Summary:

The Retail Distribution Center (RDC) Training Specialist is primarily responsible for facilitating RDC Functional Onboarding all Ashley warehouse associates, ensuring associates perform their job duties correctly in compliance with all Company policies and procedures, and meet quality and productivity expectations.  In addition, the Training Specialist may conduct professional development offerings for non-production, production, and supervisory associates.  The Training Specialist will implement and interpret Course Surveys for the RDC Functional Onboarding program at their respective location.  Based upon the results, the Training Specialist will partner with the Business Leaders and Human Resources to improve engagement and retention within the program.

Additional responsibilities include assisting with the training metrics at their respective location.  The Training Specialist will have indirect reporting to HR Talent Development to ensure standardization of course material across sites, maintenance & support of training equipment/materials, and leveraging learning industry best practices.

Responsibilities:

Facilitate RDC Functional Onboarding and certain professional development offerings for associates and supervisors throughout the Ashley Retail organization.Maintain RDC Functional Onboarding program materials in partnership with HR Talent Development - Learning Program Specialists, Safety Team and learning experience designers assigned to the onboarding curriculum. Orders and stores all program supplies in a dedicated supply room. In addition, the Training Specialist will be responsible for setting the room and individual placemats for each new employee.Plan, prepare, and deliver instruction of assigned courses using a variety of teaching methods to facilitate the learning of employees. Depending on program/discipline, courses may be taught in a classroom and/or online and may include different shifts. Assess training success/effectiveness. Create and administer evaluations (written, verbal, competency demonstration and hands-on application). Compile the information in a manner that includes making recommendations for improvements in delivery, material, or format.Responsible for classroom management including managing attendance, confirming guest presenters, arranging lunches / snacks, and assisting HR Admins.Participate in identifying continuous improvement opportunities within the programs delivered. Maintain professional knowledge and skills in assigned disciplines, required training certifications, and instructional technology/delivery methods to supports Ashley's overall goals and objectives. Perform administrative tasks such as monitoring costs, scheduling classes, setting up systems and equipment and coordinating enrollment. Demonstrate the Company’s Core and Growth Values in the performance of all job functions.

At Ashley, we’re more than a business…we’re family. As the largest manufacturer of home furnishings in the world, we know what it takes to build incredible furniture and future leaders. We’re problem solvers with the grit to persevere during challenging times and innovators who won't coast when times are good. We create solutions, not excuses. And never settle for status quo. It’s the reason we’re always searching for better ways to delivering an exceptional customer experience. That's why Ashley Furniture is #1 in our industry. 

Ready to grow? You’ve come to the right place. Ashley Furniture has a “Growth Mindset”, and once you join our team, you’ll learn from the best in the business. 

Apply today and find your home at Ashley! 

Compensation: This position pays an hourly rate of $17.50 - $25.82

Profit sharing is available to eligible employees; this discretionary program is dependent on the profitability of the company. 

Benefits: When you join our family, you are eligible to participate in our comprehensive benefits programs which includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life/Disability, Flexible Spending Accounts, 401(k), Paid Holidays, 40 hours paid vacation and 40 hours of California Paid Sick Leave. Benefits may vary based on position and location, so we encourage you to speak with the recruiting team during the interview process. 

Ashley values its diversity and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made on the basis of an individual’s skills, qualifications, merit, and business need.