Manufacturing Training Manager

Training Manager Waterloo, IA | $80,000 to $100,000 plus bonus We're hiring a Training Manager to lead onboarding and ongoing skills and compliance training across our organization, ensuring employees in every department are trained efficiently, safely, and in line with company procedures and regulatory requirements. This is a hands on role for someone who enjoys building training programs from the ground up and working directly with employees on the shop floor and beyond. What You'll Do Prepare new hire onboarding schedules and training checklists, partnering with department leaders to identify role-specific skills and timelinesDeliver structured onboarding training company-wide, covering department-specific skills, safety protocols, and company policies, including blueprint reading, hand-held MIG welding technique, assembly procedures, and safe equipment use for production rolesAdminister internal skills assessments and evaluate new hire readiness through hands-on observation before sign-off on independent workDesign and deliver ongoing skills training across all departments to reinforce quality workmanship and job-specific proficiencyDevelop and maintain compliance training curricula, including OSHA requirements, PPE use, overhead crane operation, and hazard identificationTrack training records, certifications, and renewal schedules to ensure company-wide compliance and audit readinessCoordinate training for new equipment, tooling, systems, or process changes with engineering and operationsEvaluate training effectiveness through assessments and performance metrics, adjusting programs as neededMaintain and update training materials, job aids, SOPs, and e-learning content What You'll Need Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Education, Business, or a related field3 to 5 years of experience in training, learning and development, or a related roleProven ability to design and deliver hands-on technical training across departmentsWorking knowledge of OSHA regulations and industry-specific compliance requirementsAbility to read blueprints and specifications, with a basic understanding of shop mathStrong organizational skills, including training records and certification trackingExcellent communication skills, with the ability to train employees across varying experience levels and shifts Nice to Have Experience delivering training across multiple departments or functionsFamiliarity with production processes such as welding or metal fabrication/assembly Compensation And Benefits $80,000 to $100,000 per year, plus bonusMedical, dental, and vision insurance401(k) planPaid time off Interested candidates can apply directly through LinkedIn or reach out to learn more.