Training Specialist

About Kerry

Kerry is the world's leading taste and nutrition company for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. Every day we partner with customers to create healthier, tastier and more sustainable products that are consumed by billions of people across the world. Our vision is to be our customers' most valued partner, creating a world of sustainable nutrition. A career with Kerry offers you an opportunity to shape the future of food while providing you opportunities to explore and grow in a truly global environment.

The Training Specialist is responsible for designing, delivering, and evaluating training programs that support operational excellence, compliance, and employee development for the Byesville, OH facility. This role ensures that all training initiatives align with Kerry’s standards, regulatory requirements, and continuous improvement goals.

• Delivery & Facilitation of various training programs.
• Create any training resources needed, including work instructions and Alchemy content.
• Identify training needs and opportunities throughout Kerry Byesville.
• Conduct classroom and on-the-job training sessions.
• Support and embrace CI (Continuous Improvement) culture and methodology.
• Follow compliance & standards.
• Assist in developing, implementing, and promoting the skills matrix program.
• Ensure training meets Kerry SOPs, HSE guidelines, and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain audit-ready documentation for all training activities.
• Ensure timely re-certification for mandatory programs (e.g., HSE, WHMIS, forklift).
• Track training effectiveness and adjust programs based on feedback.
• Maintain accurate records in the Learning Management System (LMS).
• Ability to collaborate with all departments.
• Partner with HR, department managers, and PMO to align training with business needs.
• Support onboarding and career development programs.
• Any other task assigned by the Department Manager or the Plant Director.

• Education:
  Bachelor’s degree in HR, Training, or related field or equivalent relevant experience
• Experience: 3+ years in training, teaching or in learning & development, preferably in manufacturing or food industry.

• Strong facilitation and presentation skills.
• Organizational and time-management skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office and LMS platforms.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing needs.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.

The pay range for this position is $64,479 - $105,272 in Annual Salary. Kerry typically does not hire an individual at the top or near the top of the range, as we are a pay-for-performance company, and this range is set to continue to reward performance annually while in role. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.

The specific compensation offered to a candidate within the above range may be influenced by a variety of factors including skills, qualifications, experience, and internal equity. In addition, this position is also eligible to earn a performance-based incentive compensation. Kerry offers a competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, a 401(k) plan with employee and company contribution opportunities, Employee Share Plan, Life, disability, and accident insurance, and tuition reimbursement.

This job posting is anticipated to expire on 12/31/2025.

Kerry is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for employees and applicants. We prohibit discrimination based on race, religion, color, sex, pregnancy, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, military service, veteran status or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. This commitment applies to all employment practices, including recruitment, hiring, promotions, training, and career development.

Kerry also takes affirmative action to ensure that minorities, women, disabled veterans, and other protected groups are introduced into our workforce and considered for promotional opportunities.

Ready to make an impact? Apply today and help us deliver better food for a better world.