Operations Training Specialist - MD (87688)

Paycom - ATS; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 88,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(K)

Paid vacation and holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts

Job summary

The Gill Corporation-Maryland in Edgewood, MD is seeking an Operations Training Specialist to design, implement, and manage the plant’s training program for safety, quality, and efficiency.

You will develop curricula, evaluate operator proficiency, conduct audits, and drive continuous improvement projects aligned with AS9100 and Nadcap requirements; a strong focus on SOPs, EHS knowledge, and cross‑functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; advanced technical degree preferred.
• 5+ years hands‑on manufacturing experience; aerospace/advanced fabrication preferred.
• Lean/Six Sigma and continuous improvement experience; SAP experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain a structured training and OJT program for operators.
• Conduct hands‑on technical training on equipment, processes, safety, and quality.
• Evaluate proficiency and audit operator performance for compliance.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Safety, and Operations to improve SOPs and work instructions.
• Develop and report training KPIs and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Continuous improvement

Team leadership

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate's or Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/ Manufacturing/ Industrial Engineering

Technical training or military experience related field

Tools

SAP

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: 0T535 MD - Edgewood, MD 21040, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: $88,000.00 - $110,000.00 Salary, Job Shift: 1st Shift, Who We Are:

The Gill Corporation-Maryland has long been a leader in providing high-quality, lightweight structural core materials to the aerospace, marine, construction, rail, and industrial markets. We specialize in a wide variety of structural honeycomb core materials. By utilizing broad engineering expertise along with sophisticated 5-axis CNC machining and special processing, we have the ability to deliver solutions that are responsive to customer needs.

Compensation for this role:$88,000.00 – $110,000.00, commensurate with experience.

On-site - Monday through Friday. Relocation assistance is not available for this role.

Summary:

The Operations Training Specialist designs, implements, and manages the operational training program to ensure the highest standards of safety, quality, and efficiency within the aerospace manufacturing plant. This role is responsible for developing training curricula, evaluating operator proficiencies, and conducting periodic process audits. Additionally, this individual serves as a key member for continuous improvement projects related to operational excellence.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:

• Design, develop, and maintain a structured training and OJT program for manufacturing operators, including training curricula, qualification pathways, proficiency milestones, competency matrices, and cross-training requirements.
• Conduct hands‑on technical training for new and existing operators on equipment, manufacturing processes, safety requirements, quality standards, SOPs, and applicable EHS and chemical‑handling requirements.
• Evaluate and certify operator proficiency through practical assessments, demonstrated performance, quality results, and established competency requirements; periodically audit qualified operators to ensure continued compliance.
• Partner with Engineering, Quality, Safety, and Operations to develop, review, and improve SOPs, work instructions, visual aids, and standard work to ensure accuracy, clarity, consistency, and ease of use.
• Identify training gaps, production bottlenecks, recurring quality issues, process variation, and opportunities to improve workforce capability, production flow, cycle time, scrap, waste, and overall operational efficiency.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities, including Kaizen, 5S, Value Stream Mapping (VSM), time studies, and structured root‑cause analysis using tools such as 8D, 5‑Why, and Fishbone analysis.
• Maintain accurate and audit‑ready training, qualification, certification, and continuous improvement records in accordance with Company requirements and applicable aerospace quality standards, including AS9100 and applicable Nadcap requirements.
• Develop, track, analyze, and report training and operational KPIs, including training completion, operator qualification, cross‑training coverage, quality performance, cycle‑time efficiency, scrap reduction, and continuous improvement results.
• Serve as a liaison between plant leadership, Engineering, Quality, Safety, supervisors, trainers, and shop‑floor employees to promote consistent training, standard work, safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Establish clear proficiency milestones and standard timelines to systematically track an operator’s progress from onboarding to full autonomy.
• Perform all responsibilities in accordance with departmental and plant safety requirements and promptly report unsafe conditions to the appropriate member of management.
• Design, build, and maintain a structured, matrixed training curriculum for all manufacturing operators and production lines.
• Conduct hands‑on technical training for new hires and existing operators on machinery, assembly techniques, safety protocols, and quality standards.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications: Qualifications and Education Required

• High school diploma or GED required; Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in a technical or engineering field (Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering) OR equivalent technical training/military experience in a related field desired.
• Minimum of five (5) years of hands‑on experience in manufacturing, production, or a related industrial environment. Aerospace, composites, or advanced metallic fabrication preferred.
• Prior supervisory or leadership experience in manufacturing, operations, planning, or scheduling desired.
• Working knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement tools; experience with SAP preferred.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and ability to work within a team setting.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes with mechanical aptitude and the ability to translate technical concepts into practical instruction.
• Ability to multitask in a high‑paced manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with general business practices and operations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, PowerPoint, Project, and Access.
• Must have English reading, writing, and verbal communication skills sufficient to read, write, understand, and communicate the company operating procedures and policies.

Physical Demands

While performing the essential duties and responsibilities of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to walk. The employee is occasionally required to sit, stoop, kneel, and crouch. The employee may regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and may lift and/or move up to 50 pounds with assistance. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

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Benefits offered:

• Full range of medical benefits, dental, vision
• Life Insurance
• 401(K)
• Paid Vacation and 10 Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee discounts to theme parks, attractions, shows, and more!

ITAR Requirement:

This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants will be asked to provide specific documentation to verify U.S. person status under the ITAR and the EAR. A U.S. person, according to their definition, is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee or asylee.

The Gill Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants for all job openings are welcome and will be considered without regard to race, religious creed, color, age, sex, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, military service, veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, or any other classification protected by federal, state, and local laws and ordinances.

The Gill Corporation provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local law. If you require accommodation in the application process, please notify the Human Resources Department.