Training Specialist I

About the Role

Conduct training programs to strengthen new and existing employees’ technical and/or interpersonal skill development. Monitor and report on the effectiveness of training provided. May be involved in planning and designing existing course enhancements. Must be knowledgeable of manufacturing concepts, practices, procedures, and IPC standards.

Responsibilities

• Deliver classroom training.
• Learn core programs by observation and on-the-job training (OJT) to become a subject matter expert.
• Effectively use adult learning principles to maximize training effectiveness.
• Instruct classes on both first and second shifts.
• Schedule activities, classes, or events.
• Relate course material to actual on-the-job tasks and ensure development of these competencies.
• Achieve overall high satisfaction ratings (9.0/10.0 standard).
• Continue to develop and demonstrate effective instructor competencies.
• Follow all ISO and department procedures.
• Provide post-class and OJT training support.
• Assist in the further development of new and existing employees on the job.
• Provide timely feedback to management regarding performance gaps.
• Certify manufacturing employees using established certification procedures.
• Re-certify all manufacturing positions requiring re-certification in accordance with company guidelines.
• Produce and maintain training records, including documentation of training, test scores, certification, and re-certification processes.
• Maintain training records in the training database with 100% accuracy.
• Complete all administrative functions relating to training classes.
• Identify training needs and critical skills associated with each job function.
• Confer with management to provide training solutions.
• Develop instructional materials, including learning objectives, lesson plans, instructor notes, handouts, and class materials.
• Create effective just-in-time (JIT) modules using appropriate media.
• Evaluate training through multiple measurement systems, such as evaluation forms, quizzes/tests, hands-on assessments, certifications, and employee performance levels.
• Work on assigned projects.
• Attend and contribute to support staff team meetings.
• Maintain a satisfactory performance appraisal rating.
• Adhere to all safety and health rules and regulations associated with this position.
• Comply with and follow all company procedures.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources or a related field preferred; one to three years' experience in a training capacity; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• U.S. citizenship required.

Skills

• Language Skills: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Mathematical Skills: Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability, statistical inference, fundamentals of plane and solid geometry, and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
• Reasoning Ability: Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret a variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with abstract and concrete variables.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Frequently required to walk and lift/carry PCs and test equipment weighing up to 15 lbs.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision and extensive use of computer monitor screens.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• Primary workstation is located in the office area.
• Noise level ranges from low to moderate.