Manufacturing Training Manager

About the role

You will lead the development, implementation, and governance of manufacturing training programs that build workforce capability and support safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives across manufacturing operations. In this role, you will partner closely with Operations, Lean, Quality, Human Resources, Engineering, and site leadership teams to establish standardized training systems, certification programs, and workforce development strategies.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a manufacturing training strategy aligned with business objectives and operational priorities.
• Establish and govern training standards, policies, systems, and processes across manufacturing locations.
• Identify workforce skill gaps and implement development plans to address current and future capability needs.
• Develop and maintain training curricula, work instructions, training matrices, competency assessments, and related training content.
• Ensure training programs reflect current manufacturing processes, quality standards, safety requirements, and Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Manage operator certification and qualification programs, including assessment criteria and certification standards.
• Design and coordinate cross-training, multi-skill development, and train-the-trainer programs to enhance workforce flexibility.
• Administer training systems and learning management tools while ensuring data integrity and consistency across platforms.
• Develop and monitor training metrics, dashboards, and reporting to evaluate training effectiveness and employee proficiency.
• Partner with plant leadership, supervisors, Human Resources, Quality, Safety, Engineering, and Operations teams to support training initiatives and organizational objectives.
• Support new product introductions and process changes through effective training planning and deployment.
• Provide coaching, guidance, and support to site training leaders to promote consistent training practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in training & development, Education, Human Resources, Business, Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience in manufacturing, operations, training, or workforce development.
• Experience developing and delivering technical training programs.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes and operational excellence principles.
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and leadership skills.
• Experience administering Learning Management Systems (LMS) preferred.
• Experience leading certification, qualification, or skills matrix programs preferred.
• Knowledge of adult learning principles and instructional design preferred.
• Multi-site manufacturing experience preferred.

Desired Competencies

• Leadership: Inspire, guide, and empower others to achieve their best by setting clear direction, fostering trust, and creating an environment where people feel supported, motivated, and accountable for delivering results.
• Collaboration: Work effectively with others across functions and levels, contributing to shared goals while respecting different perspectives.
• Planning & Organization: Manage time, resources, and priorities effectively to meet deadlines and deliver consistent results.