Production Training Lead | Lean, Safety & Growth

Purple Mattress; McDonough (GA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) Match

Paid Time Off

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Job summary

Purple Mattress in Georgia is seeking a Training Specialist to conduct training for Production Laborers and to drive skill development on assigned production lines. You will work with the Line Manager to assess performance, document progress, and support continuous improvement initiatives.

The role requires standing for long shifts, lifting up to 50 lbs, and maintaining an excellent attendance record as part of a full-time schedule in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1 year of experience in manufacturing processing/assembly preferred.
• Prior training in a manufacturing environment is preferred.
• Basic lean principles and 5S knowledge preferred.

Responsibilities

• Champion safety rules and regulations.
• Perform and teach all basic processes and procedures within assigned department including machine operation, change overs, and advanced troubleshooting along with defect identification and inspection.
• Review development of skills, ability, and knowledge of new Production Laborers with the Line Manager during introductory period.
• Document training on individual training records and training matrix.
• Update Line Manager on completed and incomplete training.
• Evaluate operators for conformance with procedures during reviews.
• Ensure production flow rates through ongoing training of Production Laborers.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Training experience

Lean principles

5S knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Purple Mattress in Georgia is seeking a Training Specialist to conduct training for Production Laborers and to drive skill development on assigned production lines. You will work with the Line Manager to assess performance, document progress, and support continuous improvement initiatives.

The role requires standing for long shifts, lifting up to 50 lbs, and maintaining an excellent attendance record as part of a full-time schedule in a manufacturing environment.