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Together, we’re reimagining the future of water.\nWe feel proud every day about what we do. We're all part of the same crucial mission, no matter what function we support -- it's to provide safe, clean water for the world, and to protect our planet's most valuable resource.\nWhat we do:\nFor 150 years, Watts has built best-in-class products that are trusted by customers in residential and commercial settings across the world. We are at the forefront of innovation, working with cutting-edge technology to provide smart and connected, sustainable water solutions for the future. Watts is a leading brand with a quality reputation - and we have a dynamic future ahead.\nScope of Position\nThe Onboarding & Development Supervisor leads workforce development, onboarding, training compliance, and employee skill development across manufacturing operations. This role partners with Operations, Safety, Quality, Engineering, Human Resources, and site leadership to ensure employees are trained, qualified, and equipped to perform their jobs safely and effectively.\nReporting to the Continuous Improvement Manager, the Supervisor oversees training programs, Training Coordinators, Lead Trainers, and training systems while driving employee development, operational excellence, compliance, and continuous improvement. This position is onsite in Franklin, NH.\nPrimary Job Duties and Responsibilities\nLead the site's training and workforce development strategy to ensure employee capability, operational readiness, and alignment with business objectives.\nDirect and oversee onboarding, certification, qualification, and recurring training programs across all departments and shifts.\nProvide leadership, coaching, and performance oversight to Lead Trainers, Trainers, and Buddies, ensuring consistent execution of training standards and expectations.\nEstablish, maintain, and govern training systems, qualification processes, skills matrices, and compliance documentation to support operational and regulatory requirements.\nAnalyze workforce capability data, identify organizational skill gaps, and develop action plans to improve employee proficiency, productivity, and retention.\nPartner with Operations, Safety, Quality, Engineering, and Human Resources leaders to develop training strategies that support production goals, quality performance, safety initiatives, and succession planning.\nEvaluate training effectiveness through performance metrics, audits, observations, skills assessments, and operational results, implementing corrective actions as needed.\nDrive cross-training and workforce flexibility initiatives to improve labor utilization, business continuity, and organizational capability.\nLead continuous improvement efforts related to training systems, onboarding processes, knowledge transfer, and employee development programs.\nOversee compliance with OSHA, ISO, company policies, customer requirements, and training-related audit standards.\nDevelop and maintain training KPIs, dashboards, and management reports, providing leadership with insights on workforce readiness, competency levels, and training effectiveness.\nServe as the site's subject matter expert for training, employee development, and competency management processes.\nSupport talent development, career progression, and succession planning initiatives to build organizational bench strength and internal promotion pipelines.\nPartner with educational institutions, workforce development organizations, and industry partners to establish and maintain apprenticeship, internship, and developmental learning opportunities.\nManage training, apprenticeship, and workforce development projects and initiatives, ensuring timely execution, resource alignment, and achievement of organizational objectives.\nFoster a culture of continuous learning, accountability, safety, and operational excellence throughout the facility.\nRequired Qualifications\nAssociate degree in Human Resources, Training & Development, Education, Operations, Business, or related field.\n3+ years of experience in training, manufacturing, operations, HR, or workforce development.\nPrevious leadership, supervisory, or Lead Trainer experience preferred.\nStrong communication, coaching, facilitation, and organizational skills.\nProficiency in Microsoft Office applications.\nAbility to manage multiple priorities and collaborate across departments.\nPreferred Qualifications\nBachelor's degree in a related field.\nManufacturing training and development experience.\nKnowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, Standard Work, and Continuous Improvement.\nFamiliarity with OSHA, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and compliance requirements.\nExperience with Learning Management Systems (LMS) and training metrics.\nGeneral Applicable Company Competencies\nCommitment to Watts’ values of integrity, accountability, continuous improvement and innovation, and transparency. \nPunctuality and dependability. \nAbility to be flexible and adapt to changing work priorities and stressful conditions. \nAdherence to all personnel policies, procedures, and standards of process as implemented by Watts. \nMaintain productive and collaborative relationships with other Watts employees. \nAdherence to Watts’ seven cultural beliefs: Growth Mindset, Customer-Focused Innovation, Constant Communication, Clear Goals, Collaborate Globally, Be Inclusive, and Take Action. \nWorking Conditions\nWhile performing the job duties, you will be working on-site in a manufacturing facility. You will be required to work at the Company’s location in Franklin, NH. Your scheduled work hours will be communicated to you by your manager.\nPhysical Requirements - Specific physical abilities required for this position include, but are not limited to:\nAbility to stand for long periods of time.\nAbility to lift and carry up to 25 pounds.\nAbility to push and pull up to 25 pounds.\nAbility to physically move around manufacturing floor.\nAbility to read documents and communicate clearly with management and cowrkers.\nAbility to wear personal protective equipment, which may include, but is not limited to, safety shoes, hearing protection, and safety glasses.\nNothing in this job description restricts Watts’ right to assign or reassign duties, responsibilities, and working hours/conditions to this position at any time. This position is “at will,” which means that either the employee or Watts may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without notice, and for any lawful reason.\n#LIOnsite\nWatts in it for you:\nPlease note that the followingbenefits apply only to permanent roles and do not apply to internship roles.\nCompetitive compensation based on your skills, qualifications and experience\nComprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits\nFamily building benefits, including paid maternity/paternity leave\n10 paid holidays and Paid Time Off\nContinued professional development opportunities and educational reimbursement\nAdditional perks such as fitness reimbursements and employee discount programs\nLearn more about our benefit offerings here: https://tapintowattsbenefits.com/\nHow we work:\nAt Watts, our culture is team-oriented and supportive. Employees here genuinely care about the quality of their work, and about each other. Our people are the heart of who we are and contribute to our longevity and continued success.\nAnd this is a place where you can have a big career. No matter your role, there are opportunities for learning and development, and your daily contributions make a meaningful impact on the lives of people who use our products and on the future of water.\nWatts is committed to equal employment opportunity. We follow a policy of administering all employment decisions and personnel actions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, national origin, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, genetic disposition or carrier status, marital status, military or veteran status, minorities, or any other category protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Consistent with the obligations of state and federal law, Watts will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. 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