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Training Specialist

Yesterday Worcester, MA

TJ Maxx

At TJX Companies, every day brings new opportunities for growth, exploration, and achievement. You'll be part of our vibrant team that embraces diversity, fosters collaboration, and prioritizes your development. Whether you're working in our four global Home Offices, Distribution Centers or Retail Stores-TJ Maxx, Marshalls, Homegoods, Homesense, Sierra, Winners, and TK Maxx, you'll find abundant opportunities to learn, thrive, and make an impact. Come join our TJX family-a Fortune 100 company and the world's leading off-price retailer.

Job Description:

Job Summary

Monday-Friday 1st Shift, flexibility to support different shifts consistently

The Training Specialist will help support the development and implementation of learning solutions in the Worcester Distribution Center. This person will play a key role in directing, coordinating, and delivering leadership training as well as new hire orientation and onboarding. The Training Specialist will work closely with the L&D team to support foundational programs such as New Hire Onboarding (GWA and Leaders), TJX Internship Program, and the Distribution Leadership Program.

Major Areas of Responsibility

  • Delivers, monitors, coaches, and guides leadership and operational training for Distribution Center Associates.
  • Provides coaching, facilitates discussions, and makes recommendations for developmental
  • Designs, develops and edits training materials and documentation (i.e. job aids, visuals, leader's guides, workbooks, trainer outlines) to support all training programs.
  • Participates in needs assessment, design, development and delivery of training/development solutions.
  • Follows up on programs to support learners and their leaders in transferring skills back to

the job through continuous coaching and feedback.

  • Plans, schedules, and manages onboarding plans for new leadership.
  • Supports the success of programs through partnership with building and Network leaders as well as administrative support (e.g., Distribution Leadership Program, Internship Program, Industrial Truck Program, etc.).
  • Performs special projects as assigned or directed and delivers

Essential Job Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience
  • Passion for supporting the development of people and building relationships in a collaborative environment
  • Experience coaching/counseling associate to include positive and constructive feedback
  • 1-2 years training experience (may include design and development of training programs)
  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams, and Word
  • Experience in an administrative position involving HR related tasks
  • Strong communication, presentation, writing, attention to detail and organizational skills
  • Demonstrated ability to work well within a team

Associate discount; Employee Assistance Program (EAP); smoking cessation support; bereavement leave; 401(k) Associate contributions; credit union; cell phone discounts. Also, those who meet certain service or hours requirements are eligible for: 401(k) match; medical; dental; vision; life insurance; disability coverage; paid parental leave; paid holidays/vacation/sick; scholarship program. All benefits are provided in accordance with and subject to the terms of the applicable plan, agreement or program and may change from time to time. Contact your TJX representative for more information.

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In addition to our open door policy and supportive work environment, we also strive to provide a competitive salary and benefits package. TJX considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, marital or military status, or based on any individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. TJX also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local law.

Address:
135 Goddard Memorial Drive

Location:
USA TJ Maxx Distribution Center Worcester

This position has a starting pay range of USD $25.35 to $34.20 per hour. Actual starting pay is determined by a number of factors, including relevant skills, qualifications, and experience.

Client-provided location(s): Worcester, MA
Job ID: TJX-TJCOGLOBALREQ157489EXTERNALENGLOBAL
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Posted: 2026-09-17T18:49:19

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • On-Site Gym
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • On-site/Nearby Childcare
  • Work Flexibility

    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
    • Summer Fridays
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
    • Leadership Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program