Plant Training Coordinator

Stamford, CT

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Join the Stamford – Spartech Team!

In Stamford, Spartech manufactures acrylic sheets that are used in the aerospace as well as in security (bullet-resistance), displays, acrylic furniture and laser protection amongst other applications. Our products can be seen in many airplanes, fighter jet canopies, helicopters, in the banks for protection at the teller windows, tanning beds, etc.. We have a unique process that utilizes technology, as well as the skills and knowledge of our employees, to make quality products. We strive to supply the highest quality acrylic sheet with the best possible service.

We are currently looking for a Plant Training Coordinator to join our leadership team in Stamford, CT. If you meet the qualifications and want to make a difference in a fast-paced environment with a company large enough to offer you room to grow but not so large you become “just a number”, and who has a large focus on safety and success, Spartech might be the ideal company for you!

General Summary and Essential Duties & Responsibilities

The Plant Training Coordinator is responsible for training, development, and retention for new manufacturing hires entering the Company and continuing education of hourly production associates. The Plant Training Coordinator will develop and implement annual learning plans for ongoing training needs, and work with the Sr. HR Manager and Plant Leadership Team to identify specific training gaps. Training and development directly impact retention of team members at the facility, therefore the Plant Training Coordinator must be innovative and creative in the role for process improvement and be a representative of the One Spartech culture.

Requirements

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Ownership of all formalization of new hire training. Create annual plant training, working with Sr. HR Manager and Plant Leadership Team to find a solution to training needs without adverse impact to operations.

• Develop a written training program that includes:

• Individual coursework per position and operator class
• Quantified Evaluations for certification of each position
• Sustainment training for all positions

• Train all new incoming production talent.
• Manage new hire orientation and floor trainers, including all onboarding programs.
• Improve current development and retention programs. Continued talent development of existing talent.

• Develop a career progression path for Operators through the classifications.

• Safety, Efficiency/Proficiency, Quality

• Work with the Plant EH&S Manager.
• Work with the Quality Manager and quality team.
• Work closely with the Sr. HR Manager and Plant Leadership Team to establish special training topics such as:

• New Product/New Equipment training
• Special / Non-Standard product training

• Share in L2L administration duties.
• Must understand and have a “One Spartech” mindset to positively enhance the company culture.
• Must Understand and communicate our culture of respectful communication in everything we do.
• Develop and promote positive working relationships with all Team Members, Supervisors & Management.
• All other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• 3-5 years management experience with direct reports.
• Open to continuing education, as is deemed necessary by senior leadership.
• Required manufacturing experience, prefer plastics industry experience.
• Organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to present ideas, concepts, issues, concerns, and questions in a well thought out, positive, and professional manner.
• Ability to foster an atmosphere of teamwork and respect.
• Functional with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Able to work productively and independently.
• Clear communication skills – verbally and in written form.
• Ability to coach and develop others into becoming better employees.
• Leadership skills, such as but not limited to conflict resolution, encouraging others and inspiring excellent work.
• Ability to take direction humbly and collaborate to define and pursue team goals.
• A positive outlook and attitude in taking initiative and problem solving, unprompted.

Benefits

• We offer competitive salary, incentive, and benefit programs. - Most Benefits Start Day One!
• Benefits include:
• Medical, Dental, & Vision.
• Company paid life and long-term and short-term disability programs.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• 401(k) with a strong matching program.
• 120 hours Paid Time Off (pro-rated based on hire date).
• 11 paid holidays.
• Spartech LLC headquartered in Maryland Heights, Missouri is a leading manufacturing organization in the Custom Sheet & Roll Stock and Packaging markets with over a dozen locations throughout the United States. We have a broad customer base with extensive product offerings and technologies. Many of our materials are used in products you might see every day - for example, if you start your morning with a single serve yogurt, the container you ate from may be made from one of Spartech's products or the refrigerator where the yogurt was stored could have Spartech products in its interior features. More unique uses of our products can be seen in military or security applications, for example in fighter jet canopies or bullet resistant windows. From routine daily-life to life-saving applications - we make a difference. Our broad scope of products and services keep our environment interesting and challenging with a culture focused on success.
  
• Spartech, LLC provides equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status, or other legally protected classification in the state in which a person is seeking employment. Spartech will use E-Verify to ensure employment eligibility of newly hired employees where required.