Production / On-Site Trainer

Nicholas Associates Group Limited; Skegness; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Nicholas Associates Group Limited is seeking a Production / On-Site Trainer to support development and performance on the shop floor. This hands-on role delivers training, coaching, and support to new and existing team members while ensuring safety, quality, and productivity standards are met.

You will conduct inductions, support skills development, maintain training records, and work with supervisors to identify training needs.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Production Trainer, On-Site Trainer, Training Coordinator, Team Leader, or similar role within a manufacturing, production, or warehouse environment.
• Strong communication and people-development skills.
• Ability to coach, mentor, and engage employees at all levels.
• Good organisational and administration skills.
• Confident delivering practical, hands-on training.
• A proactive and positive approach to problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Deliver on-site training and coaching across production operations.
• Conduct inductions and onboarding for new starters.
• Support employees through skills development and competency assessments.
• Maintain accurate training records and training matrices.
• Work closely with supervisors and managers to identify training needs.
• Ensure all training is delivered in line with company procedures, health & safety requirements, and quality standards.
• Monitor training effectiveness and provide regular feedback.
• Assist in creating and updating training materials, guides, and standard operating procedures.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and best practices across the operation.
• Act as a point of contact for employee development and training queries.

Skills

People development

Coaching

Communication

Organisational skills

Hands-on training

MS Office

Tools

MS Office

Training documentation systems

Job description

Production / On-Site Trainer

On-Site | Full-Time | Permanent

About the Role

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Production / On-Site Trainer to support the development and performance of employees within a busy production environment. This is a hands-on role, working directly on the shop floor to deliver training, coaching, and support to new and existing team members. You will be responsible for ensuring employees are fully trained, competent, and working safely while maintaining quality and productivity standards. The successful candidate will be passionate about developing people, building capability, and helping create a positive, high-performing workplace culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver on-site training and coaching across production operations.
• Conduct inductions and onboarding for new starters.
• Support employees through skills development and competency assessments.
• Maintain accurate training records and training matrices.
• Work closely with supervisors and managers to identify training needs.
• Ensure all training is delivered in line with company procedures, health & safety requirements, and quality standards.
• Monitor training effectiveness and provide regular feedback.
• Assist in creating and updating training materials, guides, and standard operating procedures.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and best practices across the operation.
• Act as a point of contact for employee development and training queries.

Candidate Requirements

Essential

• Previous experience as a Production Trainer, On-Site Trainer, Training Coordinator, Team Leader, or similar role within a manufacturing, production, or warehouse environment.
• Strong communication and people-development skills.
• Ability to coach, mentor, and engage employees at all levels.
• Good organisational and administration skills.
• Confident delivering practical, hands-on training.
• A proactive and positive approach to problem-solving.
• Competent using Microsoft Office and training documentation systems.

Desirable

• Train the Trainer qualification.
• Experience working within FMCG, food production, automotive, engineering, or high-volume manufacturing.
• Knowledge of continuous improvement methodologies.
• Understanding of competency-based training and assessment processes.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for career progression and professional development.
• A supportive and collaborative working environment.
• The chance to make a genuine impact on employee development and operational performance.

About Us

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we’re happy to discuss flexible working options.

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