Leadership Development Program Associate Jobs in Aurora, CO

Have you ever enjoyed Arnold, Brownberry or Oroweat bread? A Thomas? English muffin or bagel? Or perhaps snacked on a Sara Lee, Entenmann?s or Marinela cake or donut? If the answer is yes, then you know Bimbo Bakeries USA!More than 20,000 associates in bakeries, sales centers, offices and on sales routes work to ensure our consumers have the freshest products at every meal. In addition to competitive pay and benefits, we provide a safe and inclusive work environment that appreciates diversity, promotes development and allows our associates to be their authentic selves.#LI-NP1Come join the largest baking company in the world and our family of 20,000 associates nationwide!Salary Range: $64,700 - $84,100Annual Bonus EligibilityComprehensive Benefits PackagePaid Time Off401k & Company MatchThis is a remote positionPosition Summary:This position will help create, implement, and sustain a standardized on-the-job training certification program (OJT) and additional training solutions across a BBU region with a strong focus on bakery manufacturing operations. This role is hands-on, working closely with frontline teams and leadership to drive manufacturing excellence through skills development. Frequent travel to bakeries is required. They will collaborate with Operations Excellence (OX), North America Talent Development Bakery Leadership, HR Business Partners, Functional Experts, and Training Coordinators (where applicable).Objective:Provide structure and guidance through a standardized approach to OJT to enhance frontline onboarding, skill development, and manufacturing operational readiness.Drive consistency of frontline associate training aligned to bakery manufacturing processes.Support national OX and Talent initiatives, working with a One Team mindset.Key Job Responsibilities Be the Subject Matter Expert for adult learning as a partner for bakery leadership and manufacturing operational training.Work with bakeries to implement the On-The-Job Training program, collecting, assessing, developing, and validating contentHost Train-the-Facilitator and Train-the-Trainer sessions to certify Training Coordinators and Floor TrainersEngage directly on the bakery floor to observe, coach, and support OJT execution and reinforce manufacturing best practices.Co-facilitate the OX Playbook, Co-facilitate OX Coaching for PerformanceLook for synergies with other locations for sharing best practices and contentManage skills development with bakery leadership and replicate training program best practices and resources across assigned bakeriesCollaborate with business partners, including Bakery leadership, Training Coordinators (where applicable), Safety, and People Teams to ensure associates complete requirementsPartner with bakery leadership teams to assess associate capabilities and provide necessary feedback on skill level or additional required training, including supporting the build of the skill gap analysisIdentify and share best practices to solve for learning & development needs across all facilitiesEnsure focus on OX People & Culture KPIsTravel required (approximately 60 75% regionally; occasional national travel based on business needs).Work flexible work schedules when necessary to accommodate operation shifts and training needsPerform other duties as assignedKey Behavioral & Technical Competencies:Proven ability to:Organize and lead concurrent tasks and projectsWork independently and collaboratively with immediate and cross-functional team membersWork in a continuous improvement, agile cultureDrive results by balancing focus on development, KPIs, and meeting deadlinesProven ability to facilitate training in an adult learning environmentCommunicate (written and oral) professionallyProfessionally interact with associates and leaders at all levels of the organizationExperience developing learning content is preferred but not requiredComprehend adult learning methodologiesExcellent computer skills and proficiency with Word, Excel, Microsoft 365, and other software/applications highly desiredExperience developing learning content is preferred but not requiredWork flexible work schedules when necessaryEducation and Work History: Four-year college degreeAt least 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment and training role preferredHands-on Experience writing and implementing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and other manufacturing detailed training toolsA combination of education, training, and experience that results in demonstrated competency to perform the work may be substitutedThe physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Work flexible work schedules when necessary Reasonable accommodation may be requested to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Bimbo Bakeries USA is an equal opportunity employer with a policy that provides equal employment opportunity for applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, any other classification protected by law.It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.