Training Specialist – Safety & L&D

Training Specialist – Safety & L&D

SUMMARY:

Designs, delivers, and maintains safety training (approximately 75%) and learning and development/HR training (approximately 25%) for Viaflex and CLI locations. Delivers training in person and virtually, reinforces safe work practices on the production floor, and leads sensitive conversations with team members and leaders to support a safe, compliant, and respectful workplace.

SCHEDULE: 

Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. with flexibility to deliver night shift training (night shifts start at 6 p.m.) as needed.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Safety Training (approximately 75%)

Designs, develops, and updates safety training materials, including presentations, job aids, assessments, and hands-on demonstrations.

Delivers new hire safety orientation and recurring safety training, such as lockout/tagout, hazard communication, PPE, powered industrial trucks, and emergency preparedness, in person and virtually.

Conducts floor observations and safety walks; coaches team members on safe work practices and addresses unsafe behaviors and safety rule violations directly and consistently.

Partners with the Sr. Safety Manager on incident investigations, root cause findings, and the training actions that follow.

Maintains accurate training records, certifications, and competency documentation in accordance with Viaflex procedures, OSHA requirements, and ISO standards.

Tracks training completion and compliance across locations; follows up with supervisors on overdue or required training.

Supports safety committees, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Learning & Development / HR Training (approximately 25%)

Develops and delivers supervisor and team member training on topics such as progressive discipline, reasonable accommodation, harassment, and company policies.

Supports new hire orientation and onboarding programs in partnership with the Learning & Development Partner.

Evaluates training effectiveness through feedback and assessments and recommends program improvements.

All Areas

Travels between Sioux Falls, Brandon, and Madison locations to deliver training; coordinates virtual sessions for remote audiences when necessary.

Maintains a clean and safe work area; follows established safety and ergonomic standards.

Demonstrates the Viaflex Team Member Values in daily actions.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor’s degree in occupational safety, education, or a related field preferred. 3+ years of experience in safety, training, or EHS, preferably in a manufacturing environment, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Train-the-trainer certifications (e.g., forklift) are helpful.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

Confident, engaging presenter able to train groups and individuals in person and virtually. Ability to design adult learning content and build effective training materials. Working knowledge of OSHA general industry standards. Ability to handle sensitive and confidential conversations with tact and discretion. Willingness to address safety concerns directly and hold others accountable. Strong organizational and recordkeeping skills. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and virtual meeting platforms; LMS experience helpful. Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS:

Physical Requirements: Required to sit, stand, walk, bend, and reach for extended periods, including on the production floor. Must be able to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Working Conditions: Split between office, training room, and production environments, including exposure to noise, fumes, moving machinery, and varied temperatures; required to wear PPE in production areas. Valid driver’s license required.

LEADERSHIP & MANAGEMENT

Position reports to: Sr. Safety Manager

Position reports to: Learning & Development Partner (dotted line, L&D/HR training)

This position has no direct reports.

BENEFITS TO YOU:

Not all benefits are created equal, but we have got you covered. Viaflex not only offers a wide range of benefits that encourage wellness and preventative care, but we also provide the right tools and programs to help you achieve it.  Our benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, company-paid life and disability insurance and 401k.   We offer workplace flexibility policies to promote work/life balance in addition to paid time off (PTO) benefits.  Team Members can also take advantage of additional benefit programs such as education assistance, our onsite fitness center or fitness center reimbursement, employee assistance program (EAP) and much more.

EEOC STATEMENT:

Viaflex is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, citizenship, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.