Work Shift:
Day
Pay Type:
Salary
Hourly Rate (if applicable):
N/A
Targeted Base Salary Range (if applicable):
$83,600.00 - $108,400.00The Manufacturing Learning & Development Business Partner is responsible for leading site training and development programs that build workforce capability, support operational excellence, and drive employee engagement within a manufacturing environment. Partnering closely with site leadership and cross-functional teams, this role develops and executes training initiatives that align with key business objectives, including safety, quality, service, productivity, and talent development. Leveraging a strong understanding of manufacturing operations, the position identifies capability gaps, implements learning solutions, and drives continuous improvement through effective technical, operational, and compliance training programs.
This role is responsible for maintaining training systems, compliance requirements, and workforce readiness reporting to ensure employees possess the skills and certifications needed for success. The Manufacturing Learning & Development Business Partner also leads Site Learning and Development Specialists, coaches trainers and subject matter experts, and collaborates with operations, quality, safety, engineering, and HR teams to maintain effective, compliant, and business-aligned training programs that support both organizational performance and employee growth.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
ESSENTIAL JOB FUCNTIONS
Partner with site and functional leadership to develop teams and execute a comprehensive learning and development strategy aligned with business objectives, identify and prioritize operational needs, and workforce capability needs.
Lead the design, governance, and continuous improvement of enterprise training programs, ensuring standardized learning methodologies, consistent content delivery, and scalable development solutions across sites and functions.
Drive workforce capability and performance through the integration of adult learning principles, operational excellence practices, and continuous improvement methodologies.
Oversee learning technologies, training analytics, compliance reporting, and performance metrics, providing leadership with actionable insights on training effectiveness, workforce readiness, and organizational development outcomes.
Establish and maintain training governance frameworks, certification programs, and skills development pathways that support operational excellence, technical competency, regulatory compliance, and succession planning.
Supervise, coach, and develop hourly Site Learning and Development Specialists to ensure effective execution of learning, technical training, and compliance initiatives while promoting a culture of continuous learning and high performance.
Oversee daily workforce administration for direct reports, including timecard approvals, attendance management, vacation scheduling, and staffing coordination to ensure business continuity and compliance with company policies.
Provide training, support, and reporting related to the Learning Management System (LMS) and other training technologies, including presenting training progress, compliance metrics, and program outcomes to site leadership teams
Monitor, measure, and evaluate learning program effectiveness through data-driven analysis, stakeholder feedback, and operational performance indicators, ensuring all training records are accurately documented and readily accessible for reporting and audit purposes
Evaluate Site Learning and Development Specialists' performance and overall program effectiveness using facilitation best practices tostrengthen workforce capability, support organizational objectives, and address site-specific training needs.
Manage learning-related budgets, resources, and external partnerships to maximize the return on training investments while supporting long-term talent development objectives
Foster a culture of learning and continuous improvement by advancing innovative development solutions, knowledge-sharing practices, and leadership growth opportunities across the organization.
Develop and maintains role-specific training content using LMS knowledge modules and Training Within Industry (TWI)methodology, partnering with Safety, Quality, and other functional teams to ensure consistency, accuracy, and the delivery of required refresher training.
Oversee development and certification for technical roles, including electrical, mechanical, automation positions, leveraging external training partners and supporting internal talent pipelines while defining role-based training requirements, managing associated budgets, and tracking performance against established goals
Drive effective delivery of training and development programs through facilitation best practices that build workforce capability and support organizational objectives
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned. This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions and does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s degree in business, Education, HR, OD, Psychology, or a similar related discipline or eight (8) years of training or learning & development experience in manufacturing, operational fields in lieu of degree.
Five (5) years of training and learning experience in manufacturing, industrial, operational, or related fields as a learning & development practitioner.
Two (2) years of leadership experience in manufacturing, industrial, operational, or related field
Experience facilitating training by communicating effectively through active listening, direct communication, and feedback surrounding site training needs
Demonstrated experience analyzing training needs, identifying performance gaps and root causes, and recommending solutions to achieve desired performance outcomes.
Understanding of technical competencies through training and/or experience to provide perspective about prerequisites and adjacent projects to enhancelearning objectives
Project management skills and ability to facilitate organizing and managing multiple priorities and/or projects.
Experience coordinating learning and development activities withinenterprise organization; perform training administrative tasks in a Learning Management System (LMS).
Travel regularly between Sacramento, Modesto, and Turlock locations to partner with local Learning and Development Specialists, support workforce development initiatives, facilitate training programs, and ensure consistent execution of learning and development strategies across the Manufacturing sites. Travel up to 25%
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing methodologies and experience in one or more of the following areas: operations, food processing, quality systems, food safety, sanitation, workplace safety, or consumer packaged goods (CPG) environments.
Strong business acumen with the ability to align operational and people strategies to business objectives
Expert knowledge and application of established L&D methodologies, instructional design models, and adult learning practices.
Proficient in developing multimedia training materials, including digital learning content, instructional videos, and visual learning assets utilizing video and photo editing software.
Work Environment
This is a standard manufacturing environment with exposure to noise, dust, hazardous materials, and heavy machinery in varying work and weather conditions. You may be required to occasionally climb stairs and/or ladders.
Blue Diamond Growers is an Equal Opportunity and E-Verify Employer
EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability
WHY BLUE DIAMOND?
In addition to working at the world’s largest, state-of-the-art almond manufacturer, we offer a safe and collaborative team environment, with numerous opportunities for free training and career advancement. Check out the BDG Benefits, Health & Wellness Guide HERE
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Blue Diamond Growers is on a global mission to share the benefits of almonds with the world.
Blue Diamond Growers is the world's largest almond processing and marketing company. We are the world’s leading almond brand, and we’re focused on building markets and creating new products to deliver the benefits of almonds to the world. Made up of more than 3,000 growers, we’re cooperatively owned by half of the state's almond growers who produce over 80 percent of the world almond supply.
The California almond crop is marketed to all 50 states and more than 90 foreign countries, making almonds California's largest food export, the sixth largest U.S. food export and the #1 specialty crop in America. We keep that market-leading position by remaining strategically ahead of the curve, with continual innovations in our award-winning processing plants and information technology systems that have grown by leaps and bounds to support global growth.
Our biggest point of differentiation, though, is our people. Through cooperation and teamwork, we, the Almond People as we’re affectionately known, deliver the best-tasting, highest-value almonds and almond products in the world.
This is an exciting time at Blue Diamond where every team member can showcase their talents and contribute in new and innovative ways to drive accomplishments. The opportunity is here for each of us to step up, take our futures in hand and find new ways to achieve at Blue Diamond. We’re building on our strengths, learning as we go, trusting one another and realizing unprecedented levels of success.
Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
