Specialist I, Operations Trainer

About the Role

The Operations Trainer establishes and maintains a Training Center of Excellence, developing, coordinating, and facilitating training programs for all levels of plant personnel—including shop floor operators, team leads, supervisors, managers, and salaried staff. Training topics cover production-line skills, 6S methodologies, continuous improvement concepts, and company policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Development and implementation of training programs (25% of time)
• Coaching and mentoring employees on processes and procedures (60% of time)
• Continuous improvement and 6S training execution (10% of time)
• Documentation and reporting on training effectiveness (5% of time)

Requirements

• 4-year college degree in Business, Education, Industrial Management, or related field, or equivalent experience
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in training, learning & development, or a related field
• Experience with training program development and implementation
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement principles
• Proficiency in Windows, MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and Outlook
• Strong organizational and time management skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in the automotive or manufacturing industry
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience

Skills

• Strong facilitation and presentation skills with the ability to engage employees at all levels
• Ability to assess training effectiveness and adjust programs accordingly
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple training initiatives simultaneously
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Knowledge of adult learning principles and instructional design

Supervisory Responsibilities

No direct reports. May oversee and guide training personnel or support staff involved in training programs.

Work Environment

• Requires 5% travel
• Open-office setting
• Factory setting with noise

Essential job functions include the ability to work for long periods while sitting, standing, walking, and bending for the duration of the workday, and lifting/moving up to 25 pounds. Visual ability to work accurately with detailed information and a computer screen.

Software

Basic experience required in Windows, MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.