Cdn. Sr Learning & Development Business Partner

Business Unit OverviewHeadquartered in Lakeville, Minn., Post Consumer Brands, a business unit of Post Holdings, Inc., is dedicated to providing people and their pets with delicious food choices for every taste and budget. The company's portfolio includes beloved brands such as Honey Bunches of Oats™, PEBBLES™, Grape-Nuts™ and Malt-O-Meal™ cereal and Peter Pan™ peanut butter, as well as Rachael Ray® Nutrish™, Kibbles 'n Bits™ and 9Lives™ dog and cat food. Post also provides private label solutions to customers in pet food, cereal, nut butters and granola. As a company committed to high standards of quality and to our values, we are driven by one idea: To make lives better by making delicious food accessible for all. For more information about our brands, visit and follow us on LinkedIn or Facebook for the latest news.
Location DescriptionPost Consumer Brands in Niagara Falls, Ontario is home to the Original Shredded Wheat cereal, first produced at this plant 117 years ago. Today, more than 150 team members work at the plant and support the local food bank and other community organizations. The Niagara Falls plant is just down the road from the iconic and expansive waterfalls of the same name. Check out this majestic natural wonder and the various activities nearby. Niagara Falls is the perfect location for cereal and nature fans alike.
ResponsibilitiesAre you ready to champion growth and learning at our Niagara Falls manufacturing site? As our Learning & Development (L&D) Business Partner, you will lead site-level learning strategies that build employee skills, strengthen leadership capability, and support business performance.
You will partner with leaders, employees, Human Resources, Continuous Improvement, Operations, and central L&D to create practical learning experiences for a multi-shift workforce. From onboarding and leadership development to learning technology and training analytics, your work will help employees build the skills they need to succeed today and grow for what comes next.
Key Responsibilities
Champion learning and development at the site, partnering with leaders to prioritize employee development, secure resources, and strengthen a culture of continuous learning.
Build relationships across shifts and support effective communication and training delivery for employees working varied schedules.
Design and coordinate leadership development programs that build problem-solving and continuous improvement capability, including Go See Think Do, 8-Step Problem Solving, and 5S.
Partner with central L&D and Human Resources to identify learning needs, strengthen onboarding, and create engaging content that supports retention.
Collaborate with Continuous Improvement and Operations to align training priorities with operational performance needs.
Implement train-the-trainer approaches and equip trainers to deliver effective instruction, coaching, and on-the-job learning.
Build and manage the annual training calendar, coordinate logistics, and lead program rollouts across the site.
Administer SumTotal and the Redzone Learning Module;
maintain training records, track metrics, provide leadership reporting, and support audits.
Update learning content using authoring tools such as Articulate and use training data to evaluate effectiveness and identify improvements.
Lead cross-functional teams and steering committees that close skill gaps, advance Standard Work, and support continuous improvement.
Contribute to the Post learning and development community of practice and stay current on emerging L&D approaches.
Why You'll Love This Role
You will shape the learning culture for an entire manufacturing site and see the impact of your work on employees, leaders, and operations.
You will combine strategic partnership with hands-on program design, facilitation, technology, and measurement.
You will collaborate across functions and shifts while building scalable learning practices that support growth and performance.
You will have the opportunity to make your mark with strong resources behind you and a close-knit, practical team culture.
Location & Travel Requirements
This role is based at our manufacturing site in Niagara Falls, Ontario.
Regular support for off-shift training is required, including some evenings, holidays, and weekends.
Occasional travel of up to 10%-15% is required.
QualificationsEducation
Bachelor's degree or college diploma in Education, Psychology, Business, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Required Qualifications
6+ years of experience in learning and development, training, education, or a related role.
Demonstrated facilitation skills and knowledge of adult learning principles.
Experience in performance consulting and learning content development.
Proficiency with learning management system administration and Microsoft Office.
Ability to support training across multiple shifts, including some evenings, holidays, and weekends.
Ability to travel occasionally, up to 10%.
Preferred Qualifications
Prior experience in manufacturing or unionized environments
Experience with Redzone manufacturing software, e-learning tools and on-the-plant floor training, coaching, and performance consulting
Prior people management experience is preferred to support the anticipated growth and future leadership scope of this position
Ability to program manage multiple projects concurrently
Experience in change management models
Familiarity with continuous improvement methodologies (e.G., Go See Think Do, 5S, 8-Step Problem Solving)
Success in This Role
You communicate clearly, facilitate confidently, and build trust with employees and leaders at every level.
You translate business and performance needs into practical learning solutions.
You align stakeholders, manage competing priorities, and bring complex programs to completion, while helping people through changes.
You use data and feedback to improve learning experiences and demonstrate progress against goals.
You stay organized, follow through on details, and deliver high-quality work against deadlines, using supreme project management skills.
Ready to Make an Impact?Bring your passion for learning, your practical approach, and your ability to connect people with the skills they need. Join us in Niagara Falls and help build a workforce that is ready for today’s challenges and tomorrow’s opportunities.
Benefits
Extended health care
Vision care
Disability insurance
Dental care
Life insurance
DC Pension Plan
Post Holdings and Post Consumer Brands provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, status as a covered veteran, and any other category protected under applicable federal, state, provincial, and local laws. We will accommodate individuals with disabilities through the recruitment and selection process based on the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Please advise us of any needs when your interview is booked.
Job Type: Full-Time
The pay range for this position is $80,714 - $119,456 per year.
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