Training Coordinator

Kids for the Future; Perrysburg Township (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Kids for the Future in Perrysburg Township, Ohio, is seeking a training coordinator to train and lead a team of hourly entry-level associates in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You will have opportunities to enter our leader/manager in training program to grow your skills, knowledge, and network.

The role emphasizes coaching, safety, and quality, with flexible scheduling including potential off-shift work.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to lead, coach, and develop a diverse team of associates.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills are essential.
• Flexibility to work different shifts, overtime, and weekends as needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire a team of hourly associates to meet production goals and quality standards.
• Provide feedback, coaching, and training on performance, safety, and compliance.
• Monitor KPIs such as productivity, efficiency, quality, and safety and report results.
• Ensure adherence to company policies, procedures, and applicable laws and regulations.
• Identify and resolve issues affecting operations, such as equipment downtime or material shortages.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to reduce costs and improve customer satisfaction.
• Collaborate with other supervisors and leaders across the plant.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Team development

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

• Employee Type Exempt - FT

Description

As a training coordinator, you will train and lead a team of hard-working and talented hourly entry-level associates who produce high-quality products for our customers. In this role you will have the opportunity to enter our leader/manager in training program. This is a great opportunity to grow your skills, knowledge, and network in a fast-paced and dynamic manufacturing environment.

Schedule

Monday – Thursday 6:30am-5:00pm.

• When training needs arise on 2nd shift, your schedule will be 8:30am-7:00pm.
• Overtime will be scheduled as business needs arise.

Reporting

This position will report directly to the Operations Manager.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead by example and inspire your team to achieve production goals and quality standards.
• Provide constructive feedback, coaching, and training to your team members on performance, safety, and compliance.
• Monitor and report on key performance indicators, such as productivity, efficiency, quality, and safety.
• Ensure that your team follows company policies, procedures, and regulations, as well as federal, state, and local laws.
• Identify and resolve issues and problems that affect the operation, such as equipment malfunctions, material shortages, or quality defects.
• Participate in and support continuous improvement initiatives and projects to improve processes, reduce costs, and enhance customer satisfaction.
• Collaborate and communicate effectively with other shift supervisors and leaders in the plant and across the organization.
• Must be willing to work on off shifts as needed.
• Other duties as required or assigned.

Required Education and/or Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of two years of experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in a leadership role.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, coach, and develop a diverse team of associates.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic, and changing environment.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, equipment, and quality standards.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Willingness and ability to learn new skills and take on new responsibilities.
• Flexibility to work different shifts, overtime, and weekends as needed.
• Strong math and comprehension skills
• Excellent work ethic and ability and interest to assume greater responsibility