Lead MHE Operator Training & Safety Certification

Arvato; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) matching

Paid Time Off

Flexible Spending Accounts

Tuition Reimbursement

Commuter Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Arvato is seeking an Equipment Training Specialist in the Louisville area to develop, implement, and manage the organization’s Material Handling Equipment (MHE) operator training program. You will ensure employees are trained, evaluated, and certified to safely operate powered industrial trucks and related equipment in accordance with company policies and regulatory requirements.

You will deliver classroom and hands-on training, evaluate operator competency, issue certifications, and maintain

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience operating powered industrial trucks and other material handling equipment.
• Experience delivering technical or safety training.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA Powered Industrial Truck standards and safe operating practices.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and coaching skills.
• Strong organizational skills with ability to maintain documentation and records.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and electronic learning or recordkeeping systems.
• Ability to travel between Louisville-area facilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead the MHE operator training and certification program.
• Deliver classroom and hands-on equipment training for new and existing employees.
• Evaluate operator competency through practical driving assessments and written exams.
• Issue operator certifications and maintain certification records.
• Schedule refresher training, recertification, and remedial training as required.
• Perform audits and ride-along observations to verify safe operating practices.
• Maintain training records, compliance documentation, and certification databases.
• Ensure training programs comply with OSHA regulations and company policies.
• Support the MHE safety program by identifying trends and improvements.
• Develop and update training materials and standard work instructions.
• Certify and mentor facility-based trainers for consistency.
• Conduct periodic audits of trainer performance and compliance.
• Coordinate training schedules with site leadership and HR.
• Travel to Louisville-area facilities to train, audit, and improve programs.
• Track program metrics and provide regular leadership reports.
• Promote a culture of safety through coaching and positive reinforcement.

Skills

PIT operation

Training delivery

Documentation & records

OSHA standards

Communication

Organizational skills

MS Office / LMS

Travel readiness

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree (preferred)

Tools

LMS systems

Recordkeeping software

Job description

Arvato is seeking an Equipment Training Specialist in the Louisville area to develop, implement, and manage the organization’s Material Handling Equipment (MHE) operator training program. You will ensure employees are trained, evaluated, and certified to safely operate powered industrial trucks and related equipment in accordance with company policies and regulatory requirements.

You will deliver classroom and hands-on training, evaluate operator competency, issue certifications, and maintain