Training Manager
First seen by Alion on Sep 29, 2026.
Sazerac Company Overview
Over 450 of the world’s most extraordinary brands are part of the Sazerac family, including BuzzBallz, Buffalo Trace, Eagle Rare, Fireball, Svedka, Western Son Vodka and more. We’re proud to create spirits, cocktails, and experiences for every taste and occasion for people across the globe. Sazerac Company takes pride in fostering a vibrant culture of innovation, craftsmanship, and excellence across our distilleries and operations worldwide.
Job Description/Responsibilities
Northwest Ordinance Distillery (NOD) is seeking an experienced Training Manager to lead learning and development initiatives within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for building and managing training programs that support employee development, operational excellence, and regulatory compliance. The Training Manager will partner closely with operations leadership to identify skill gaps, develop structured learning programs, and foster a culture of accountability, growth, and continuous improvement across the organization.
What You’ll Do
- Develop and implement training programs that support operational performance, compliance, and employee development
- Create and maintain structured training matrices, onboarding programs, and frontline development plans
- Manage the Learning Management System (LMS), track training completion, and monitor training effectiveness metrics
- Facilitate leadership development, skills training, and workforce development initiatives across manufacturing teams
- Partner with operations leadership to identify skill gaps and align training programs with business goals
Qualifications/Requirements
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred
- 7+ years of experience in training, learning and development, or workforce development
- Strong understanding of adult learning principles, instructional design, and training delivery methods
- Excellent communication, presentation, organizational, and project management skills
Preferred:
- Experience working in manufacturing, production, or CPG environments
- Experience with Alchemy LMS or similar learning management systems
- Bilingual in English and Spanish and/or certifications in training or instructional design
Culture and Benefits
Sazerac offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, 401K, paid time off, and more. These benefits may vary depending on location and work type. Learn more about how we support our employees here.
The annual salary range for this role is $96,000 to $120,000 yearly. Final compensation will be based on relevant experience, qualifications, geographic location, and internal pay equity considerations.
Sazerac is committed to equality of opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, veteran status, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability or any other legally protected status.
What’s Next:
After you apply, a recruiter will review your application and reach out to qualified candidates. Selected candidates will follow our interview process, which may include a phone screen, hiring manager interview, and panel interviews with business leaders. There may be additional steps or assessments throughout the process dependent on the position. Applicants who are not selected to move through the process, at any stage, will be notified via email.