Who we are
Avgol Nonwovens has been a leader in the global hygiene market since 1988, providing an extensive range of ultra-lightweight spun-melt non-woven fabrics. The company's innovative products meet the needs of the baby diaper, adult incontinence, and feminine hygiene industries. Committed to quality and exceptional service, Avgol plays a vital role in enhancing the lives of millions of babies, mothers, and senior citizens worldwide. With a focus on sustainability and customer satisfaction, Avgol continues to drive advancements in everyday care products.
Job Summary
The Site Competency & Training Manager is responsible for leading the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of a structured competency competency and training framework that supports operational excellence, safety, quality and workforce capability across the AVGOL site. This role partners closely with operations, and Maintenance, Quality, EHS, and site leadership to ensure employees process technical skills, certifications, and knowledge required to operate in a high-performance, continues manufacturing environment. The position oversees the site training matrix, pay for skills progression, and all training systems to ensure alignment with AVGOL standards regulatory requirements, and business objectives. The Site Competency & Training Manager plays a critical role in building a highly skilled, flexible workforce while fostering a culture of learning, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Competency & Capability Development
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Develop, implement, and maintain a site-wide competency framework and skills matrix across all functions (Production, Maintenance, Quality, Warehouse, and Lab)
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Define clear role-based skill requirements and proficiency levels for operators, technicians, and support roles
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Conduct skills gap analysis and partner with leaders to build targeted development plans
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Drive consistency and governance of the Pay-for-Skill program, including assessments and progression criteria
Training Strategy & Execution
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Design and deliver structured training programs using blended learning approaches (OJT, classroom, visual, and digital)
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Lead training for:
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Line Operators, Slitter Operators, Lead Operators
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Maintenance Technicians
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Erema/Material Handlers
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Lab Personnel
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Packers, Scanners, and Warehouse Teams
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Conduct onboarding and ensure rapid capability ramp-up for new hires
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Deliver refresher, cross-training, and upskilling programs aligned with production needs
Operational & Technical Enablement
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Partner with Operations and CI teams to align training with:
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Lean manufacturing / continuous improvement initiatives
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Process changes, new equipment, and technology deployments
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Translate complex technical processes into clear, standardized training materials and SOPs
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Actively support improvements in safety, quality, waste, and efficiency through training interventions
Training Systems, Documentation & Compliance
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Maintain accurate and audit-ready training records, certifications, and compliance documentation
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Own and continuously improve the training matrix and tracking systems
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Ensure training programs meet OSHA, safety, quality, and regulatory requirements
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Prepare and report training metrics and progress updates to corporate and site leadership
SOPs & Standardization
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Review, develop, and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Work Instructions
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Ensure SOPs reflect best practices, safety expectations, and process accuracy
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Standardize training materials to ensure consistency across shifts and teams
Assessment & Effectiveness
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Design and administer skill-based assessments and certification processes
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Evaluate training effectiveness through:
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Performance data
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Observations
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Employee feedback
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Track and report on competency progression and readiness levels
Safety & Culture
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Reinforce safety-first behaviors through all training programs
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Partner with EHS and serve as backup support for safety training and initiatives
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Foster a culture of continuous learning, accountability, and operational discipline
Stakeholder Collaboration
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Collaborate with supervisors, managers, and employees to identify evolving training needs
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Build strong partnerships across departments to align training with business priorities
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Provide coaching and guidance to frontline leaders to strengthen on-the-job training capability
Key Competencies
Training & Facilitation
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Delivers engaging, structured, and effective training in both classroom and production environments
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Adapts approach to diverse learning styles and technical skill levels
Technical & Manufacturing Acumen
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Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, equipment, and continuous operations
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Ability to translate technical processes into practical training solutions
Communication
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Clearly communicates complex procedures in simple, actionable terms
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Strong verbal, written, and facilitation skills
Analytical Thinking & Problem Solving
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Identifies skill gaps and links them to operational performance issues
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Uses data and insights to improve training outcomes
Planning & Execution
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Effectively manages multiple priorities in a fast-paced production environment
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Maintains organized systems for training tracking and reporting
Coaching & Development
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Provides hands-on coaching to employees across all skill levels
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Builds capability in frontline leaders to support training and development
Collaboration & Influence
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Builds credibility and strong working relationships across functions
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Influences stakeholders to prioritize workforce development initiatives
Adaptability
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Adjusts training strategies based on changing processes, technologies, and production demands
Safety & Compliance
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Promotes a strong safety culture and ensures adherence to EHS and regulatory standards
Requirements
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Bachelor’s degree in Training & Development, Organizational Development, HR, Engineering, Education, or related field
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Minimum of 5+ years of training, competency development, or L&D experience in a manufacturing environment
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Experience with:
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Competency frameworks and skills matrices
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Training in technical/production environments
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SOP development and structured assessments
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Certified Professional in Learning & Performance (CPLP) or equivalent preferred
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Strong facilitation, coaching, and stakeholder engagement skills
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Experience with training systems or LMS platforms strongly preferred
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Flexibility to work extended hours and nights as needed
Work Environment
This role requires significant time on the production floor in a dynamic, fast-paced manufacturing environment, as well as administrative work in an office setting. The position involves frequent interaction with employees across all shifts and functions and requires hands-on engagement with equipment, processes, and training activities.
Benefits Overview
AVGOL offers a very competitive benefits package to our full-time employees, some of which include:
Medical, dental, vision insurance
Life Insurance
401k match
Vacation/PTO, paid holidays, paid birthday
Salary Range: $80,000-$90,000
