2nd Shift Frame Mill Trainer

Ashley Furniture Industries; Advance (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off

Employee discount on furnishings

Professional development

Wellness centers (location specific)

Telehealth

401(k) and Profit Sharing

Life Insurance

Job summary

Ashley Furniture Industries is seeking a Frame Mill Trainer to educate and mentor staff on frame mill operations, safety procedures, and quality control. The role focuses on developing training programs, conducting hands-on demonstrations, and certifying operators to ensure safe, efficient production.

The trainer will maintain documentation, coordinate with HR for onboarding, and collaborate with maintenance to address equipment-specific training needs while supporting continuous improvement and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 2–3 years of frame mill or furniture manufacturing operations experience.
• Proficient with Excel, Word and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Train new and existing employees on frame mill operations and safety.
• Develop and deliver comprehensive training programs.
• Demonstrate frame assembly techniques and quality standards.
• Maintain training records and certifications.
• Coordinate with supervisors and HR on onboarding.
• Provide coaching and feedback to improve performance.
• Ensure compliance with company safety standards and OSHA regulations.
• Collaborate with maintenance on equipment-specific training needs.

Skills

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Teamwork

Reading & writing

Basic math

Presentation skills

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Inventory scanning device

Job description

Build Your Career with Ashley!

Frame Mill Trainer

What Will You Do?

The Frame Mill Trainer is responsible for training new and existing employees on frame mill operations, equipment, safety protocols, and quality standards. This role ensures all team members are proficient in their assigned tasks and can perform their duties safely and efficiently while meeting production goals.

• Develop and deliver comprehensive training programs for frame mill operations
• Train employees on proper operation of frame mill equipment, including saws, assembly stations, and material handling equipment
• Conduct hands-on demonstrations of frame assembly techniques and quality standards
• Create and maintain training documentation, visual aids, and standard operating procedures
• Assess trainee progress and provide ongoing coaching and feedback
• Certify employees on equipment operation upon successful completion of training
• Train employees on all safety protocols, PPE requirements, and emergency procedures
• Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and company safety standards
• Conduct safety observations and provide corrective feedbackMaintain training records and certifications for all team members
• Report safety concerns and participate in safety committees
• Teach quality standards and inspection procedures for frame components
• Train employees on proper operation of frame mill equipment and computer tasks, including saws, assembly stations, and material handling equipment
• Ensure trainees understand production metrics and performance expectations
• Monitor production output during training periods
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and training enhancements
• Coordinate with supervisors to schedule training sessions
• Provide feedback to management on trainee performance and readiness
• Work with HR on onboarding processes for new hires
• Collaborate with maintenance on equipment-specific training needs
• Communicate training schedules and updates to production teams
• Assist with the training of other employees.
• Participate in team meetings and activities.
• Attend scheduled training sessions.
• Maintain reliable attendance.
• Work as a member of a team.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

What Do You Need?

Required Education: High school diploma or GED

Required Experience: Minimum 2-3 years of experience in frame mill or furniture manufacturing operations

Licenses or Certification: None

Necessary Skills and Abilities: Read, write, and comprehend the meaning of basic communications; Basic counting and math skills; Measure using English and Metric scales; Communicate and work with others and presentation skills; Ability to learn company’s basic computer systems; Must have experience with Excel, Word and Powerpoint. Operate inventory scanning device; Reliable; Punctual; Perform duties in compliance with company policies; Work with others as part of a team; Perform multiple tasks in a fast paced environment. Ability to demonstrate and teach manual skills effectively

Who We Are

At Ashley, we’re more than a business…we’re family. As the largest manufacturer of home furnishings in the world, we know what it takes to build incredible furniture and future leaders. We’re problem solvers with the grit to persevere during challenging times and innovators who won't coast when times are good. We create solutions, not excuses. And never settle for status quo. It’s the reason we’re always searching for better ways to deliver an exceptional customer experience. That's why Ashley Furniture is #1 in our industry.

Ready to grow? You’ve come to the right place. Ashley Furniture has a “Growth Mindset”, and once you join our team, you’ll learn from the best in the business.

Benefits We Offer

• Health, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Your Birthday off
• Generous Employee Discount on home furnishings
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Ashley Wellness Centers (location specific) and Medical Tourism
• Telehealth
• 401(k) and Profit Sharing
• Life Insurance

Our Core Values

• Honesty & Integrity
• Passion, Drive, Discipline
• Continuous Improvement/Operational Excellence
• Dirty Fingernail
• Growth Focused

About

To learn more about Ashley Furniture, our community engagement programs, environmental stewardship, and our core values, please visit our Corporate Social Responsibility information page:

Corporate Social Responsibility

We are an equal opportunity employer and provide a drug-free working environment. While Ashley appreciates the interest of all candidates only those meeting specific position requirements may be contacted. Principals Only.