Training Supervisor

At Kruger Family Industries, parent company of Penda Corporation and TriEnda Holdings, our passion is to bring great products to life through an exceptional area of thermoformed solutions. We are the North America leader in heavy gauge thermoformed plastics. We are committed to delivering highly engineered, high quality material handling products and automotive accessories that reduce the weight and cost of traditional composite, fiberglass, wood and metal products, making this an opportunity to work in an innovative environment during an exciting growth phase.

Summary

The Training Supervisor is responsible for the development, administration, and supervision

of company training programs. This role works cross-functionally with all departments to

ensure training materials and plans meet the needs of both new hires and tenured

associates. In addition to coordinating training initiatives, the Training Supervisor supervises

training staff and oversees the implementation of training strategies to ensure consistency,

effectiveness, and compliance.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Collaborates with hiring managers and department leaders to design and implement training plans tailored to departmental needs
• Coordinates training processes and procedures for all levels of the organization, ensuring consistency and alignment with company goals
• Supervises training staff, including technical trainers, assigning responsibilities, providing guidance, and conducting performance evaluations
• Oversees class scheduling and the development of training calendars in collaboration with department heads
• Administers training materials, courses, and learning plans within the LMS
• Ensures all training records, documentation, and certifications are accurate, up to date, and compliant with regulatory standards
• Partners with the Talent Acquisition team to integrate training plans into onboarding workflows for a seamless new hire experience
• Leads training-related continuous improvement initiatives, identifying areas for enhancement and implementing changes
• Coordinates and conducts in-person and virtual training sessions for employees at all levels
• Stays current on industry and quality certification standards and ensures company training programs meet or exceed them
• Provides support to associates using the LMS, troubleshooting issues and assisting with course navigation
• Enforces company branding and formatting standards across all training materials
• Evaluates and recommends tools and technologies to enhance training efforts
• Provides leadership and mentorship to training staff, fostering professional growth and a culture of continuous learning
• Serves as a backup for other HR functions as needed

Supervisory Responsibilities

Manages one to ten employees. Is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of this team. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Qualification Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university; three+ years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Leadership experience desired
• HR related certification desired (SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, SPHR, etc).
• Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office required and intermediate to advanced skills using HRIS highly preferred

Language Skills

Fluency in English is required. Bilingual in Spanish is desired. The ability to read, analyze, and interpret documents and the ability to effectively present information to all levels of employees including top management in a variety of settings is required.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described in this section are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The majority of time will be spent in the office area; however, the employee will spend time in the production areas.

The production area temperatures can fluctuate significantly based on the time of year. The noise levels can be moderate to high. The use of hearing protection and safety eyewear is required while on production floor. The use of additional specific safety equipment may be required. The noise level in the office is usually quiet. The noise level in production is usually moderate.

Work Availablity And Travel

Must have the ability to work all shift schedules, periodic overtime and be available for periodic weekend work.

Travel requirements: 10%

***Don't meet every single requirement? KFI is dedicated to building a diverse, well-rounded team and appreciate authentic backgrounds and experiences.. so if you think you'd be a good fit for what you just read, but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification listed, we encourage you to apply anyways! We are always willing to train those who are motivated to learn and you may be just the right candidate for a position with our growing company!***

KFI is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

This is a direct-hire opportunity with KFI. KFI is interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. However, we are not able to sponsor visas.