OpX Training Lead

ZEUS Company; South Carolina; Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Zeus Industrial Products in Gaston, SC is seeking an Operational Excellence Training Lead to design and deploy training programs that build employee knowledge and skills. You will partner with teams to identify needs, develop materials, schedule sessions, and ensure smooth delivery across manufacturing and office environments.

Responsibilities include assessing training gaps, delivering in classroom, virtual, and on-the-job sessions, tracking participation and outcomes, and driving continuous

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in education, business, manufacturing, or related field preferred; instructional design experience valued.
• Ability to deliver oral and written instructions and adapt to different situations.
• Must have excellent presentation skills.
• Proficiency with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and MS Teams.

Responsibilities

• Identify training needs across the company and determine skill gaps.
• Design, develop and update training programs for manufacturing and office audiences.
• Oversee deployment and delivery of training programs across departments.
• Maintain training tracking and compliance with regulations.
• Deliver and facilitate trainings (classroom, virtual, on-the-job).
• Collaborate with SMEs, HR, and vendors to ensure content accuracy.

Skills

Training needs assessment

Presentation skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Project management

Communication

Learning management systems

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in education/business/manufacturing

Tools

LMS

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Job description

The Operational Excellence Training Lead is a key department position that contributes to the achievement of the company's objectives by making sure that employees get the right training to succeed, helping the company grow through learning and development.This role is responsible for supportingcompanyinitiativesandEPICvaluesintheareasofsafety,employeeengagement,employee retention, and continuous improvement.

The Operational Excellence Training Lead will be responsible for planning, creating, and deploying training programs that help employees develop the knowledge and skills they need for their jobs.This role will work closely with different teams and leaders to determine what determine what training is needed,designrelevantprograms,scheduleandorganizetrainingsessions,andmakesureeverythingis running smoothly. They perform minor content updates and work with the Instructional Designer/Developer for more extensive revisions.

Responsibilities

CoreRoles

• Identifyorganizationaltrainingneedsbyconductingassessmentstodetermineskill gaps and training requirements across the company, ensuring alignment with business goals and compliance needs.
• Design,develop,andupdatetrainingprogramsandmaterialstailoredtovarious target audiences within the manufacturing and office environments.
• Overseethedeploymentanddeliveryoftrainingprogramsacrossalldepartments, ensuring consistent implementation and access for all employees.
• Maintainoversightoftrainingtracking,includingmonitoringemployeeparticipation, competency assessments, and training completion using appropriate systems.
• Deliverandfacilitatetrainingsessions(classroom,virtual,andon-the-job),adapting delivery methods to different audiences and ensuring effective skill application.

CollaborationandStakeholderEngagement

• Collaboratewithsubjectmatterexperts,departmentmanagers,HR,andexternal vendors to ensure training content is accurate, relevant, and aligned with organizational strategy.
• Regularly meet with internal stakeholders to assess current processes, identify trainingneeds,andtranslateoperationalrequirementsintostructuredlearning programs.
• Communicateprogramstatus,risks,andopportunitiestostakeholdersandsenior management, ensuring transparency and alignment.
• Supportcross-functionalteamsbysharingbestpracticesandstandardizingtraining processes to promote consistency and efficiency.
• Evaluatetrainingeffectivenessthroughfeedback,assessments,andperformance data analysis, using insights to update materials and methods for continuous improvement.
• Ensurestandardizedprocesses,templates,andbestpracticesareestablishedand enforced for all training activities.
• Conductregularauditsandassessmentstoensurecompliancewithinternal standards and external regulations.
• Promoteacultureofcontinuouslearningandoperationalexcellencebyencouraging ongoing professional development and staying current with industry trends.

AdditionalResponsibilities

• Develop and maintain centralized databases of training materials, SOPs, and documentationtosupportknowledgemanagementandoperationalconsistency.
• Supportthedevelopmentandimplementationofstandardoperatingproceduresand work instructions to ensure adherence to best practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in education, business, manufacturing, or a related field preferred; relevant experienceincorporatetrainingorinstructionaldesign withinamanufacturingorskilledtrades environment is highly valued.
• Theabilitytocarryoutoralandwritteninstructionsalongwiththeabilitytoadapttodifferent situations
• Musthaveexcellentpresentationskills
• AbilitytoworkwithinbasicMicrosoft suite:Word,Excel,PowerPoint,outlookandMSTeams
• DemonstratesEPICvaluesinallinteractionswithnewteammembers
• Strongcommunicationandinterpersonalskills,withthe abilitytopresenttechnicaland operational material clearly to diverse audiences.
• ProficiencyinMicrosoftOffice,Google Workspace,andLearningManagementSystems(LMS); familiarity with project management and data analysis tools is a plus.
• Strongorganizationalandprojectmanagementskills,withtheabilitytomanagemultipleprojects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Experienceworkingwithcross-functionalteamsandunderstandingofhands-onmanufacturingor field environments.
• Knowledgeofindustry-specificregulations,safetyprotocols,andoperationalbestpracticesin manufacturing is advantageous.

About Us

Zeus Industrial Products, headquartered in Orangeburg, South Carolina, is the world’s leading polymer extrusion manufacturer and material science innovator. More than 50 years of experience in medical, aerospace, energy, automotive, fiber optics, and more allows us to set the bar high.

Zeus is a great place to work. Expectations are high; our work is meticulous and very precise. Zeus offers an opportunity to join a very successful, family-oriented team. Our products are cutting-edge, our process is unique, and our quality and customer focus are second-to-none. We are a leader in our field and have great relationships with our customers and team members. Many of our team members are the best at what they do in the world. Our customers are leaders in their fields. Our products help save lives.

Continuous Improvement is a way of life at Zeus. Successful candidates will have a desire and ability to take our manufacturing process to the next level. Expectations are high; our work is meticulous and very precise. You must possess the ability to work independently; and the desire to learn a variety of skills. The ability to communicate clearly is imperative, as is the ability to manipulate data using various software packages.

At Zeus, what we do matters, and we pride ourselves in “Turning polymers into possibilities.” Expectations are high; our products are cutting-edge, our process is unique, and our quality and customer focus are second-to-none.

Our employees and our customers are at the center of everything we do. Those relationships have been built on a foundation that is supported by our Mission and Vision:

Our Mission: Provide Solutions – Enable Innovation – Enhance Lives

Our Vision: Working Together – Doing It Better

Zeus is an exciting, innovative company that offers competitive pay and a great benefits package. As we continue to push the boundaries of polymer science, we're constantly in need of new ideas, new expertise, and new team members. Are you ready to join us?

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Job Info

• Job Identification 2349
• Job Category Human Resources
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations 115 15th Street, Gaston, SC, 29053, US