Training and Qualification Supervisor

Overview Shearer's Foods, founded in 1974 and headquartered in Massillon, OH, is a leading manufacturer of salty snacks, cookies, and crackers. Specializing in private label and co‑manufacturing, Shearer's is the largest supplier of private brand salty snacks and the second‑largest supplier of private brand cookies and crackers. With a strong focus on innovation, service, quality, and sustainability, Shearer's has been awarded the food industry’s highest award for environmental sustainability, as well as multiple Supplier of the Year awards. Operating 16 locations across North America and employing more than 5,000 team members, Shearer's is driven by its core values of People, Grow, Impact and Win. The company mission is to deliver exceptional products and services that make snacking a time to celebrate for our customers, colleagues, and community. At Shearer's Foods, we believe in a skills‑first approach to recruitment and employment. This means focusing on what you can do and how you can grow, rather than traditional metrics alone. We are committed to adhering to anti‑exclusion practices, removing barriers to access, and enhancing opportunities for all individuals based on merit and potential. Your skills, experience, and perspective are valuable—and we want to empower you to make your mark here with us. Position Training and Qualification Supervisor Fort Worth, Texas Days (in person) The Training and Qualification Supervisor aims to develop our team members and eliminate skill gaps identified through robust qualification processes and insight. In collaboration with the site Operations Manager, Focused Improvement Manager and Enterprise Training and Qualification, this role will be responsible for the development and implementation of training strategies, plans and processes to support organizational goals. Your seat at the table The Training and Qualification Supervisor reports to the Operations Manager and supports a variety of departments. The T&Q Supervisor role requires outstanding written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, including outstanding facilitation of learning and change. A Training Supervisor is expected to be an analytical thinker with organizational and time‑management skills, with the ability to multitask and adapt in a fast‑paced environment. Drive implementation of three base systems: skills, training & certification, and administration at Plant and provide ancillary support as necessary across the network. Analyze and manage the reporting data (Learning Management System (LMS) for online learning and Skills Matrix) and assess performance against set KPIs to validate performance. Responsible for setting the training strategy including Master, 90‑Day and Weekly Plans along with supporting GAP plans. Duties include partnering with a variety of departments in developing, facilitating, and supervising training programs for employees to help advance their skills and improve their performance. Develop training manuals that target tangible results. Implement effective and purposeful training methods, enforcing training timelines and expectations. Manage pay for skill model, qualification and validation of training for submissions to HR. Participate in (required but not limited to) GEMBA, Food Safety Audit Walks and Hold Reviews. Support and drive implementation of Enterprise Training Programs aligned to organizational priorities. Qualify trainers for each job skill who are going to be part of the knowledge transfer in the plant and support technical training as qualified. Qualifications What you bring to the table: Must have 3 years minimum in a technical production role; qualified in more than one processing or skilled production role is preferred. Must be fluid in Excel, Word and have ability to manage LMS programs. Must be able to problem solve, research for data to prove error or improvement, utilize various metric platforms and follow up on findings. Must be self‑motivated. Must be able to work flexible hours. We are a 24/7 facility, so this role will need to be flexible to work on all shifts as needed. Must be able to make action plans against needed or role gaps. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Shearer's Foods