Manufacturing Trainer II

Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc.; Greenville (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and life insurance

401(k)

Profit sharing

Job summary

Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc. is seeking a Manufacturing Trainer II in Greenville, NC to design and deliver targeted training for LEAN manufacturing processes, safety, and continuous improvement initiatives.

You will coordinate programs such as Quality, Kanban, AS400, and New Hire Orientation, partnering with internal and external providers to ensure impactful learning experiences. The role emphasizes practical training, safety, and workforce development, with a focus on connecting

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Technical Degree preferred, or 7-10 years of manufacturing operations experience.
• 2+ years of Training/L&D experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Knowledge of training principles, adult learning, and facilitation techniques.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, technical systems, and product knowledge.
• Commitment to safety in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and time management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, Word).
• Strong communication across verbal, written, and presentation formats.
• Effective training facilitation and instructional delivery skills.
• Mechanical aptitude and technical understanding.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver training aligned to manufacturing processes and LEAN methodologies.
• Coordinate and facilitate MFG training programs like Quality, Kanban, Safety, and New Hire Orientation.
• Deliver compliance and skills-based training with internal and external partners.
• Track and communicate training metrics, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Promote 5S + Safety practices across office and manufacturing environments.
• Partner with leaders to link learning to business results and employee growth.

Skills

Training & Development

Facilitation

LEAN Manufacturing

Microsoft Office

Education

Associate’s or Technical Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job Title

Manufacturing Trainer II

Job Category

Manufacturing

Job Description

Employee Training and Development

Develop and deliver purposeful training materials aligned to manufacturing (MFG) processes, including LEAN methodologies, ensuring content supports both operational excellence and employee growth.

Coordinate and facilitate key MFG training programs such as Quality, HYPull, Kanban, AS400, Safety, and New Hire Orientation, connecting learning to real business impact.

Deliver and/or coordinate critical compliance and skills-based training programs, both internally and through external partners, including but not limited to:

• Shop Floor Essentials
• Resident Contractor Training
• Forklift Certification
• High Voltage Certification

Partner with external training providers to ensure seamless program execution and a positive, engaging learning environment that reflects the HYCare mindset.

Promote a culture of continuous learning by delivering training that is practical, meaningful, and reinforces safety, quality, respect, and care for people.

Continuous Improvement

Design and enhance training solutions that support the continuous improvement of existing manufacturing processes and the successful launch of new products, with a clear focus on value delivery.

Facilitate LEAN and waste reduction initiatives through Kaizen events, encouraging employee participation and ownership.

Develop, track, and communicate metrics that demonstrate the impact and outcomes of continuous improvement efforts.

Support the creation and maintenance of Value Stream Maps to identify opportunities for increased efficiency and flow.

Investigate, recommend, and help implement process and technology improvements that drive cost savings, safety, and capacity optimization.

Collaborate with stakeholders at all levels to identify and implement solutions that enhance both operational performance and the employee experience.

Champion and sustain 5S + Safety practices across both office and manufacturing environments, reinforcing a culture of accountability and care.

Continuously assess and adapt learning approaches to meet evolving business priorities and workforce needs.

Supporting the Business and Expertise

Partner with business leaders to proactively identify and deliver learning and development solutions that align with strategic priorities and operational goals.

Clearly connect learning outcomes to business results, individual development, and long-term career growth.

Monitor learner understanding and engagement, adjusting delivery methods as needed to ensure effective knowledge transfer and retention.

Enable and empower employees across all learning experiences, fostering confidence, capability, and accountability.

Stay current with manufacturing trends, LEAN practices, and learning innovations, applying insights to continuously improve training effectiveness.

Leverage internal and external data and trends to inform and evolve learning strategies.

Own the tracking, documentation, and reporting of all assigned and completed training for the location to ensure accuracy and compliance.

Actively participate as a subject matter expert in both internal and external audits.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate’s or Technical Degree (preferred), or 7-10 years of manufacturing operations experience
• 2+ years of experience in Training/L&D (manufacturing environment preferred)
• Knowledge of training principles, adult learning, and facilitation techniques
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, technical systems, and product knowledge
• Demonstrated commitment to safety in a manufacturing environment
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and time management skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, Word)
• Strong communication skills across verbal, written, and presentation formats
• Effective training facilitation and instructional delivery skills
• Mechanical aptitude and technical understanding

Job Type

Permanent

Contract Type

Full time

Work Hours

40

Travel Required

1-10%

Primary Location

HY US Greenville, NC (Plant)

Address 5200 Martin Luther King Jr Hwy

Zip Code 27834

Field-Based No Relocation Assistance Available No

Benefits

• Medical, dental and life insurance
• 401(k)
• Profit sharing

EOE/DEI Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer with an excellent benefit package including medical, dental and life insurance, 401(k) and profit sharing.

EOE/Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled

Company Overview

Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc., is a global leader dedicated to advancing the materials handling industry. We design, engineer, manufacture, sell and service a comprehensive line of lift trucks, attachments and power and technology solutions, marketed primarily under the Hyster® and Yale® brand names. As one of the largest lift truck manufacturers, Hyster-Yale is not only committed to transforming the way the world moves materials from Port to Home, but also delivering optimal solutions that meet our customers’ needs while ensuring outstanding customer care. Our achievements are driven by our people, our strong culture and commitment to our values, which are founded on a philosophy of integrity, respect and excellence. At Hyster-Yale, you can feel the loyalty from the inside out.