Training Manager / Coordinator - Holt Area

the-pivot-group-careers; Holt (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network in Holt, Michigan seeks a Training Manager / Coordinator to develop and deliver technical training for manufacturing personnel, coordinate external providers, and manage the learning management system for tracking training records.

The role conducts training needs assessments to identify skill gaps, creates and updates manuals and job aids, and evaluates training effectiveness through feedback and performance metrics to drive operational excellence.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in training development and delivery within a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to design, implement and evaluate effective training programs.
• Strong understanding of adult learning principles and instructional design methodologies.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with LMS and e-learning authoring tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver technical training programs for manufacturing personnel.
• Coordinate external training providers and ensure compliance with industry standards.
• Manage the learning management system (LMS) for tracking employee training records.
• Conduct training needs assessments to identify skill gaps and development opportunities.
• Create and update training materials, including manuals, presentations, and job aids.
• Evaluate training effectiveness through feedback, assessments, and performance metrics.

Skills

Training development

Instructional design

LMS management

Communication

Presentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/HR/Education

Job description

Training Manager / Coordinator | Holt, MI

Salary Range: $65,000 - $103,000 depending on experience

Are you a seasoned professional with a passion for excelling in training manager / coordinator? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is committed to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting community growth. We are collaborating with leading companies in Holt seeking Training Manager / Coordinators to lead and enhance their operations.

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 partner with manufacturers across Holt seeking Training Manager / Coordinators who want more than a lateral move. These companies hire intentionally, and we connect them with professionals ready for roles that fit.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver technical training programs for manufacturing personnel.
• Coordinate external training providers and ensure compliance with industry standards.
• Manage the learning management system (LMS) for tracking employee training records.
• Conduct training needs assessments to identify skill gaps and development opportunities.
• Create and update training materials, including manuals, presentations, and job aids.
• Evaluate training effectiveness through feedback, assessments, and performance metrics.

Recommended Qualifications

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

Bonus Qualifications

• Additional certifications or training

Job Titles That Should Apply

Training Manager, Learning & Development Manager, L&D Manager, Training Coordinator, Learning Coordinator, Instructional Design Manager, Talent Development Manager, Organizational Development Manager, Employee Development Manager, Corporate Trainer, Training Specialist, Learning Specialist, Instructional Designer, Curriculum Developer, 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.