Training Specialist

About the role

Kelly Engineering is hiring a Training Specialist for a long-term contract with one of our Global Medical Device Robotics & Digital Solutions clients located in Santa Clara, CA. This role is a full-time, fully benefited position.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deliver technical and soft skills training for manufacturing processes, equipment operation, and assembly (including hands-on sessions and classroom content).
• Execute and coordinate training plans for assigned production areas aligned with business goals.
• Facilitate new hire orientation and onboarding.
• Evaluate employee competency against procedures and standards, identify skill gaps, and recommend appropriate training.
• Maintain accurate training records and matrices in systems such as ComplianceWire, ETQ, and Agile PLM.
• Partner with people leaders and production management to evaluate training effectiveness and measure improvement.
• Implement systems for tracking training completion, skill progression, and certification renewals using the LMS.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to optimize training effectiveness and operational efficiency.
• Conduct periodic evaluations of training programs through audits, feedback, and performance metrics.
• Ensure training and work practices comply with applicable quality management, environmental, and occupational health and safety standards (for example, ISO 13485, ISO 14001, and OHSAS 18001).
• Promote safe work practices in all training activities.
• Attend production meetings for assigned areas as needed and work on flexible schedules to meet training and delivery requirements.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or Associate’s degree or equivalent training certification required; bachelor's degree preferred.
• Minimum 1-2 years’ experience in manufacturing training, instructional design.
• Related roles; medical device, robotics, or healthcare manufacturing preferred but not required.
• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, and familiar with ComplianceWire, ETQ, and Agile PLM.
• Experience with Articulate Storyline preferred.
• Detail-oriented, analytical, proactive, and able to work effectively within diverse teams.
• Experience with Learning Management Systems (LMS) and training documentation processes.
• Problem solving mindset with a focus on quality and safety.

Skills

• Develop and update training materials, job aids, SOPs, and supporting documentation to improve assembly line performance and standardization.
• Evaluate staff competency on specialized machinery and equipment; provide or arrange qualification/certification training as required.
• Provide coaching and support to frontline leaders to strengthen workplace performance and compliance.
• Manage external vendors and specialized technical training providers as needed.
• Prepare training reports for audits, leadership reviews, and compliance documentation.

Benefits

As a Kelly employee, you will be eligible for Medical & Dental, a 401K plan, and a variety of other benefits to choose from. You will also be eligible for paid time off, including holiday, vacation, and sick/personal time. All Kelly employees receive annual performance reviews.

Pay

The standard shift for this role is 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM, with a minimum requirement of 40 hours per week. For highly qualified candidates with the required experience, flexibility in shift timing may be considered based on mutual agreement and operational needs.

Schedule

The physical demands of this role include occasional movement of training materials and supplies, along with periodic standing, sitting, or light positioning during training and work activities.