Learning and development coordinator
CV-LibraryG33, Stepps, North LanarkshirepermanentPosted: 3 July 2026
Apply NowWe are recruiting an experienced Learning & Development Coordinator to support the design, delivery and continuous improvement of training programmes across a fast‑paced manufacturing environment. This role is ideal for a confident communicator with strong organisational skills and a passion for developing people at all levels.
The successful candidate will play a key part in shaping the site’s capability strategy, coordinating training plans, supporting onboarding, and ensuring compliance with Food Safety, Health & Safety and operational standards. This is a hands‑on role with daily interaction across production, technical, HR and senior leadership teams.
Key Responsibilities
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Coordinate and deliver site training programmes including inductions, skills training, refresher courses and compliance modules.
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Support the development of training materials, SOPs and competency frameworks aligned with L&D best practice.
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Maintain accurate training records, matrices and documentation for audit readiness.
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Work closely with managers to identify training needs and capability gaps.
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Support onboarding processes for new starters, ensuring a smooth and engaging introduction to the business.
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Assist with coaching, mentoring and development pathways for operational staff.
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Ensure training content aligns with GMP, food safety, allergen control and H&S requirements.
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Coordinate external training providers and accredited programmes where required.
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Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across the site.
Candidate Requirements
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Experience in a Learning & Development, Training, HR or operational capability role within FMCG, food manufacturing or similar.
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Strong communication and presentation skills with confidence delivering training to groups.
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Knowledge of training coordination, competency frameworks and learning styles.
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Understanding of food safety, GMP or H&S compliance (advantageous but not essential).
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Highly organised with strong attention to detail and record‑keeping.
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Ability to work collaboratively across departments and influence at all levels.
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A proactive, supportive and people‑focused approach to development.
What’s on Offer
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A key role shaping site capability and staff development
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Opportunity to design and deliver meaningful training programmes
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Strong progression potential within a growing manufacturing group
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Competitive salary + benefits package
The successful candidate will play a key part in shaping the site’s capability strategy, coordinating training plans, supporting onboarding, and ensuring compliance with Food Safety, Health & Safety and operational standards. This is a hands‑on role with daily interaction across production, technical, HR and senior leadership teams.
Key Responsibilities
*
Coordinate and deliver site training programmes including inductions, skills training, refresher courses and compliance modules.
*
Support the development of training materials, SOPs and competency frameworks aligned with L&D best practice.
*
Maintain accurate training records, matrices and documentation for audit readiness.
*
Work closely with managers to identify training needs and capability gaps.
*
Support onboarding processes for new starters, ensuring a smooth and engaging introduction to the business.
*
Assist with coaching, mentoring and development pathways for operational staff.
*
Ensure training content aligns with GMP, food safety, allergen control and H&S requirements.
*
Coordinate external training providers and accredited programmes where required.
*
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across the site.
Candidate Requirements
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Experience in a Learning & Development, Training, HR or operational capability role within FMCG, food manufacturing or similar.
*
Strong communication and presentation skills with confidence delivering training to groups.
*
Knowledge of training coordination, competency frameworks and learning styles.
*
Understanding of food safety, GMP or H&S compliance (advantageous but not essential).
*
Highly organised with strong attention to detail and record‑keeping.
*
Ability to work collaboratively across departments and influence at all levels.
*
A proactive, supportive and people‑focused approach to development.
What’s on Offer
*
A key role shaping site capability and staff development
*
Opportunity to design and deliver meaningful training programmes
*
Strong progression potential within a growing manufacturing group
*
Competitive salary + benefits package