Training Coordinator

About the role

The Training Coordinator develops, implements, coordinates, and maintains the plant-wide training and competency program for all employees at the catalyst recycling facility. This position ensures employees receive the knowledge, skills, and certifications necessary to safely and effectively perform their jobs while maintaining compliance with OSHA, EPA, TCEQ, and company policies. The Training Coordinator partners closely with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, Environmental, Safety, and Human Resources to build a highly skilled workforce focused on safety, operational excellence, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate all company training activities for hourly and salaried employees.
• Maintain the plant Learning Management System (LMS) or equivalent training database.
• Schedule classroom, computer-based, and hands-on training.
• Maintain accurate training records and documentation.
• Monitor employee certifications and qualification expiration dates.
• Generate monthly compliance and training reports for management.
• Coordinate new employee orientation, including required regulatory and company onboarding.
• Assign job-specific qualification plans and coordinate departmental onboarding with supervisors.
• Track completion of probationary training requirements.
• Coordinate and maintain qualification programs for all plant operating areas.
• Assist in the development of Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) Training, skills assessments, cross-training programs, and qualification checklists.
• Track employee progression through qualification levels.
• Assist supervisors in identifying competency gaps and support workforce succession planning.
• Evaluate training effectiveness through testing and field observations.
• Establish and maintain a training budget.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by management.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in education, Safety, Business, Engineering, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in chemical processing.
• Minimum 3 years coordinating employee training programs.
• Experience in chemical manufacturing, refining, mining, metals, or catalyst recycling.

Qualifications

Required Knowledge:

• OSHA General Industry Regulations
• EPA regulations
• Adult learning principles
• Training program development
• Competency assessment
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Learning Management Systems
• Document control systems

Skills

• Excellent communication skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to present information to groups
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Strong computer proficiency
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects
• Strong documentation and recordkeeping skills
• Analytical and problem-solving ability
• High attention to detail
• Ability to build positive working relationships

Physical Requirements

• Frequent walking throughout the facility.
• Ability to climb stairs and ladders.
• Ability to work in industrial environments.
• Ability to wear appropriate PPE in designated areas.
• Occasionally lift up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to conduct field observations in operating units.