Job Description

Monday to Friday / 8:00am - 4:30pm
Up to 38,000 per annum (depending on experience)
South Kirkby
Above National Minimum Wage, Day shift, Full Time, Monday to Friday, Permanent
Commercial
Search Area: Hemsworth, West Yorkshire
Training Manager
Location: Hemsworth, West Yorkshire
Salary: Up to 38,000 per annum (depending on experience)
Hours: Monday to Friday / 8:00am - 4:30pm
An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced and passionate Learning & Development Manager to join a successful food manufacturing business based in Hemsworth.
Reporting to the HR Manager, this is a key role where you'll lead the learning, development, and internal communications strategy across site - driving engagement, supporting compliance, and helping every team member to reach their full potential.
If you're someone who loves seeing people grow, enjoys creating structured training frameworks, and has a hands-on approach to coaching and development, this could be the perfect role for you.
Benefits include:

• Company pension
• Discounted or free food
• Employee discount
• Free parking
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Store discount

Key Responsibilities

• Design and deliver a company-wide Learning & Development strategy, aligning with business goals and food safety compliance.
• Lead and continuously improve the company induction process, ensuring a consistent, engaging onboarding experience.
• Conduct Training Needs Analyses (TNA) across departments to identify capability gaps and development opportunities.
• Maintain accurate training records and matrices, providing insights into team performance and compliance status.
• Create and deliver learning programmes using a blend of digital, classroom, and on-the-job methods.
• Champion a "Train the Trainer" culture across the business, empowering line managers to develop their teams.
• Research and recommend new learning initiatives to meet company needs and legislative updates.
• Support the HR Manager with training budgets, reporting and MI, and career pathway planning through the REXX HR system.
• Take ownership of internal communications, developing consistent and engaging messages that reflect company values and enhance the "Voice of YPM."

About You

• CIPD Level 3 or 5 qualification in Learning & Development (or equivalent).
• Proven experience in a manufacturing or food production environment.
• Confident designing and delivering training programmes from scratch.
• Excellent communicator with the ability to engage and inspire people at all levels.
• Strong attention to detail, structured working style, and great organisation.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and familiar with HR/training systems.
• Passionate about personal and professional development, with a proactive and flexible approach.

To apply:

• Call Charlie on 03339 966988
• Email your CV to apply@essentialrecruitment.co.uk

This vacancy is being advertised by Essential Recruitment (an Employment Agency).

Skills Required