T&D Coordinator

Owens Corning; Brooklyn Center (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Owens Corning is seeking a T&D Coordinator to lead training and development activities at the Minneapolis site. This on-site role focuses on aligning TPM pillars with site goals, managing training content, and improving shop-floor skills through hands-on and formal learning.

The role requires strong communication, math, and TPM knowledge, plus experience with LMS and training material development. Collaboration with cross-functional teams is essential for success.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Strong computer proficiency with Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
• Basic mechanical knowledge and TPM Methodology.
• Experience in Continuous Improvement and/or creating Standard Work.
• 2+ years related manufacturing experience preferred.
• Experience Leading a T&D program and coaching/training is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate site Training and Development programs and processes to drive TPM progression and skill development.
• Maintain training records and cross training matrices.
• Track training hours and LMS usage; support audits.
• Deliver training material and facilitate sessions across the site.
• Support TPM initiatives and continuous improvement events.

Skills

Math skills

Communication skills

Reading technical manuals

TPM knowledge

LMS experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED equivalency

2-year degree or higher (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

T&D Coordinator

Location(s): Minneapolis, MN, US, 55430

Function: Manufacturing

Audience: College - Development Programs

Work Arrangement: On Site

Requisition ID: 69793

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

Coordinate site Training and Development (T&D) program and processes that drives site business results and TPM progression of T&D Pillar. Cultivate strong partnership with T&D Pillar Leader, leadership team Pillar Leaders, TPM teams and shop floor employees. Support up leveling of site skills through site skill matrix gap closure, analyzing training needs analysis, and loss-based training and development of hands-on shop floor learning standards and models. This is an essential role as the plant seeks to strengthen the skillsets and core competencies of all employees.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Safety and Quality

• Lives the Owens Corning Safety Stand and meets all safety requirements.
• Complies with all plant rules and safety regulations.
• Communicates safety concerns and/or equipment problems/abnormalities to appropriate personnel, maintaining strong communication with the appropriate line section operators to ensure immediate action is taken for product out of spec.
• Incorporates Quality fundamentals and customer impact in training materials and processes.

Communication and Collaboration

• Attend/lead various meetings and huddles, as needed.

• Demonstrate the ability to effectively communicate.
• Demonstrates flexibility to changing priorities as business needs dictate.
• Identifies and participates proactively in learning opportunities and develops expertise in those areas.
• Knows the chain of command to get support and willing to make decisions.
• Regular Attendance on site and the ability to rotate varying shifts for training needs.
• All other duties as assigned or needed.

Document & Knowledge Management

• Maintain training records and cross training matrices.
• Follows standard operating procedures and processes.

Organizational Support

• Support Management of Change process related to Training Package materials such as Standard Work, Skills Matrices, and Training Plans to ensure proper documentation is used for training when changes occur
• Explain the training cycle phases and supports master plan updates.
• Track training hours, training center use and other T&D KAIs/KPIs
• Prepare site and T&D Pillar members for T&D Audits
• Train employees on T&D process and tools while utilizing dynamic delivery techniques

Training Administration & Logistics

• Drive implementation of training plans, creating the plans in partnership with the leadership and as prioritized based on losses

• Support New Hire Orientation
• Train employees on T&D pillar and processes
• Initiate, coordinate and drive completion of skills matrices and qualification check sheets as prioritized by AM, FI, PM, and EH&S Pillars
• Assign content, create content and track training hours in the Learning Management System (LMS)
• Coach employees on the One Point Lessons (OPLs) process and on writing them
• Develop training materials and guide teams in creating training materials and models
• Manage the T&D Learning Center
• Must have experience or be willing to shadow the various machines/roles to gain knowledge of plant processes
• Support the training and development of colleagues

• Participates in continuous improvement events

TPM (Total Productive Maintenance)

• Works to achieve zero injuries, zero defects and zero losses
• Participates and supports plant TPM initiatives for all pillars
• Identifies and participates proactively in learning opportunities and develops expertise in those areas
• Utilizes Focus Improvement tools to problem solve
• Support TPM Teams on implementation of TPM the OC Way

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED equivalency

• Computer proficiency with Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Basic mechanical knowledge and TPM Methodology
• Previous experience in Continuous Improvement and/or in creating Standard Work

Preferred:

• 2-year degree or higher
• 2+ years related experience and / or training in a manufacturing environment
• Experience Leading a T&D program
• Coaching and training experience
• Development of training materials (hands-on, video)

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Proficiently demonstrate math and communication skills
• Ability to read and understand Technical Manuals and Specification Sheets
• Solid working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint and Word
• Maintain certifications and skill sets necessary to train employees
• Ability to facilitate training in various formats
• Ability to implement and maintain the Learning Management System within Talent Center
• Must be self-motivated to work independently and in a group, and meet targets
• Must have strong attention to detail

Nearest Major Market: Minneapolis