build online learning via Talent Center’s learning management module (LMS). Support upskilling through site skill matrix gap closure, analyzing training needs analysis, and loss-based training and development of hands-on learning standards and models. This is an essential role as the plant seeks to strengthen the skillsets and core competencies of all employees.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Safety & Quality

- Lives the Owens Corning Safety Stand and meets all safety requirements. Safety is a condition of employment. Complies with all plant rules and safety regulations.
- Take personal ownership to work safely and hold other team members to the same high standards of safety.
- Communicates safety concerns and/or equipment problems/abnormalities to appropriate personnel, maintaining strong communication with the appropriate line section operators to ensure immediate action is taken for product out of spec.
- Participates in the safety, quality, autonomous maintenance, TPM and housekeeping programs as established within the plant; including but not limited to Focused Improvement Events, Safety Committee, Training, etc.
- Incorporates Quality fundamentals and customer impact in training materials and processes.

TPM

- Participates and supports plant TPM initiatives for all pillars including completing activities associated with TPM tasks (adheres to CILT standard, 5S).
- Continues to use TPM methodology to gain a better understanding of the equipment.
- Identifies and participates proactively in learning opportunities and develops expertise in those areas.
- Utilizes Focus Improvement tools to problem solve.
- Works to achieve zero injuries, zero defects and zero losses.

Training Administration & Logistics

- Drive implementation of training plans, creating the plans in partnership with the leadership and as prioritized based on losses.
- Support New Hire Orientation.
- Train employees on T&D pillar and processes.
- Initiate, coordinate and drive completion of skills matrices and qualification check sheets as prioritized by AM, FI, PM, and EH&S Pillars.
- Assign content, create content and track training hours in the Learning Management System (LMS).
- Coach employees on the One Point Lessons (OPLs) process and on writing them.
- Develop training materials and guide teams in creating training materials and models.
- Manage the T&D Learning Center.
- Must have experience or be willing to shadow the various machines/roles to gain knowledge of plant processes.
- Support the training and development of colleagues.
- Participates in continuous improvement events.

Organizational Support

- Drive the Management of Change process related to Training Package materials such as Standard Work, Skills Matrices, and Training Plans to ensure proper documentation is used for training when changes occur.
- Explain the training cycle phases and supports master plan updates.
- Track training hours, training center use and other T&D KAIs/KPIs.
- Prepare site and T&D Pillar members for T&D Audits.
- Train employees on T&D process and tools while utilizing dynamic delivery techniques.
- Maintain training records and cross training matrices.
- Follows standard operating procedures and processes.

Communication and Collaboration

- Attend/lead various meetings and huddles, as needed.
- Demonstrate the ability to effectively communicate.
- Demonstrates flexibility to changing priorities as business needs dictate.
- Identifies and participates proactively in learning opportunities and develops expertise in those areas.
- Knows the chain of command to get support and willing to make decisions.
- Regular Attendance on site and the ability to rotate varying shifts for training needs.
- All other duties as assigned or needed.

Job Requirements

Education and Experience

- High School Diploma or GED equivalency.
- Computer proficiency with Word, Excel and PowerPoint is preferred.
- Basic mechanical knowledge and TPM Methodology.
- Previous experience in Continuous Improvement and/or in creating Standard Work.

Preferred:

- Experience Leading T&D program.
- Coaching and training experience.
- Development of training materials (hands-on, video).
- Manufacturing experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

- Proficiently demonstrate math and communication skills.
- Ability to read and understand Technical Manuals and Specification Sheets.
- Solid working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Powerpoint and Word.
- Maintain certifications and skill sets necessary to train employees.
- Ability to facilitate training in various formats.
- Ability to implement and maintain the Learning Management System within Talent Center.
- Must be self-motivated to work independently and in a group, and meet targets.
- Must have strong attention to detail.

Essential Physical Requirements/Work Environment

The employee should possess the ability to:
- Ability to routinely lift up to 40 lbs without assistance.
- Willingness to work flexible hours as needs arise.
- Ability to walk/stand throughout the plant for extended periods.
- Routinely ascend and descend stairs to enter work areas.
- Bending and twisting; repetitive movements.
- Able to do repetitive hand, arm, leg movements for up to 12 hours.
- Must be able to squat, bend at the waist and knees freely.
- Ability to safeguard with Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) – steel toed shoes, ear plugs, eye protection (glasses, goggles, and/or facemask) as necessary for task.
- Operate equipment only when you are trained in its use or are working with or under the direction of a qualified employee, and you are authorized to do so.
- Must remain drug free.
- Exposure to dust/dirt/fumes/fiberglass.
- Industrial manufacturing environment with extreme temperature variation.
- Ability to distinguish colors and shading.
- Ability to become certified to operate a forklift.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.

A review of this position has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents(s) will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, and abilities.

This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.