Training Specialist

Job Description

What We Offer

• Flexible medical, dental, and vision plan


• Employee & family assistance program


• RRSP matching program


• Health & Wellness reimbursements


• Product purchase program


• Opportunities to take part in job-related training and development


• Relocation cost (if applicable)

Job Description

Reporting directly to the Manager of Human Resources, the Training Specialist will be accountable for developing and maintaining a sustainable training system centered around Our Values for all employees at the Irving Tissue Dieppe site.

This position will oversee the development and utilization of training materials, curriculum, skill assessments, and training tracking systems. This role is instrumental in promoting and sustaining the Irving Culture at the site and key for production performance. The Training Specialist will work closely with department leadership to help promote a positive employee experience through the development and execution of departmental training plans.

The Training Specialist will remain in contact with Corporate Training Leaders/Directors to ensure the Dieppe site is always aligned with other businesses within JDI.

Responsibilities

• Develop training materials and curriculum.


• Utilize technology to deliver effective and organized training experience to all employees.


• Facilitate the scheduling and planning for training needs across departments in collaboration with Departmental Training Lead (including ERT requirements).


• Support in scheduling on‑site external training requirements for on‑the‑job, equipment, Health & Safety, etc.


• Research new technology and new ways to learn. Work with other sites and organizational leaders to share and facilitate new ways of learning.


• Continually research methods and techniques in workplace training and remain up‑to‑date on developments within the industry and competitors.


• Facilitate training for employees when new equipment is installed. Handle gathering and organization of materials, including information from factory acceptance testing, from the OEM to reduce the startup curve of new equipment on site.

Qualifications

• Post Secondary Certification/Diploma


• 3–5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment with a strong training‑focused or industrial skills‑development component.


• An understanding of the manufacturing process is a plus.


• Must understand adult learning techniques and have a demonstrated track record of applying these techniques in previous work history.

About Us

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) has operations in Canada and the United States and are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.

We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.

We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

About The Team

At Irving Tissue, we know the key to success is our people.

We are a leading manufacturer of premium quality tissue products – including national brands Royale® in Canada and Scotties® in the US - and private label.

We pride ourselves in our commitment to providing the best quality products and exceptional service to our consumers and customers.

Our parent company - J.D. Irving, Limited, is a responsible steward of the forests. J.D. Irving has planted more than 1 billion trees since 1957, and the Irving Forest Supply Chain, which includes Irving Tissue, was declared carbon neutral for the first time in 2020 and each full year since.