Manufacturing Training & Workforce Development Lead

Craftsmen Industries, Inc.; Saint Charles (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits including Medical, Dental and Vision

401(k) with company match

Opportunities for career growth

Job summary

Craftsmen Industries, Inc. is seeking a Manufacturing Training & Workforce Development Lead based in St. Charles, MO. This role focuses on developing and implementing effective training programs to enhance employee skills and support organizational goals in a manufacturing environment.

The ideal candidate should have a bachelor's degree, 5 years of relevant experience, and strong facilitation and communication skills. Benefits include competitive compensation and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in training or workforce development.
• Experience in manufacturing or custom assembly environments.
• Strong ability to manage multiple priorities independently.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement manufacturing training programs.
• Build relationships with employees and leaders.
• Promote compliance with OSHA standards.

Skills

Facilitation skills

Instructional design

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Proficiency with Microsoft Office

Experience in manufacturing

Education

Bachelor's degree or technical certification in Training & Development

Tools

ERP systems

Learning Management Systems (LMS)

Job description

About Craftsmen Industries

Craftsmen Industries custom manufactures unique specialty trailers and vehicles and large format printed elements for experiential marketing and industrial solutions for brands across the industry spectrum including Boeing, PepsiCo, and Anheuser‑Busch. We pride ourselves on creating our products fully in‑house from initial design and engineering to fabrication and the finishing touches of graphics and paint.

What Do We Offer?

• Competitive compensation
• Opportunities for career growth and professional development
• Comprehensive benefits including Medical, Dental and Vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• And Much More

Position Title: Manufacturing Training & Workforce Development Lead

Location: St. Charles, MO

The Manufacturing Training & Workforce Development Lead is responsible for developing, implementing, and sustaining training programs that enhance employee capability, operational excellence, and continuous improvement within a manufacturing environment. This role requires a high level of initiative, accountability, and collaboration across departments to support workforce development, safety, and organizational performance.

The successful candidate exemplifies the organization's BUILD Values by demonstrating a commitment to quality, teamwork, innovation, continuous learning, and disciplined execution.

Key Responsibilities

Training Strategy & Workforce Development

• Design and implement comprehensive manufacturing training programs, including onboarding, skill development, cross‑training, and leadership development.
• Partner with department leaders and Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to identify training needs and develop role‑specific learning solutions.
• Create and maintain SOP‑based training materials that support safety, quality, productivity, and operational consistency.
• Establish training metrics, accountability measures, and continuous improvement processes to evaluate program effectiveness.
• Build strong relationships with employees and leaders to ensure training initiatives align with operational goals.

Safety, Compliance & Continuous Improvement

• Promote compliance with OSHA standards and company safety policies while reinforcing a culture of workplace safety.
• Partner with Continuous Improvement and Operations leaders to integrate training into process improvements, standard work, and change initiatives.
• Translate continuous improvement efforts into sustainable training programs that support long‑term operational success.

Manufacturing Engagement & Collaboration

• Maintain a regular presence on the production floor to understand workflows, identify skill gaps, and support employee development.
• Develop and deliver hands‑on training related to manufacturing processes, safety practices, equipment operation, quality standards, and skilled trades such as electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and paint.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Production, Quality, and other departments to support workforce capability and organizational objectives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or technical certification in Training & Development, Education, Organizational Development, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in training, workforce development, employee education, or a related discipline.
• Experience working within manufacturing, fabrication, or custom assembly environments.
• Strong facilitation, instructional design, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities independently in a fast‑paced environment with limited structure.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and experience utilizing ERP and/or Learning Management Systems (LMS).
• OSHA or related safety certifications preferred.
• Ability to travel occasionally between facilities.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work in both office and manufacturing environments.
• Frequent standing, walking, and movement throughout production areas.
• Ability to occasionally lift materials and perform physical activities such as bending and reaching.
• Manual dexterity required for computer use and training activities.
• Ability to meet visual and hearing requirements necessary to safely perform job duties in a manufacturing setting.

Craftsmen Industries (and its subsidiaries) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This means that we consider all applicants for employment and employees eligible for employment without regard to race, marital status or civil union status, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, and/or any other characteristic protected by law. We also provide reasonable accommodations to our applicants and employees with disabilities in order to assist them in the performance of their essential job functions.

To learn more visit www.craftsmenind.com or www.schantzmfg.com.