Training Coordinator

We are FBC UK, Fox's Burton's Companies! We bake the UK's most incredible biscuits. FBC UK was a match made in heaven, with two of the top UK biscuits manufacturers (Burton's Biscuits and Fox's Biscuits) coming together to create one unique, integrated company. We are home to famous iconic brands, including Maryland, Fox's, Jammie Dodger & Rocky, to name just a few. We are proud manufacturing partners to some of the biggest UK retailers and household names. We bake our incredible biscuits at eight bakeries across the UK, located at Isle of Arran, Livingston, Blackpool, Llantarnam, Edinburgh, Kirkham, Batley & Dorset and our HQ in St Pauls. Together, we employ circa 4,000 amazing colleagues across all our locations.

We know that the key ingredient to our success is our people, and the passion we have for our brands. We knead people with innovative ideas, an entrepreneurial spirit, and the commitment to drive FBC UK to success. We are committed to building an inclusive workforce that feels empowered to build a fulfilling and successful career. By embracing diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) we create a supportive environment for people to thrive and strive to have more positive impact.

We understand that having formal and on-the-job learning opportunities is key to our colleagues’ professional and personal growth. We are committed to providing an environment where everyone can learn from each other and grow through a variety of learning experiences. Our colleagues make our business special. With strong community values, we believe FBC UK is a more prosperous and fun place to work when people feel free to be themselves.

About the Role

We are looking for an organised and proactive Training Coordinator to join our Edinburgh bakery team. In this key role, you will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and tracking all training activities for our weekly paid employees, ensuring colleagues have the skills and knowledge needed to perform safely and effectively.

Working closely with managers and operational teams, you will oversee the end-to-end training journey for new starters, from onboarding and induction through to competency sign-off. You will maintain training records, monitor compliance, coordinate development plans, and ensure all required training is completed within agreed timescales.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working with people, managing multiple priorities, and playing a vital role in supporting employee development and operational excellence within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Main Responsibilities

• Review daily and weekly labour demand plans to identify training requirements and support workforce planning.
• Maintain and update training plans and competency matrices across all bakery departments, ensuring employees are trained, assessed, and signed off appropriately.
• Conduct regular check-ins with trainees to monitor progress, provide support, and ensure completion of development milestones.
• Create, manage, and continuously improve training checklists, competency assessments, and sign-off documentation.
• Deliver compliance and mandatory training programmes, ensuring adherence to company standards and regulatory requirements.
• Manage the review, tracking, and updating of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) across the bakery.
• Coordinate and oversee training programmes for new starters, ensuring all onboarding and probationary training requirements are completed within agreed timescales.
• Ensure all training, induction, and competency records are accurately maintained and submitted for filing and audit purposes.
• Prepare and deliver training updates, reports, and presentations to managers and key stakeholders as required.
• Act as the training representative during internal and external audits, presenting training records, systems, and compliance evidence with confidence and professionalism.

Who we are looking for

• FMCG Experience – Previous experience working within a fast-paced FMCG or manufacturing environment would be desirable.
• Workforce Planning – Proven experience in labour planning, scheduling, and resource management to support operational requirements.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration – Demonstrated ability to work effectively with multiple departments and stakeholders to achieve shared objectives.
• Planning & Organisation – Strong organisational skills with experience coordinating training, labour schedules, or operational activities while managing competing priorities.
• Microsoft Office Proficiency – Competent user of Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word, with the ability to produce reports, presentations, and maintain accurate records.
• People-Focused Approach – Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build positive relationships and engage employees at all levels.
• Attention to Detail – Highly accurate and detail-oriented, with experience maintaining training records, updating databases, and producing management reports.
• Presentation & Facilitation Skills – Confident presenter with the ability to deliver training sessions and communicate information clearly to diverse audiences.
• Adaptability & Change Management – Flexible and resilient, with the ability to adapt priorities, communication styles, and workloads to meet changing business needs and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Diversity Statement

FBC UK is committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture in which all employees feel welcomed and appreciated and have the same opportunities. We believe all of our people are equally talented in their own way. In nurturing the curiosity and natural abilities of our employees, we provide them, generation after generation, the means to succeed personally and professionally, enabling them to craft their journey at FBC UK. The diversity of our talents is what makes our work environment multicultural, innovative and highly rewarding.