Learning & Development Specialist

It’s an exciting time to be part of _Give & Go_

We’re building our Learning and Development team and looking for a _**Learning & Development Specialist**_.

Reporting to the Learning and Development Manager, you’ll partner across HR and Plant Operations to develop a standardized operational learning approach across multiple sites, build learning plans for our hourly roles, and design and develop the training.

**What You Will Get to Do**:

- Partner with Plant Leaders, Health and Safety, HRBPs and SMEs, to plan, design, develop, implement, and evaluate high quality standardized operational plant training plans, training, and processes to support new hire, annual policy and training refreshers, new line/new equipment training and supervisor skills training
- Develop train-the-trainer processes and plant training sustainment and refresher recommendations
- Facilitate and monitor the SOP documentation process at plants; oversee the SOP Development Tracker at plant sites
- Develop creative and engaging learning content which may include participant guides, job aids, PowerPoint decks, interactive videos, eLearning courses, etc.
- Identify opportunities for continuous improvement of learning program design and delivery related to processes, tools, technologies, and learning analytics Support Learning Management System (LMS) administration for all Give and Go users
- Leverage the LMS to meet the organization’s needs which may include responsibilities such as setting up courses, creating learning paths, running reports, analyzing data, managing rosters, and maximizing the effective use of all aspects of LMS functionality

**Recipe for Success**:

- You’re an experienced instructional designer, learning designer and/or technical communicator who has a passion for front line/operational environments and a knack for breaking things down into clear and easy to follow processes.
- You love the idea of going onto the plant floor, meeting our employees, learning about operations and the manufacturing processes, and being surrounded by the sweet smell of bakery treats.
- You’re a strong problem solver and already have some ideas for how you would approach standardizing learning across multiple plants and roles, and then building it out.
- You’re experienced at assessing needs, and designing simple and clear processes, and training. In other words, if you’re the type of learning designer who sees a 50-page single-spaced training guide and not only feels outrage, but immediately knows what you’d do to build a better learning experience, then we want to hear from you
- Would be great if you knew your way around an LMS or LXP, or other learning platforms used to support operational/frontline training, assessment, and sustainment.
- You’re service-oriented and enjoy making a positive impact on an employee’s learning experience by providing that day-to-day LMS user support
- College or University degree preferred with education in adult learning, technical communication, organizational development, or human resources

**A Few Extra Ingredients**:

- CTDP or Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP)
- Experience creating media clips and visuals to simplify detailed concepts/steps
- Technical writing and/or process mapping/business analysis experience an asset

**What we can offer**_**:_

It’s an exciting time to be part of the Give & Go team as we are growing rapidly and want you to become a part our growth and extraordinarily bright future.

As we grow, we are committed to preserve the parts of our diversity & culture that is unique, people focused and are core to our success at every size. Our values of Quality, Direct Communication and Respect mean something.

Learning and growth; we are working to create an environment where sharing new ideas, experimenting and learning from each other is strongly encouraged.

Competitive Benefits, along with work, life balance

Great people, baking great products, for a great future.
- GNG2_

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Benefits**:

- Company events
- Dental care
- Discounted or free food
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care
- Wellness program

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Morning shift

Supplemental pay types:

- Bonus pay

Work Location: Hybrid remote in ETOBICOKE, ON