Training Coordinator

Location: Uddinsgton, Galsgow Permanent | Full TimeJoin our Team at Macphie - Let us introduce ourselves...Macphie, an internationally acclaimed family ingredient manufacturer, proudly situated in the picturesque and tranquil landscapes of Glenbervie in Aberdeenshire with sites in Glasgow and Midlands too. Our expertise spans across a spectrum of delectable delights, including sauces, bakery creations, and heavenly ice cream toppings. We also cater to the evolving culinary landscape with our plant-based and gluten-free offerings. Trusted partners to some of the globe's leading food brands, we are dedicated to transforming ideas and creativity into tangible, delectable solutions.OpportunityAre you passionate about helping people learn, develop and feel confident in what they do?We're looking for a Training Coordinator to join our Learning & Development team and play a key role in developing how we coordinate and deliver training across our manufacturing operation.This is a new role within Macphie, created to provide dedicated, hands-on training support across the business, with a particular focus on our Operations teams.It's a varied opportunity that combines training coordination, practical training delivery, administration and continuous improvement. You'll spend time out in the operation working with colleagues and managers, while also making sure our training records, competency matrices and compliance requirements are accurate and up to date.You don't need to arrive knowing every piece of equipment or every manufacturing process. We're looking for someone with a strong training background who is confident working with people, comfortable with systems and data, and keen to learn and grow with the role.Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Typical working hours will be 9:00am-5:00pm.As this role supports colleagues working across different shift patterns, some flexibility will be required on an ad hoc basis to support training on later or night shifts. Where night-shift working is required, an 8.5% shift allowance will apply in line with our company policy.What You'll Be DoingWorking closely with our Learning & Development Manager, you'll help bring structure, consistency and visibility to training across the site.Your role will include:Coordinating training plans and activities across our operational teamsDelivering training and supporting practical, face-to-face and on-the-job learningSupporting new starter inductions and operational onboardingMaintaining training records, competency matrices and compliance informationMonitoring training completion and identifying skills, competency or compliance gapsWorking with managers, Team Leaders and subject matter experts to make sure colleagues receive the right training for their rolesSupporting the development of training materials, programmes and learning resourcesUsing our 360Learning platform and other systems to manage training information and learning activitiesSupporting training around areas such as food safety, Health & Safety, quality, new equipment, processes and operational changeHelping develop competency frameworks and supporting managers with the assessment and sign-off of colleague competenceCoordinating external and internal training requirements, from identifying who needs training through to booking, completion and record keepingProducing training reports and using data to highlight gaps and areas requiring attentionSupporting audits by ensuring training and competency records are accurate and audit-readyHelping us continuously improve how training is delivered and experienced across the businessAs the role develops, there will also be opportunities to broaden your own training capability and qualifications. This could include areas such as FLT/MHE instruction, food safety training and assessor qualifications.RequirementsYou might already be a Training Coordinator, Operational Trainer, Manufacturing Trainer or FLT/MHE Trainer, or you could be an experienced production, warehouse or operations professional who has taken responsibility for training and developing others.Manufacturing experience would be great, but it isn't essential. We'd also be interested in hearing from people with training experience gained within logistics, warehousing, engineering, FMCG, food and drink or another operational environment.What's most important is that you can bring:Experience coordinating and/or delivering training within an operational environmentConfidence delivering training and explaining processes clearly to different audiencesExperience maintaining training records, matrices or competency informationStrong administration and IT skills, with the confidence to work with learning systems, data and digital toolsThe ability to look at training and compliance information, identify gaps and take actionExcellent organisation skills and the ability to take ownership of training activities from start to finishA proactive approach - someone who spots what needs to be done rather than waiting to be askedStrong communication and relationship-building skills, with the confidence to work with colleagues at all levelsA practical, approachable style and the confidence to spend time working alongside colleagues within the manufacturing environmentAn interest in developing your own training capability as the role growsExperience within food manufacturing and knowledge of food safety, quality or Health & Safety requirements would be advantageous, but we're happy to support the right person in developing their knowledge.Qualifications such as Train the Trainer, AET, Assessor or RTITB/MHE Instructor would also be beneficial, but aren't essential. If you don't currently hold an RTITB/MHE instructor qualification, there may be an opportunity to work towards this as part of your development.BenefitsIndulge in the Sweet Perks of Joining Macphie!At Macphie, we believe in crafting not only delightful culinary experiences but also providing our team with a recipe for success in their professional lives. Here is a taste of how we'll look after you as part of our Sweet Success:Annual Leave: Recharge your batteries with a generous annual leave entitlement of 23 days, plus 9 public holidays, giving you a refreshing total of 32 days to explore, relax, and savour life outside of workProfit-Related Pay (PRP): Your dedication will not go unnoticed! Enjoy conditional PRP, aligning with our company's performance and rewarding your commitment to our shared successPension Perks: Secure your financial future with our pension enrolment, where you contribute 5%, and we match it with a 3% employer contributionHealth and Wellness Buffet: We care about your well-being. Access our Employee Assistance Program, a 24/7 GP line, and indulge in our cycle-to-work scheme. Keep your mind and body in top shape with our Leisure Subsidy Scheme and free fruit offeringsEco-Friendly Commute: Embrace sustainable living with our electric car charging stations. Enjoy the convenience of free parking while contributing to a greener planetLifelong Learning: Cultivate your mind with our company further education scheme and unlock opportunities for personal and professional growthFamily First: We support your journey into parenthood with enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption payExclusive Employee Benefits: Revel in exclusive benefits like an education bursary via our employee trust and Funeral Concierge provided by Everest Funeral Concierge Service, a brand-new benefitBeyond Probation: Once you have passed probation over the initial three months, you will then be able to unlock an array of group benefits, including private medical insurance & Westfield Health, permanent health insurance, and 3x death in service life assuranceTo see all of the Macphie employee benefits please click here.And now, let us talk about what we need from you:Like every employer, legally, we require to check and confirm that you have the right to work in the UK. If we offer you a job and you accept, there are some checks that we need to complete before you can start with us. In addition to the above, we will also collect satisfactory employment references.Additional InformationAt this time, we are unable to provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must have the right to work in the UK on a permanent basis without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.We are not seeking assistance from recruitment agencies for this position. Unsolicited CVs will not be considered.Closing Date for Applications: Monday 14th September 2026.