Manufacturing Training Specialist

Trystar Inc; Faribault (MN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Trystar Inc. is seeking a Manufacturing Training Specialist to develop, coordinate, and deliver training programs at the Faribault facility. You will partner with Operations, HR, Quality, and Production Leadership to ensure teams have the knowledge and resources to excel.

Based at our Faribault, MN site, you will drive safety, quality, and productivity through structured learning paths, materials, and on-floor coaching, while supporting continuous improvement and employee development initiatives.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; 2- or 4-year degree preferred in related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in manufacturing, training, workforce development, operations, or related field.
• Experience facilitating training programs in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to present information effectively to individuals and groups with varying levels of experience.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple priorities and projects.
• Experience creating training materials, work instructions, and employee development resources.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams).
• Ability to analyze training effectiveness and maintain detailed training documentation.
• Demonstrated ability to build strong working relationships across all levels of the organization.
• Ability to spend time on the manufacturing floor supporting and coaching employees.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate onboarding and manufacturing training programs for new and existing team members.
• Assess training needs across departments and develop structured learning paths.
• Develop materials, SOPs, and job aids with outside vendors; update as needed.
• Partner with supervisors, SMEs, Quality, and Safety to ensure training accuracy and effectiveness.
• Track training records, certifications, qualifications, and skills matrices for compliance.
• Evaluate training effectiveness through observations, assessments, and metrics; drive improvements.
• Support cross-training and workforce development for flexibility and growth.
• Assist with onboarding activities and cultural integration of new team members.
• Identify skill gaps and recommend improvements to enhance performance, quality, and safety.
• Serve as a training resource for employees and leaders to promote a learning culture.

Skills

Training facilitation

Manufacturing experience

Verbal & written communication

Organizational skills

Training materials development

Relationship building

On-floor coaching

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's or Bachelor's in HR, Education, Business, Manufacturing or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams)

Learning Management Systems (LMS)

Job description

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Manufacturing Training Specialist

Full-Time Employee Technical Faribault, MN, US

30+ days ago Requisition ID: 2782

Salary Range: $29.00 To $38.00 Hourly

Job Title: Manufacturing Training Specialist

Job Description:

Trystar is at the forefront of advancing power solutions, charged and driven by a committed, dynamic team, tackling complex challenges, and creating innovative solutions. We’re looking for motivated, driven, and talented individuals eager to be part of the future of power. Safety and integrity aren’t just buzzwords, they are the north star guiding us as we aspire to wow our customers every day. We’ve created power solutions that are not only durable and unique but are also the result of exciting teamwork from every corner of our organization.

Individually and collectively, every team member at Trystar plays for each other and strives to deliver unmatched value and 100% accuracy to our customers every single day. Our cutting-edge headquarters is in Faribault, MN, a facility that is partially solar and wind powered by our own microgrid! Together, we are Trystar, where we power the future and nurture innovation for a brighter tomorrow.

Trystar’s team members are our most important asset, and we are in search of a Manufacturing Training Specialist based at our Faribault, Minnesota facility.

Reporting to the Quality Manager, the Manufacturing Training Specialist will play a critical role in developing, coordinating, and delivering manufacturing training programs that support safety, quality, productivity, and employee development. This position partners closely with Operations, Human Resources, Quality, and Production Leadership to ensure team members are equipped with the knowledge, skills, and resources required to succeed and grow within the organization.

We are looking for people who believe in our guiding principles and values of:

• Safety – We believe everyone should leave Trystar facilities in the same or better condition than when they arrived.
• Integrity – We’re honest, transparent, and committed to doing what’s right.
• Customer focus – We have relentless focus on our customers and their success.
• Right with speed – We use good judgement, make thoughtful decisions quickly, and execute them with purpose and intensity.
• Play for each other – We’re a team. We show up for each other and we know that through teamwork we achieve greatness.
• Champion change – We know adaptation and improvement are requirements to survive and to thrive.
• Enjoy the journey – We create an environment where our team feels appreciated and has fun along the way.

In this role you will get to:

• Coordinate and facilitate onboarding and manufacturing training programs for new and existing team members.
• Assess training needs across manufacturing departments and develop structured learning paths that support operational excellence.
• Work with outside vendor to create training materials, work instructions, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and visual job aids. Update and maintain materials, instructions, SOPs and job aids, as needed.
• Partner with production supervisors, subject matter experts, Quality, and Safety teams to ensure training content remains accurate and effective.
• Track and maintain training records, certifications, qualifications, and skills matrices to ensure compliance and workforce readiness.
• Evaluate training effectiveness through observation, assessments, feedback, and performance metrics, making improvements as needed.
• Support cross-training initiatives and workforce development programs to increase flexibility, productivity, and employee growth opportunities.
• Assist with employee onboarding activities and ensure new team members are successfully integrated into operational and company culture expectations.
• Support continuous improvement efforts by identifying skill gaps and recommending solutions that improve performance, quality, and safety outcomes.
• Serve as a training resource for employees and leaders while promoting a positive learning culture throughout the organization.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Education, Business, Manufacturing, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in manufacturing, training, workforce development, operations, or a related field.
• Experience facilitating training programs in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to present information effectively to individuals and groups with varying levels of experience.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously.
• Experience creating training materials, work instructions, and employee development resources.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Teams.
• Ability to analyze training effectiveness and maintain detailed training documentation.
• Demonstrated ability to build strong working relationships across all levels of the organization.
• Ability to spend time on the manufacturing floor supporting and coaching employees.

Preferred skills:

• Experience with Learning Management Systems (LMS).
• Train-the-Trainer certification or adult learning experience.
• Experience developing skills matrices, qualification programs, and career progression pathways.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing, continuous improvement methodologies, or operational excellence initiatives.
• Experience supporting onboarding, employee engagement, and workforce development programs.
• Familiarity with ISO, quality systems, or manufacturing compliance training requirements

Additional Information:

• Position may require up to 10% travel.
• Position is primarily onsite in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds and move throughout production areas.