Gehl Foods
Training & Development Specialist
Walterboro, SC
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- Mid level
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- On-site / unstated
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- 26 Sept 2026
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Description
- Now Hiring: Training & Development Specialist
- Shift/Schedule: 1st Shift | 4am - 12:30pm | Flexibility Required Based on Training Needs and Support for 24-hour Operations
- Pay: Base = $25/hour (+ based on experience)
Why join our team?
- Need cash before payday? We’ve got you covered with on demand pay
- Competitive hourly rate
- Quarterly bonuses (based on team achievement and up to 5% of wages)
- Full benefits package – medical, dental, vision & 401(k) match
- Generous PTO & holidays
- Growth opportunities to expand skillsets and enhance career
- Amazing team & culture focused on:
Communication | Community Involvement | Wellness | Employee Activities
Other Benefits & Programs We Offer:
- Full-time & stable hours – no seasonal cuts!
- Referral bonus program
- Tuition reimbursement
- HSA Medical plan option with annual company contribution
- Perks at Work – discounts on shopping, travel & more
- Proven continued business growth for future opportunities
Position Overview
Reporting to the Training & Development Manager, the Training & Development Specialist leads the design, delivery, and continuous improvement of training programs across aseptic food manufacturing facilities in South Carolina and Wisconsin. This role partners with plant leadership to close training gaps, strengthen workforce capability, and drive performance across safety, quality, delivery, cost, and people development. You’ll own training strategy execution, develop engaging content, and build sustainable systems that support operational excellence.
What You’ll Do
- Own and execute training programs across food, bottle, and TetraPak production lines
- Partner with plant leaders to align training with business goals and performance targets
- Develop and maintain training content (SOPs, OPLs, manuals, videos, multimedia tools)
- Create engaging learning experiences for diverse audiences and learning styles
- Analyze training data to identify gaps, reduce waste, and drive continuous improvement
- Build and mentor a network of trainers and future training leaders
- Collaborate with SMEs and HR to enhance onboarding and career development programs
- Maintain training systems, documentation, and standard work processes
- Evaluate training effectiveness through feedback, surveys, and performance metrics
- Ensure compliance with food safety (GFSI), quality standards, GMPs, and safety regulations
- Support cross-site collaboration and share best practices across facilities
- Provide updates and insights to Operations leadership
Requirements
What You’ll Need
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 3–5 years of manufacturing experience (food or regulated environment preferred)
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven mindset
- Experience developing or delivering training programs or materials
- Ability to coach, influence, and mentor teams at all levels
- Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with a strong sense of urgency
- Leadership mindset with a collaborative, team-oriented approach
- Willingness to travel 10-15% across company locations (SC, WI, CA)
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