Director of Operations, Learning and Development

Ventura Foods

Director of Operations Learning & Development at Ventura Foods responsible for training across multi-site manufacturing. Leading a high-performing team to drive operational excellence and build a learning culture.

Posted 7/23/2026full-timeRemote • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $140,707 - $186,893 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Learning & Development, with a focus on designing and executing training programs that enhance operational excellence and workforce capability in a manufacturing environment. Proven ability to lead high-performing teams and collaborate with cross-functional leaders to foster a culture of continuous improvement and compliance.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Learning & Development LeadershipTraining Program OwnershipManufacturing Process KnowledgeTeam ManagementPresentation & Public Speaking Skills

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Hard Skills

Training Program DevelopmentLearning Management Systems (LMS)E-Learning PlatformsBudgetingLong-Term Planning

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsMotivational SkillsAutonomous Work

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in HRBachelor’s Degree in Learning & DevelopmentBachelor’s Degree in EducationBachelor’s Degree in Business

Industry Keywords

ManufacturingSupply ChainOperational ExcellenceComplianceContinuous Improvement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

The Director, Learning & Development (L&D) is responsible for designing, leading, and executing the Operations learning strategy for a multi‑site manufacturing organization and oversees all training programs, systems, and capability-building initiatives across a multi-site manufacturing network.
This role is responsible for building and leading a high-performing L&D team responsible for compliance, program, and system training.
This role ensures that leaders, frontline supervisors, and hourly employees have the skills, capabilities, and development pathways needed to demonstrate strong leadership and drive operational excellence, safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
The Director partners closely with Manufacturing VP's, Plant Leaders, HR Business Partners, Safety, Quality, Operations, and Corporate HR Centers of Excellence to build a high‑performance learning culture that supports business growth, talent readiness, and workforce capability.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Degree from accredited college or university with 10 years minimum experience working in an Operations capacity is preferred.
In depth knowledge of company's manufacturing process is required.
Management experience, including long and short-term planning and budgeting are required.
Proficient presentation and public speaking skills, organizational and motivational skills are necessary, as is the ability to work autonomously.
Bachelor’s degree in HR, Learning & Development, Education, Business, or related field.
10+ years of progressive experience in L&D, OD, or HR, with at least 5 years in a manufacturing, supply chain, or industrial environment.
5+ years of experience leading a team of L&D professionals.
Demonstrated experience owning training programs and learning systems (LMS, e-learning platforms), preferably in a manufacturing environment.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Prescription, Dental, & Vision – coverage beginning on your 1st day for eligible employees
Profit Sharing and 401(k) matching (after eligible criteria is met)
Paid Vacation, Sick Time, and Holidays
Employee Appreciation Events
Employee Assistance Programs