Training Manager / Coordinator - Grand Haven Area

the-pivot-group-careers; Grand Haven (MI); On-site; USD 67,000 - 106,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Rest and recovery

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network in Grand Haven, MI is seeking a Training Manager / Coordinator to design, deliver, and manage technical training for manufacturing personnel. You will coordinate external vendors, maintain training records, and optimize programs to raise safety, quality, and skills across production teams.

Join a network-focused firm that partners with West Michigan manufacturers to provide real insight beyond resumes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, HR, Business Administration, or related field required.
• 3+ years of training development and delivery experience in manufacturing or industrial environments.
• Experience designing, implementing, and evaluating training programs (safety, quality, technical skills).

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver technical training programs for manufacturing personnel.
• Coordinate external training vendors and manage training schedules.
• Maintain accurate training records and employee certification documentation.
• Conduct training needs assessments to identify skill gaps within production teams.
• Evaluate training effectiveness and continuously improve program content and delivery.
• Manage the Learning Management System (LMS) for course assignments and tracking.
• Create and update training materials, including presentations, manuals, and job aids.

Skills

LMS experience

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Education, HR, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

LMS

Job description

Training Manager / Coordinator | Grand Haven, MI

Salary Range: $67,000 - $106,000 depending on experience

Are you ready to take on a challenging and rewarding opportunity in {{role_field}}? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is committed to building meaningful connections in manufacturing. We partner with leading companies in Grand Haven seeking Training Manager / Coordinators.

We are building our network of talent in this field across West Michigan and the broader manufacturing region Pivot Group Network serves. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we actively look for skilled professionals in the regions where they operate. If there is alignment now or in the near future, we reach out.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Grand Haven region seeking Training Manager / Coordinators. These employers partner with us because they want real insight into candidates—not just resumes. By joining our network, you gain access to roles worth considering.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver technical training programs for manufacturing personnel.
• Coordinate external training vendors and manage training schedules.
• Maintain accurate training records and employee certification documentation.
• Conduct training needs assessments to identify skill gaps within production teams.
• Evaluate training effectiveness and continuously improve program content and delivery.
• Manage the learning management system (LMS) for course assignments and tracking.
• Create and update training materials, including presentations, manuals, and job aids.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in training development and delivery within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Proven ability to design, implement, and evaluate effective training programs (e.g., safety, quality, technical skills).
• Strong understanding of adult learning principles and various instructional design methodologies.
• Experience with Learning Management Systems (LMS) and other e-learning tools.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.

Bonus Qualifications

• Additional certifications or training

Job Titles That Should Apply

Learning & Development Manager,L&D Coordinator,Instructional Design Manager,Training Specialist,Organizational Development Specialist,Employee Development Manager,Workforce Development Coordinator,Talent Development Manager,Learning Experience Designer,Training Lead

Why The Pivot Group Network

The Pivot Group Network was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic—they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory. Learn more at https://www.thepivotgroup.org.