At RDJ Bakeries, we are a well-established leader in the cracker manufacturing industry, recognized across Canada and globally for our exceptional quality products. Our diverse team reflects our commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace where every voice is valued, and our shared passion for excellence and innovation drives everything we do—from our state-of-the-art production processes to our collaborative culture.

Apply now to the Learning & Development Manager position on our growing Human Resources team and be a part of our exciting journey!

Job purpose

The Learning & Development Manager assesses company-wide developmental needs to drive training initiatives and identifies and arranges suitable training solutions for employees. This position actively searches, creatively designs, and implements effective methods to educate, enhance performance and recognize performance.

Duties and Responsibilities

The associate’s primary functions and responsibilities are as follows:

• Identify and assess future and current training needs through job analysis, in consultation with HRs and managers from other departments.
• Draw an overall or individualized training and development plan that addresses needs and expectations.
• Prepare and deliver training modules as per the requirement.
• Contribute to develop a Leadership Training program and a strategy that supports training and development.
• Deploy a wide variety of training methods.
• Track employee performance and progress.
• Conduct effective induction and hands-on training sessions.
• Monitor and evaluate training program’s effectiveness, success, and ROI periodically and report on them.
• Manage training budget.
• Provide opportunities for ongoing development.
• Resolve any specific problems and tailor training programs as necessary.
• Maintain a keen understanding of training trends, developments, and best practices.
• Manage the onboarding records and the training follow up questionnaires.
• Constantly communicate with the team for ongoing projects and new projects.
• Act with integrity and protect sensitive data confidentiality.
• Responsible for daily management and support for the team to achieve operational success.
• Monitor and update the Master Course Catalogue as required.
• Advanced use of Learning Management System.
• Consistently evaluate Succession Plan to ensure training compliance.
• Monitor time and attendance and ensure compliance with Company Procedures.
• Approve the vacation requests.
• Carry out incident, accident and non-conformity investigations and associated reporting and action closure.
• Issue disciplinary action when needed.
• Perform other assigned duties.
• Follow Health and Safety rules and regulations.
• Must follow Good Manufacturing Practices, Food Safety, and Food Defense guidelines.
• Comply with all Company policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as training manager or similar role.
• Track record in designing and executing successful training programs.
• Familiarity with traditional and modern training methods (mentoring, coaching, on-the-job or in classroom training, e-learning, workshops, simulations etc).
• Ability to manage various events company-wide.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to plan, multi-task and manage time effectively.
• Capability to produce reports and presentations for senior leadership when needed.
• Strong writing and record keeping ability for reports and training manuals.
• Expertise in Excel and MS office.
• Strong oral and written communication.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Working conditions

• Always work indoors.
• Compliant with ventilation, cleanliness, space, lighting, and temperature.

Physical requirements

• Sitting involved.
• May repeat the same movement.
• Typing involved.
• Training Involved.
• Research Involved.

What’s in it for you?

At RDJ Bakeries, we truly care about our employees and are committed to their well-being and growth. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

• Prescription/Drug Coverage
• Extended Health Coverage
• Dental Coverage
• Vision Coverage
• AD&D Insurance

Additional perks to support your work-life balance and personal development:

• Work Life Balance
• PTO to Commemorate Your Work Anniversary
• Employee Engagement Events
• Recognition Programs & Employee Awards
• Annual Safety Boot Allowance
• Free ESL Classes
• Onsite Gym
• And Much More!

In compliance with Ontario’s Bill 190, we confirm that this posting represents a current, existing vacancy within our organization.

We are an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with AODA (Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005), RDJ Bakeries LTD will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities. If you require disability-related accommodations, please inform the Human Resources (HR) staff. All personal information is collected under the authority of the Personal Information Protection and Electronics Document Act.

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