Position Title: Learning and Development Manager

Position Type: Regular - Full-Time

Requisition ID: 45104

In every role, McCainers are ambitious, curious, and passionate about creating exceptional work experiences - together. With a customer-first mindset, we make doing business with McCain easy.

About the role.

The Learning and Development Manager leads the training function at our Plover Appetizer facility, partnering closely with site leadership to identify learning needs and build capabilities that support manufacturing excellence and the site strategy. This role is responsible for developing, implementing, and continuously improving learning programs across technical training, safety and food safety, onboarding, Train-the-Trainer, and process management. The Learning and Development Manager will also lead and develop Training Facilitators while building a culture of knowledge sharing and self-sufficient teams.

What you’ll be doing.

Conduct skills assessments and analyze learning needs to develop training programs and materials that address capability gaps and support site priorities.
Develop and implement training and development standards and key performance indicators (KPIs) that measure effectiveness and advance the site's vision of self-sufficient teams.
Ensure training materials, curricula, and learning resources remain current, accurate, and relevant to operational needs.
Track and evaluate the effectiveness of training programs, using results and feedback to drive continuous improvement.
Maintain appropriate documentation of employee attendance and performance for mandatory training.
Build internal subject matter expertise through Train-the-Trainer programs that strengthen knowledge transfer and expand internal training capabilities.
Support the introduction of innovative technologies by coordinating training plans and schedules aligned with facility needs.
Provide guidance and indirect leadership to site and department training leaders while supervising and directing Training Facilitator activities.
Coach and develop Training Facilitators and others responsible for delivering training across the operation.
Lead the implementation and ongoing effectiveness of onboarding and early-development programs for new employees throughout orientation and the probationary period.

What you’ll need to be successful.

Bachelor’s degree in Education, Human Resources, Business, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in food manufacturing or a related field.
Strong knowledge of learning and development practices, instructional methods, and continuous curriculum development, including the design, revision, and implementation of technical and ownership-skills training materials.
Demonstrated ability to facilitate learning through multiple delivery methods, including online, classroom, hands-on, virtual, and on-the-job training.
Strong presentation, group facilitation, and public-speaking skills, with the confidence to influence, consult, and partner effectively with diverse audiences.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across multiple organizational levels.
Demonstrated ability to build trust, credibility, and productive relationships with peers, team members, and leaders.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
Ability to professionally represent McCain's mission and values and adhere to the McCain Code of Conduct.

About McCain.

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Leadership principles.

At McCain, our leadership principles guide how we engage with customers, collaborate as a team, and achieve success. We focus on understanding customer needs, driving innovation, empowering people, and taking ownership to clear obstacles and deliver results.

AI & Digital Capabilities.

At McCain, AI and digital capabilities are part of how we work and innovate. We value curiosity toward emerging technologies and the thoughtful, responsible use of AI-enabled tools to improve outcomes as part of our future-ready culture.

The McCain experience.

We are McCain. This statement is a testament to our collective strength and our individual value. Your contributions play a vital role in our success. Our winning culture is rooted in authenticity and trust, empowering us to bring out the best in one another. Here, you’ll find opportunities to learn, grow, and thrive. Join us and experience why we’re better together.

Our purpose is grounded in building meaningful relationships. We’re big believers in the power of working together in person—it helps us stay connected, collaborate more effectively, and grow as a team. At the same time, we recognize the importance of flexibility. Most office-based roles follow a hybrid model, with the option to work remotely two days a week. There may be exceptions depending on the role and location, so we encourage you to speak with your recruiter for more details.

Compensation Package: $81,600.00 - $108,900.00 . USD annually + Bonus eligibility

The above reflects the target compensation range for the position at the time of posting. Hiring compensation will be determined based on experience, skill set, education and training, and other organizational needs. This posting is for an existing vacancy.

Benefits: At McCain, we’re on a mission to create a winning culture that puts employee safety and well-being at the heart of what we do, every day. We understand and appreciate that each person’s needs are unique and ensure our benefits & well-being programs reflect that. Employees are eligible for the following benefits: health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription drug), retirement savings benefits, and leave support including medical, family and bereavement. Well-being programs include vacation and holidays, company-supported volunteering time, and mental health resources. Coverages are aligned with applicable law and can vary by work level, location, and nature of the role. Additional benefit detail available during the application process.

Your well-being matters to us, and we’re here to provide you with the necessary resources to support you in being your best self at work — and at home.

McCain Foods is an equal opportunity employer. As a global family-owned company, we strive to be the employer of choice in the diverse communities around the world in which we live and work. We recognize that inclusion drives our creativity, resilience, and success and makes our business stronger. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

McCain is an accessible employer. If you require an accommodation throughout the recruitment process (including alternate formats of materials or accessible meeting rooms), please let us know and we will work with you to find appropriate solutions.

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Job Family: Manufacturing
Location(s): US - United States of America : Wisconsin : Plover

Company: McCain Foods USA, Inc.

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