Training Specialist

Training Specialist Irving Tissue is proud to offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including but not limited to: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance effective 1st of the month following start date 401K with 5% company match eligible on the 1st of the month 30 days following your start date Health & Wellness Reimbursement Employee & Family Assistance Program Product Purchase Program Opportunities to take part in job related training and development Growth and progression opportunities within Irving Tissue and the larger network of the J.D. Irving group of companies Relocation costs (if applicable) Responsibilities Reporting to the Human Resources Manager, the Training Specialist will support the site's initiative to develop and maintain training and development programs that align with the Irving Values and the Leadership direction at the Macon Tissue Site. This role is instrumental in building and maintaining the depth of knowledge at the site. The Training Specialist will work closely with department leadership to help promote a positive employee experience through the development and execution of departmental and site training plans. The Training Specialist will remain in contact with Corporate Training Leaders/Directors to ensure the Macon site is always aligned with other businesses within JDI. Responsibilities include: Be an integral part in the development and maintenance of a comprehensive training plan for the site. Maintain and own the Macon Irving's Learning Management System (LMS) [Convergence, MyHR Learning, Percipo Skillsoft). Including but not limited to uploading and updating content, reporting and tracking. Manage Universal Site Training Schedule (Safety, Maintenance, Paper Mill, Converting, Logistics) Organize Leadership Training for Front Line Leaders (Scheduling, program coordination, tracking and documentation) Ensure proper onboarding for new employees to the site and employees that transfer departments. Coordinate trainings with Department Specific Trainers and Continuous improvement Department Work as a liaison between the floor and leadership to understand and act upon training needs of the site and departments Be and advocate for change management during training plans and events. Be an advocate for the business and live by the Values. Other duties within the department as required. Qualifications Minimum: High School Diploma and 35 years of experience in a manufacturing environment with a strong training-focused or industrial skillsdevelopment component. An understanding of the Manufacturing process is a plus. Must understand adult learning techniques and have a demonstrated history in previous work history About the Team At Irving Tissue, we know the key to success is our people. We are a leading manufacturer of premium quality tissue products including national brands Royale in Canada and Scotties in the US - and private label. We pride ourselves in our commitment to providing the best quality products and exceptional service to our consumers and customers. Our parent company - J.D. Irving, Limited, is a responsible steward of the forests. J.D. Irving has planted more than 1 billion trees since 1957, and the Irving Forest Supply Chain, which includes Irving Tissue, was declared carbon neutral for the first time in 2020 and each full year since. About Us Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) has operations in Canada and the United States and are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions. We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities. Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply. We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Job Info Job Identification 8122, Human Resources, Full time, Day shift, 1897 Allen Road, Macon, GA, 31216, US

Created: 2026-03-05