Baking Technology and Training Specialist

Baking Technology And Training Specialist

Have you ever enjoyed Arnold, Brownberry or Oroweat bread? A Thomas' English muffin or bagel? Or perhaps snacked on a Sara Lee, Entenmann's or Marinela cake or donut? If the answer is yes, then you know Bimbo Bakeries USA! More than 20,000 associates in bakeries, sales centers, offices and on sales routes work to ensure our consumers have the freshest products at every meal. In addition to competitive pay and benefits, we provide a safe and inclusive work environment that appreciates diversity, promotes development and allows our associates to be their authentic selves. Come join the largest baking company in the world and our family of 20,000 associates nationwide!

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Salary Range: $102,000 - $142,800 Annual Bonus Eligibility Comprehensive Benefits Package Paid Time Off 401k & Company Match

Position Summary

The Baking Technology and Training Specialist plays a key role in supporting excellence and innovation in technical training within BBU. Responsible for supporting training initiatives, developing engaging training materials, and facilitating impactful learning experiences, this position is essential to the success of our organization. Reporting to the Sr. Manager, Baking Technology and Training, the Specialist collaborates closely with cross-functional teams, sister Business Units, and external partners to leverage resources and expertise, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and industry best practices.

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Strategic Training Support: Support technical training programs for Bimbo Bakeries North America. This includes assisting in identifying key areas for skill development, reviewing industry trends, and supporting training initiatives aligned with organizational goals. Help identify training needs within the organization through analysis of performance gaps and employee feedback.
• Training Implementation: Implement various training methods, including workshops, seminars, online courses, and on-the-job training, to accommodate different learning styles and preferences.
• Material Development: Create and develop tailored training plans and materials to address business needs. This involves researching best practices, compiling resources, and designing engaging content to support effective learning. This includes the development of videos, media content, bulletins, instructional material, PowerPoint decks, webinars, and other relevant materials.
• Certified Bakery Master Program: Support the Certified Bakery Master program from nomination and selection of participants to graduation. Assist in implementing a structured curriculum, coordinating logistics, and monitoring participant progress towards certification.
• Facilitation: Lead and support training sessions and workshops for BBU and BC employees, as well as participants in the Certified Bakery Master program. Utilize effective facilitation techniques to ensure active participation and knowledge retention.
• Program Coordination: Coordinate training program activities, including scheduling sessions, securing locations, coordinating instructors, and tracking participant progress. Ensure that training initiatives are executed efficiently and effectively.
• Collaboration and Networking: Collaborate with sister Business Units and external partners to leverage resources and expertise. Work closely and collaborate with the Craft Academy Training Program, maximizing the impact of training efforts and sharing best practices across the organization.
• Evaluation and Continuous Improvement: Support the evaluation of training programs through feedback mechanisms and performance metrics. Continuously seek opportunities to improve training content, delivery methods, and overall effectiveness.
• Compliance: Support compliance of training programs with industry standards and regulations. Maintain high standards of quality and consistency in training delivery to uphold the organization's reputation as the leader in the baking industry.

Key Behavioral Competencies:

• Leadership: Demonstrated ability to influence and support teams, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and excellence in training delivery.
• Communication: Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts in a clear and engaging manner. Excellent presentation and facilitation skills are essential.
• Adaptability: Ability to adapt to changing priorities, business needs, and emerging trends in the baking industry. Flexible approach to problem-solving and decision-making.
• Organizational Skills: Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize tasks effectively, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strategic Thinking: Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and support innovative training solutions that align with organizational goals and industry best practices.
• Collaboration: Strong collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively across departments and with external partners to leverage resources, share knowledge, and drive results.
• Problem-Solving: Proven problem-solving skills with the ability to anticipate challenges, identify root causes, and develop creative solutions to overcome obstacles in training delivery.
• Empathy and Emotional Intelligence: High level of empathy and emotional intelligence, with the ability to understand and respond to the needs of diverse learners and create inclusive learning environments.
• Change Management: Experience in supporting organizational change initiatives, with the ability to effectively communicate change, mitigate resistance, and support adoption of new training programs and methodologies.
• Continuous Learning: Commitment to continuous learning and professional development, staying abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in training and development.
• Integrity: Lives by and promotes the company values
• Flexibility with traveling: This position requires 50-75% of traveling, domestic and international to assist the Craft Academy Training Program.

Education and Work History:

• A bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as Education, Instructional Design, Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, Food Science or a related field is typically required for this position.
• Additional baking education such as AIB residency / correspondence course completion preferred. Advanced degrees or certifications in Training and Development, Adult Learning, or a related field are preferred. Proven baking experience is accepted instead of formal education.
• 3+ years experience in the baking industry is also highly desirable, along with proven experience in instructional design, training facilitation, program coordination, and talent development.
• Proficiency-level computer skills including MS Office applications.
• Bilingual (Spanish) a Plus.

The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be requested to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Bimbo Bakeries USA is an equal opportunity employer with a policy that provides equal employment opportunity for applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, any other classification protected by law. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.