Machinist Training Specialist

Primetals Technologies, Ltd.; Ghent (KY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical insurance (including HSA)

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Accident insurance

Hospital indemnity

Critical illness

Life insurance

401(k)

Flexible spending accounts

Education reimbursement

Quarterly bonus

Employee referral bonuses

Tool purchase program

Job summary

Primetals Technologies USA is seeking an experienced Machinist Training Specialist to develop, coordinate, and deliver technical training programs for manual and CNC machinists in our machine shop. You will design curricula, lead hands-on teaching, and ensure safety and quality standards are met across operations.

The ideal candidate brings at least five years of machining experience, journeyman certification, and a passion for coaching the next generation of trades professionals.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Journeyman Machinist certification or equivalent skilled trades experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of machining experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of CNC machining equipment and operations, manual machining, setup/operation, blueprint reading, precision measuring instruments, and quality standards.
• Demonstrated ability to train and develop employees in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of machining fundamentals, tooling, feeds, speeds, and precision measurement.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Ability to effectively communicate technical information to employees with different levels of experience.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to work independently while also collaborating with supervisors, engineers, and operators.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver technical training programs for manual and CNC machinists.
• Conduct hands-on instruction in machining practices, tooling, and measuring equipment.
• Maintain training materials, work instructions, presentations, assessments, and skill-validation tools.
• Evaluate employee competency through practical demonstrations, written assessments, and performance observations.
• Coach and mentor trainees to enhance technical proficiency, quality standards, and safe work practices.
• Support apprenticeship, onboarding, and upskilling programs.
• Collaborate with manufacturing leaders, engineers, and subject matter experts to identify training needs and develop learning solutions.
• Ensure training content aligns with company procedures, industry standards, and safety requirements.
• Monitor training effectiveness and recommend continuous improvement opportunities.
• Maintain accurate training records and documentation.
• Serve as a technical resource for machining best practices, troubleshooting, and process improvements.

Skills

Machining expertise

Training & mentoring

Communication skills

Reading blueprints

Safety awareness

Hands-on instruction

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Journeyman Machinist certification

Tools

Mastercam

CAM software

Job description

Primetals Technologies USA is a leading partner for engineering, plant construction and lifecycle services in the metal industry. We provide innovative and practical solutions to support our customers with long-term sustainability goals and their increased competitiveness. We believe the technical and economic know-how of our employees is the key success factor of our company.

We are seeking an experienced machinist to join our team as a Machinist Training Specialist supporting industrial maintenance operations. This position is responsible for developing, coordinating, and delivering technical training programs for manual and CNC machinists.

The ideal candidate combines extensive machining expertise with a passion for teaching, coaching, and developing the next generation of skilled trades professionals.

As a Machinist Training Specialist, you will play a critical role in ensuring employees develop the technical knowledge, practical skills, and safety awareness necessary to perform at the highest level while supporting operational excellence and workforce development initiatives.

Required Qualifications -

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Journeyman Machinist certification or equivalent skilled trades experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of machining experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of:

• CNC machining equipment and operations
• Manual machining equipment
• Machine setup and operation
• Blueprint reading
• Precision measuring instruments
• Manufacturing quality standards

• Demonstrated ability to train and develop employees in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of machining fundamentals, tooling, feeds, speeds, and precision measurement.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Ability to effectively communicate technical information to employees with different levels of experience.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to work independently while also collaborating with supervisors, engineers, and operators.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience as a CNC Machinist, Manufacturing Trainer, or Machining Supervisor.
• CNC programming experience.
• Experience with multiple CNC controls and machine platforms.
• Experience with Mastercam, CAM software, or similar systems.
• Experience with GD&T and precision inspection methods.
• Experience developing structured manufacturing training programs.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, 5S, and continuous improvement.
• Previous experience mentoring or supervising machinists.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver technical training programs for manual and CNC machinists.
• Conduct hands-on instruction in machining practices, tooling, and measuring equipment.
• Maintain training materials, work instructions, presentations, assessments, and skill-validation tools.
• Evaluate employee competency through practical demonstrations, written assessments, and performance observations.
• Coach and mentor trainees to enhance technical proficiency, quality standards, and safe work practices.
• Support apprenticeship, onboarding, and upskilling programs.
• Collaborate with manufacturing leaders, engineers, and subject matter experts to identify training needs and develop learning solutions.
• Ensure training content aligns with company procedures, industry standards, and safety requirements.
• Monitor training effectiveness and recommend continuous improvement opportunities.
• Maintain accurate training records and documentation.
• Serve as a technical resource for machining best practices, troubleshooting, and process improvements.

Work Environment

This position will be primarily based in the Machine Shop and will require significant hands-on interaction with employees and machining equipment.

The employee must follow all company safety requirements and applicable PPE requirements while working in operational areas.

The position may require flexible scheduling to support employees working different shifts and ensure adequate training coverage across the Machine Shop.

Primetals Technologies offers a full range of benefits, including paid time off, and

Insurance - Medical - including an HSA option, dental, vision, accident, hospital indemnity, critical illness, life & accidental death

Financial - Tool purchase program, 401(k), flexible spending accounts, education reimbursement, quarterly bonus, and employee referral bonuses.

At Primetals Technologies, we value difference for the benefit of our employees, our customers, and our Community. Primetals Technologies is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, or gender identity.