Manufacturing Training Leader — On‑Floor Impact

Automatic Data Processing, Inc.; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Kanto Corporation seeks a Training Manager, Manufacturing Operations to lead training, qualification, and workforce-development programs across Production, Warehouse, and related functions. You will build systems moving employees from onboarding to demonstrated proficiency, working with Operations leadership, trainers, and subject-matter experts to ensure safety, quality, and operational standards.

The role emphasizes hands-on training on the manufacturing floor, developing curricula, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in training and development or related field.
• 7–8+ years developing, writing, implementing, and delivering training in manufacturing.
• Experience managing structured OJT programs and trainer development.

Responsibilities

• Develop, deliver, and continuously improve technical training and qualification programs for production and related functions.
• Own OJT framework including proficiency milestones and performance assessments.
• Coach and develop trainers, leads, and subject-matter experts to ensure consistent instruction.

Skills

Manufacturing training

Leadership

On-the-job training (OJT)

Adult learning

Curriculum development

LMS proficiency

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in training and development

Tools

LMS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Kanto Corporation seeks a Training Manager, Manufacturing Operations to lead training, qualification, and workforce-development programs across Production, Warehouse, and related functions. You will build systems moving employees from onboarding to demonstrated proficiency, working with Operations leadership, trainers, and subject-matter experts to ensure safety, quality, and operational standards.

The role emphasizes hands-on training on the manufacturing floor, developing curricula, and