Supervisor, Learning & Development - Technical Training

Within our state-of-the art 500+ person Greeley, CO manufacturing facility, we are seeking a Learning & Development Supervisor - Technical Training (Production Operations) to join our Continuous Improvement team. Will you turn your passion for training into impact by directly contributing to the professional development of our future production leaders?  

At Leprino Foods, starting compensation for this role typically ranges between $83,000 and $98,000. This position has an annual target bonus of 10%.

• Program and process owner for production and support department technical training in the Greeley plant.  Ensures that employees are provided the correct technical training curriculum to be competent in their role.  

• Provides direction to Plant Technical Training Team to support production departments with training resources such as one-point lessons, process review and development, and on the job training. 

• Partners with the Corporate Technical Training Team to ensure alignment on the development process and structure of a Standard Work PSOP validation and replication for the plant.   

• Works closely with plant management to develop technical training curriculum when new processes are installed or changes made that affect an employee’s job duties. 

• Coordinate, direct, and validate technical training of all exempt and non-exempt employees in relation to mandatory job skill requirements.  

• Assist in the writing of technical position standard operating procedures, job training progress reports, and/or position specific training.  

• Delivers training programs focused on addressing high‐impact Train the Trainer development courses. Lead re-certification process. Manages OJT roster and sustains program annually.  Teaches and facilitates classes. 

• Accurately maintain all training records and the plant level learning management system.  

• Be humble, inquisitive, patient, collaborative, tenacious, and resilient - the DNA of a Leprino employee.  

You Have At Least (Required Qualifications):  

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Business, or related field; or a degree which supports a manufacturing environment in the food industry such as Food Science, or similar type program.  

• 5+ years of progressive experience in a manufacturing operation or relevant experience 

• 1+ year of experience leading, mentoring, and/or delegating work to others 

• Technically sound in Technical Training fundamentals and best practices and the application of them in manufacturing operations. 

• Demonstrated ability to design, develop, implement, and conduct technical training for all levels of the organization.  

• Proficient computer knowledge, including Microsoft Office products, and the development of training media using media development software.  

We Hope You Also Have (Preferred Qualifications): 

• Experience in the manufacturing of food products preferably in the dairy industry.  

• Knowledge and ability to manage and train continuous improvement processes such as Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, etc.  

• Aptitude for understanding technical processes including mechanical, chemical, and microbiology, and ability to incorporate process knowledge into effective technical training.  

At Leprino, we believe in equal employment opportunity and make employment decisions based on each individual’s unique talents, experience, skills, and knowledge; we do not discriminate on the basis of any personal characteristics. We know we are better together and are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive culture in which all employees can thrive.

Offering You In Return: 

A chance to be part of a global team of individuals passionate about producing and delivering high-quality products that help feed and nourish families around the world. Leprino Foods could not be where it is today without our incredible employees. That is why we share in our success together by rewarding you for your hard work. Hiring great people who are in it for the long run is our goal. Through competitive salaries and bonuses, life, medical/dental/vision coverage, voluntary benefits, employee assistance programs, wellness incentives, tuition assistance, vacation, nine paid holidays, sick time, paid parental leave, annual merit increases, as well as the LFC Profit-Sharing & 401(k) plan. Your impact will be noticed and rewarded, as you seek to further our company, our customers, and one another. 

Our Story:  

Leprino Foods’ history dates back over 65 years, when Jim Leprino first started making small batches of mozzarella for local markets and eateries in the Little Italy neighborhood of Denver. We’ve grown a bit since then. Today, Leprino is the world’s largest manufacturer of mozzarella and lactose, and a leading producer of whey protein. Still owned by Jim and the Leprino family, our sights are set to be the “World’s Best Dairy Food and Ingredient Company.” To help us achieve that bold vision, we’re looking for our secret ingredient: You. A motivated team member who is the best at what you do. Three people in a small corner grocery store in the early 1950s have now grown to almost 5,000 employees throughout 16 global locations. Will you join us on our journey?