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Advanced Drainage Systems, Inc. Regional Training Support Specialist in MADERA, California
Advanced Drainage Systems EEO Statement: Advanced Drainage Systems is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Regional Training Support Specialist US-CA-Madera Job ID:2026-20553 Type:Regular Full-Time # of Openings:1 Advanced Drainage Systems Overview Advanced Drainage Systems is a leading manufacturer of stormwater and onsite septic wastewater solutions, committed to sustainability and innovation. With a vast manufacturing and distribution network, we deliver high-quality products across multiple industries while recycling over half a billion pounds of plastic annually. At ADS, we foster a culture where diverse perspectives drive better ideas, ensuring every employee feels valued, heard, and empowered to make an impact. Responsibilities The Regional Training Support Specialist at Advanced Drainage Systems plays a key role in executing and supporting learning and development initiatives across multiple manufacturing locations. This position ensures the effective development, implementation, and tracking of training programs, standard work (SW) creation, business playbook rollout, and skill gap analysis to drive workforce capability and operational excellence. The specialist collaborates with plant leadership, trainers, and corporate L&D teams to facilitate hands-on training, maintain LMS records, and ensure compliance with training requirements. Key Responsibilities:Standard Work & Business Playbook Implementation * Partner with manufacturing locations to develop and implement standard work (SW). * Support the development and rollout of ADS Playbooks, ensuring alignment with operational needs. * Assist in the integration of standard work into training programs and learning pathways.Training Delivery & Support * Provide on-the-ground training support at multiple sites, ensuring programs are delivered effectively. * Facilitate or support Instructor-Led Training (ILT), Virtual Instructor-Led Training (VILT), and training workshops. * Assist site-level trainers in the development and deployment of training programs to ensure consistency and quality.LMS & Certification Tracking * Provide Learning Management System (LMS) support to regional plants, ensuring training is assigned, tracked, and completed. * Maintain training records, track certifications, and ensure compliance with learning requirements. * Generate reports on training activities, identifying gaps and opportunities for improvement.Skill Gap Analysis & Individual Development Plans (IDPs) * Perform individual and team skill gap analyses to inform training needs at the site and regional level. * Support leaders in the development of Individual Development Plans (IDPs) to drive career growth and skills enhancement. * Work with plant leadership to align training efforts with operational performance goals.Training Audits & Compliance * Conduct plant-level training audits to assess program effectiveness and ensure compliance with training requirements. * Report on regional training activities, highlighting successes, gaps, and improvement opportunities. * Ensure training programs align with safety, quality, and operational performance expectations.AccountabilitiesThe Regional Training Support Specialist is accountable for: * Ensuring the successful development and implementation of standard work (SW) and playbooks across all sites in the region. * Providing accurate and timely LMS support, ensuring all training activities and certifications are properly tracked and managed. * Supporting plant teams in the identification an