Training Supervisor - Fixed Plant Operations

Training Supervisor - Fixed Plant Operations

• Work for a global organization recognized for safety and performance
• Contribute to the success of Rio Tinto by applying your technical and professional expertise – Boron, California
• For California based roles the expected salary is $92,240 - $126,830

About the role

The Training Supervisor role is a key resource for developing, promoting, delivering, and implementing training initiatives and programs at Boron Operations. This role actively participates in activities related to various training programs, as well as organizes, conducts, and delivers training programs for competency-based employee development, departmental orientations, MSHA and OSHA compliance, and competency-based on-the-job trainings.

The ideal candidate will have the unique ability to (a) create and administer a technical training program from beginning to end, (b) competence and confidence as a leader of the electrical training, and (c) the ability to define training opportunities and recommend solutions for improvement.

Accountabilities include:

• Map out annual training plans for Operations Management.
• Deliver employee training and instruction.
• Develop competency assessments and assess employees to those competencies.
• Design, develop, and manage training programs (outsourced and/or in-house).
• Select appropriate training methods or activities (e.g. simulations, mentoring, classroom, on-the-job training, and/or professional development courses).
• Market available training to employees and provide necessary information about scheduled training courses, including the planning and booking of employees into these courses.
• Assist in planning and delivery of technical, professional, and compliance training. Examples include Equipment-Specific, MSHA Annual Refresher and OSHA Compliance, as well as RTMS Element 6 compliance and Professional Development trainings.
• Conduct Training Needs Analysis and identify skills or knowledge gaps that need to be addressed, including recurring and expiring qualifications.
• Build courses using proper Instructional Design techniques.
• Use known education principles and stay up-to-date on new training methods and techniques.
• Design, prepare and order educational aids and materials.
• Assess instructional effectiveness and determine the impact of training on employee skills, competencies, and KPIs.
• Gather feedback from trainers and trainees after each educational session.
• Partner with internal stakeholders and liaise with experts regarding instructional Design.
• Maintain updated curriculum database and training records.
• Coordinate vendor-delivered trainings.
• Manage and maintain in-house training facilities and equipment.
• Research and recommend new training methods.

What you’ll bring

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Knowledge of Federal and State safety and health requirements (MSHA/OSHA).
• Experience working in an Industrial Process Plant environment.
• Excellent written, verbal, and public speaking communication skills.
• MSHA, Surface Unlimited Instructor Card is desirable, but will train employees for certification.
• Training in Instructional Design and Needs Analysis is beneficial. Knowledge and application of Critical Resource Management Program is desirable
• Experience with training and development programs.
• Hands-on experience coordinating multiple training events in an industrial setting.
• Extensive knowledge of instructional design theory and implementation.
• Knowledge of Learning Management Systems.
• Experience with the ADDIE Training Cycle (Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation, Evaluation).
• Understanding of competency-based training.
• Required to possess the MSHA Surface Unlimited Instructor certification.
• Familiarity with traditional and modern job training methods and techniques.
• Experience with e-learning platforms.
• Ability to effectively deliver training to individuals and groups.
• Proficiency in MS Office, e-learning development programs, and audio/video production.
• Advanced organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple assignments.
• Detail oriented with strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strength in public speaking with the ability to connect with learners.

What we offer

Be recognized for your contribution, your thinking and your hard work, and go home knowing you’ve helped people improve their skills and abilities.

We are a diverse team of talented, enthusiastic individuals who foster a culture of inclusion. No matter how they may differ, our people share one thing in common. Its belief that work is more rewarding when we are accepted and valued for our differences, not judged by them. We all have something to contribute, and it’s this contribution that makes for a great organization and fulfilling career.

Here is just a glimpse of our rewards package:

• A competitive starting wage with opportunity for growth and career progression
• Career development & education assistance to further your ambitions
• Access top tier family-friendly health and medical programs
• Generous 401k matching program and IPP
• Attractive company share ownership plan (up to 50% company match)
• Leave for all moments that matter in life (vacation/annual, 18 weeks paid parental leave for primary care giver short term sick leave, paid holidays)
• Relocation assistance

Where you will be working

For nearly 150 years, Rio Tinto has been a company of pioneers – generations of people spanning the globe, all with the grit and vision to produce materials essential to human progress.

Our iron ore has shaped skylines from Shanghai to Sydney. Our aluminium – the world’s first to be certified “responsible” – helps planes fly and makes cars lighter. Our copper helps wind turbines power cities and our boron helps feed the world and explore the universe. Our diamonds help us celebrate the best parts of life.

Also known for its 20 Mule Team Borax brand, Rio Tinto Borates traces its roots to California’s Death Valley, where borate deposits were discovered in 1872. The twenty-mule teams Borax used to haul ore out of the remote desert live on as a symbol of our commitment to innovation. Rio Tinto Borates distinguishes itself through world-class

About Rio Tinto

Rio Tinto is a leading global mining and materials company. We operate in 35 countries where we produce iron ore, copper, aluminium, critical minerals, and other materials needed for the global energy transition and for people, communities, and nations to thrive.

We have been mining for 150 years and operate with knowledge built up across generations and continents. Our purpose is finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs – striving for innovation and continuous improvement to produce materials with low emissions and to the right environmental, social and governance standards. But we can’t do it on our own, so we’re focused on creating partnerships to solve problems, create win-win situations and meet opportunities.

Respect and Inclusion

Rio Tinto is committed to equal employment opportunity. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

We are committed to an inclusive environment where people feel safe, respected and valued. We want our people to feel that all voices are heard and that a variety of perspectives are not only welcome but are essential to our success. We treat all our people fairly and with dignity.

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