(OTS 54) Training Specialist

Diversified Services Network, Inc.; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 67,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability insurance

Employee assistance program

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Diversified Services Network, Inc. is seeking a Training Specialist to join the onboarding team in East Peoria, IL. You will deliver instructor-led and virtual training, run orientation sessions, and support new hires on the shop floor and in the office.

The role emphasizes safety training, knowledge assessments, and maintaining training records. Onsite work with cross-functional collaboration is expected.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of teaching or training experience.
• Prior experience as Training Specialist or in a similar role is preferred.
• Strong instructional and facilitation skills.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate new hire onboarding and orientation sessions.
• Deliver instructor-led and virtual training programs.
• Conduct safety and compliance training per company policies.
• Assess trainee knowledge and performance.
• Monitor trainee progress and provide coaching and feedback.
• Maintain accurate training records and documentation.

Skills

Instructional facilitation

Safety awareness

Digital & admin skills

Education

Teaching/training experience (2–4 years)

Job description

Position Overview

DSN is seeking a Training Specialist to serve as a key member of the onboarding team, delivering training both in the office and on the shop floor. This onsite role is based in East Peoria, IL, and plays an important part in ensuring new hires receive proper training and support as they join the organization. The Training Specialist will work closely with the onboarding and training teams to facilitate orientation, deliver instructor-led and virtual training programs, and support new employees through their transition into the company.

Position's Contribution to Work Group

• Key part of the onboarding team, providing training both in the office and on the shop floor.

Typical Day or Week in the Role

Typical Task Breakdown:

• Facilitate new hire onboarding and orientation sessions.
• Deliver instructor-led and virtual training programs.
• Conduct safety and compliance training in accordance with company policies.
• Assess trainee knowledge and performance.
• Monitor trainee progress and provide coaching and feedback.
• Maintain accurate training records and documentation.

Team Structure:

• Part of the onboarding/training team.

Work Environment:

• In-classroom and on the shop floor, providing training as part of the onboarding experience.

Candidate Requirements

Education & Experience Required:

• 2–4 years of teaching or training experience.
• Comparable background: prior experience as a Training Specialist or in a similar role.

Top Skills:

• Instructional & Facilitation Skills
• Safety Driven
• Digital & Administrative Competency

Additional Technical Skills (Required):

• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Additional Technical Skills (Desired):

• Manufacturing experience.

Soft Skills (Required):

• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain collaborative working relationships across departments.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.

Soft Skills (Desired):

• Adaptability and flexibility in a dynamic work environment.
• Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.

• 401(k)

• Dental insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid Holidays

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Salary expectations: 67,000-71,000 per annual