Specialist II, Operations Trainer

ASTEMO; Greenfield (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

ASTEMO in Greenfield, Indiana, is seeking an Operations Trainer to establish a Training Center of Excellence and deliver programs for shop floor operators through salaried staff. You will develop and coordinate training topics including 6S, Lean CI, and company policies to drive consistent performance.

The role emphasizes coaching, program development, and measuring training effectiveness to support continuous improvement in a busy manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• 4-year College Degree in Business, Education, Industrial Management, or related field, or equivalent experience
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in training, learning & development, or a related field
• Experience with training program development and implementation
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement principles
• Proficiency in Windows, MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and Outlook
• Strong organizational and time management skills

Responsibilities

• Development and implementation of training programs: 25%
• Coaching and mentoring employees on processes and procedures: 60%
• Continuous improvement and 6S training execution: 10%
• Documentation and reporting on training effectiveness: 5%

Job description

The Operations Trainer is responsible for establishing and maintaining a Training Center of Excellence. This role will develop, coordinate, and facilitate training programs for all levels of plant personnel, including shop floor operators, team leads, supervisors, managers, and salaried staff. Training topics will cover essential skills for working on the production line, 6S methodologies, continuous improvement concepts, and company policies and procedures.

Position Duties and Responsibilities / % Time Spent

• Development and implementation of training programs: 25%
• Coaching and mentoring employees on processes and procedures: 60%
• Continuous improvement and 6S training execution: 10%
• Documentation and reporting on training effectiveness: 5%

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

• 4-year College Degree in Business, Education, Industrial Management, or related field, or equivalent experience
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in training, learning & development, or a related field
• Experience with training program development and implementation
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement principles
• Proficiency in Windows, MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and Outlook
• Strong organizational and time management skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in the automotive or manufacturing industry
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience

Skills and Abilities:

• Strong facilitation and presentation skills with the ability to engage employees at all levels
• Ability to assess training effectiveness and adjust programs accordingly
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple training initiatives simultaneously
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Knowledge of adult learning principles and instructional design

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• May oversee & guide training personnel or support staff involved in training programs

Software:

• Basic experience required in Windows, MSWord, Excel, and PowerPoint

Essential to Job Functions:

• Ability to work for long periods of time while sitting
• Standing, walking, and bending for the duration of the work day
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds
• Visual ability to work accurately with detailed information and a computer screen
• Requires 5% travel
• Open-Office Setting
• Factory Setting with Noise

Equipment Used:

• Personal Computer

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