Specialist, Training Operations

Southwire; Waco (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with Matching

Health, Life, Dental, Vision

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Southwire Company, LLC is seeking a Specialist, Training Operations to execute and support training initiatives at our Atlanta-area sites. The role ensures effective onboarding, safety, and skills-based training for hourly team members and partners with site leadership to drive a culture of continuous learning and operational excellence.

The position leads training plans, localizes materials, delivers both in-person and virtual sessions, and supports change initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree highly preferred.
• Specialized degree in Education or business-related field.
• 2-4 years of experience in training or operations in a manufacturing/distribution environment.

Responsibilities

• Provides strategic leadership and executes training programs at the operational level, focusing on delivery and support.
• Executes training plans and provides feedback for improvement.
• Customizes and localizes training materials for specific roles or departments; facilitates in-person & virtual training.
• Delivers onboarding, safety, and job-specific training to hourly team members; mentors and others, may lead projects.
• Drive change communication and training rollout during change initiatives.
• Partners with supervisors and frontline employees to identify training gaps.
• Maintains training records and ensures documentation is up to date at the local level.
• Collects feedback and reports on training, participation and comprehension.
• Demonstrates learning commitment: required to develop skills in facilitation, LMS management, and instructional design.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Skills

Accountability

Change management

Employee engagement

Instructional design

Learning management systems

Train the trainer

Training records management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Education or business-related field

Job description

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A leader in technology and innovation, Southwire Company, LLC is one of North America’s largest wire and cable producers. Southwire and its subsidiaries manufacture building wire and cable, utility products, metal-clad cable, portable and electronic cord products, OEM wire products and engineered products. In addition, Southwire supplies assembled products, contractor equipment, electrical components, hand tools andjobsite power and lighting solutions. The company also offers digital solutions including contractor planning and utility grid resiliency as well as field services including cable testing, rejuvenation and replacement to support our customers as a value-add partner.We are proud to offer competitive compensation, employee benefits, tuitionreimbursement andunlimited growth opportunities. Ourmore thanseven decades of progressive growth can be attributed to our determination to developinginnovative systems and solutions, exercising environmental stewardshipand enhancing the well-being ofthe communitiesin which we work and live.How will you power what’spossible?

Location:Atlanta Distribution Center

This role will transition to our new Mega Distribution Center in Waco, GA (est. opening Q4 '26). Until then, the position will be based in Villa Rica, GA.

Job Summary

The Specialist, Training Operations is responsible for executing training programs at the operational level, focusing on the delivery and support of training initiatives. This role ensures team members receive effective onboarding, safety, and skills-based training. The Training Specialist for Operations supports the implementation of corporate training strategies, maintains training documentation, and partners with site leadership to drive a culture of continuous learning and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Provides strategic leadership and executes training programs at the operational level, focusing on delivery and support
• Executes training plans and provides feedback for improvement
• Customizes and localizes training materials for specific roles or departments; facilitates in-person & virtual training
• Delivers onboarding, safety, and job-specific training to hourly team members; mentors and others, may lead projects
• Drive change communication and training rollout during change initiatives
• Partners with supervisors and frontline employees to identify training gaps
• Maintains training records and ensures documentation is up to date at the local level
• Collects feedback and reports on training, participation and comprehension
• Demonstrates learning commitment: required to develop skills in facilitation, LMS management, and instructional design
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards

Required Education & Experience

• Minimum Education Level: Bachelor's Degree highly preferred
• Specialized Degree: Education, or business-related field
• Years of Experience: 2-4 years
• Field of Expertise: Training or operations in a manufacturing/distribution environment

Preferred Education & Experience

• Specialized Degree: Education, HR, Organizational Development or related field
• Years of Experience: 5-7 Years
• Field of Expertise: Knowledge of adult learning principles, Training, Learning & Development, Continuous Improvement, or Organization Operations in a manufacturing/distribution environment

Physical Requirements

Standing: 50%

Walking: 25%

Working Conditions

Office

Plant/Warehouse Floor

Extreme Heat/Cold

Heights/Elevated Platforms

Equipment

Computer/Keyboard

Safety Glasses

Safety Shoes

Action Oriented

Plans and Aligns

Customer Focus

Balances Stakeholders

Nimble Learning

Skills

Accountability

Change Management

Employee Engagement

Instructional Design

Learning Management Systems

Train The Trainer

Training And Development Needs Assessment

Training Records Management

Benefits We Offer:

• 401k with Matching
• Family and Individual Insurance Packages (Health, Life, Dental, and Vision)
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Long & Short-Term Disability
• Supplemental Insurance Plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Programs
• Advancement & Professional Growth opportunities
• & More

Southwire is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.