Training and Development Specialist Distribution

Department: Distribution Admin Location: Clackamas Description At Pacific Seafood, our mission is to “feed the world with the healthiest protein on the planet.” We are a family-owned, excellence-driven organization committed to being the brand of choice in the marketplace and the employer of choice in the community. We believe in servant leadership, investing in our Team Members’ personal and professional growth, and rewarding performance. We live by the core values of our Diamond Philosophy: Teamwork, Productivity, Quality, and Excellence —which means consistently doing your best and always striving to do better. Summary The Training & Development Specialist supports the Distribution operating company by coordinating and delivering training activities that align with operational priorities, compliance requirements, and the approved training roadmap. This role supports initiatives focused on team member engagement, leadership development and succession planning within Distribution. This role manages the Distribution training calendar, coordinates training logistics and facilitators, and partners closely with the Central Talent & Development team to ensure training is delivered consistently and effectively. Working under general supervision, the Specialist executes moderately complex training initiatives, supports engagement, leadership readiness, and succession efforts, and contributes to the continuous improvement of training processes. This role plays a key part in supporting team member capability and operational effectiveness in alignment with Pacific Seafood’s Diamond Philosophy of Teamwork, Productivity, Quality, and Excellence . Key Responsibilities Primary Responsibilities Training Calendar & Program Coordination: Manage and maintain the Distribution training calendar, ensuring alignment with operational priorities, compliance requirements, and the approved training roadmap. This includes our fundamental leadership training and development tools, Team Blue, Supervisory Basics and MDP. Coordinate and schedule training sessions, including logistics, communications, materials, and tracking of attendance and completion. KPIs: ≥ 90% onetime completion for required Distribution training programs KPIs: ≥ 80% of participants demonstrate knowledge gain based on post training assessments KPIs: 100% of assigned training materials reviewed and updated on schedule KPIs: Ontime support of engagement and succession initiatives per approved timelines KPIs: ≥ 95% on time deployment of T&D supported Distribution training programs Training Delivery & Facilitation: Deliver and/or cofacilitate instructor led, virtual, and blended training sessions as assigned. Select appropriate training tools, methodologies, and delivery mechanisms based on training objectives, audience, and operational environment. Training Content & Materials Management: Create, update, and maintain training materials, job descriptions, job aids, and documentation to support consistent, high quality training delivery. Ensure training content aligns with company policies, legal requirements, and best practices to support compliance and risk management. Engagement, Development & Succession Support: Support the rollout of initiatives focused on team member engagement, leadership development, and succession planning within Distribution. Partner with HR Business Partners and leaders to support onboarding, leadership development, and ongoing training initiatives. Training Partnership: Serve as the primary point of contact for Distribution training activities. Partner with the Central Talent & Development (T&D) team to ensure Distribution receives high quality, timely training support aligned to companywide standards. Ensure programs are deployed in ways that promote Teamwork, enhance Quality, and support operational Excellence. Secondary Responsibilities Compliance & Continuous Improvement: Assist with the rollout and tracking of mandatory training programs in our LMS (PSU) to ensure timely completion and compliance. Provide coaching, guidance, or informal mentoring to facilitators, trainers, or team members as needed. Contribute to the continuous improvement of training processes, tools, and programs to enhance quality, consistency, and productivity. Subject Matter Expert (SME) & Training Effectiveness Coordination: Coordinate and support subject matter experts (SMEs), guest trainers, and internal leaders in the delivery of training programs. Assess training effectiveness using evaluations, knowledge checks, observation, and performance metrics; recommend improvements based on results. Training Metrics and Reporting: Maintain and update training records, dashboards and metrics to ensure accurate, timely reporting and visibility into program performance. Utilize PSU as system of record for all training and development. Additional responsibilities may be assigned as deemed necessary to support the overall goals and objectives of the position. Required Bachelor’s degree from a 4-year college or university, majoring in HR, business, or a related field. Minimum of three years related in training and development work. Preferred PHR/SHRM, APTD/ CPTD certification Master’s degree from an accredited institution in a related field. Physical Requirements The Physical Demands Described Here Are Representative Of Those That Must Be Met By a Team Member To Successfully Perform The Essential Functions Of This Job. While Performing The Duties Of This Job, The Team Member: Sedentary work, walking and standing are required only occasionally. Reaching. Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction. Fingering. Picking, pinching, typing or otherwise working, primarily with fingers rather than with the whole hand as in handling. Talking. Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word. Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important spoken instructions to other workers accurately, loudly, or quickly. Hearing. Perceiving the nature of sounds at normal speaking levels with or without correction. Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication, and to make the discriminations in sound. Close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading. Repetitive motion. Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers. Occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Working Conditions Office, as well as warehouse environment. Moderate noise level in the work environment. Plant exposure to wet, cold, and/or humid temperatures. Standard office equipment and heavy machinery. Benefits Health insurance benefits options, including medical, prescription, vision, dental, basic group life and short term disability. Flexible spending accounts for health flex and dependent care expenses 401(k) Retirement Plan options with generous annual company profit sharing match Paid time off for all regular FT team members, to include sick days, holiday pay, vacation, and personal time Employee Assistance Program- Confidential professional counseling, financial, and legal assistance provided at no charge to Team Members and immediate family members Product purchase program Pacific Seafood is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Pacific Seafood