Training Manager / Coordinator – Kentwood Area

The Pivot Group Careers; Kentwood (MI); On-site; USD 67,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Careers is seeking Training Manager / Coordinator candidates for the Kentwood, MI area. This role focuses on developing and coordinating training programs across manufacturing environments, ensuring safety and standard work are integrated into daily operations.

Salary ranges from $67,000 to $106,000 annually depending on experience. The Pivot Group Networks connects with Kentwood-area manufacturers and supports career growth across Michigan's manufacturing regions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience coordinating or delivering training in a manufacturing setting.
• Knowledge of safety and standard work practices on a production floor.
• Strong recordkeeping and organization skills.
• Ability to communicate clearly with hourly staff and supervisors.

Responsibilities

• Maintain training records and track completion for each employee.
• Work with supervisors to identify skill gaps on the floor.
• Update training materials when processes or equipment change.
• Coordinate outside trainers and vendor-led equipment training.
• Audit work areas to confirm trained methods are followed.
• Report training progress and completion rates to plant leadership.
• Plan and schedule training sessions for production and support staff.
• Deliver onboarding training for new hires on safety, quality, and standard work.

Skills

Spreadsheets

LMS

Communication

Organization

Recordkeeping

Training delivery

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

LMS

Job description

Job Description:

Training Manager / Coordinator | Kentwood, MI

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

Are you a meticulous professional with a passion for excelling as a training manager / coordinator? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We collaborate with companies in the Kentwood area seeking experienced Training Manager / Coordinators.

We are building our network of talent in this field across Michigan’s manufacturing regions. 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.

This posting covers Training Manager / Coordinator opportunities with manufacturers based in and around Kentwood in Kent County, within about 30 minutes of the city, including Lowell and Ada.

The Opportunity

We partner with organizations in the Kentwood area that seek Training Manager / Coordinators. These companies are committed to building strong teams and look for professionals who can lead initiatives effectively. By connecting with The Pivot Group Network, you position yourself for roles that match your background and aspirations.

Usual Responsibilities

• Maintain training records and track completion for each employee.
• Work with supervisors to identify skill gaps on the floor.
• Update training materials when processes or equipment change.
• Coordinate outside trainers and vendor-led equipment training.
• Audit work areas to confirm trained methods are followed.
• Report training progress and completion rates to plant leadership.
• Plan and schedule training sessions for production and support staff.
• Deliver onboarding training for new hires on safety, quality, and standard work.

Recommended Qualifications

• Comfort using spreadsheets or learning management systems.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience coordinating or delivering training in a manufacturing setting.
• Knowledge of safety and standard work practices on a production floor.
• Strong recordkeeping and organization skills.
• Ability to communicate clearly with hourly staff and supervisors.

Bonus Qualifications

• Certificate in training or instructional design.
• Experience with lean manufacturing or continuous improvement.
• Familiarity with OSHA training requirements.
• Bilingual English and Spanish.
• Prior experience as a production supervisor or lead.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Training Coordinator, Training Manager, Learning and Development Specialist, Workforce Development Coordinator, Manufacturing Trainer, Production Training Specialist, Learning Management Coordinator, Safety and Training Coordinator, Training and Development Manager, Onboarding Specialist

Work Authorization

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship. Visa sponsorship is not available.

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.

Required Skills:

Resume Data Offers Multimedia Support Lean Manufacturing Development Manuals Management Skills Management System Six Sigma Analysis Training Programs Compliance Salary Hiring Partnerships Recruiting Compensation Human Resources Manufacturing Interpersonal Skills Presentations Records Materials Vendors Education Administration Preparation Data Analysis Design Business Project Management Training Communication Management

Salary Package:

$ 67,000.00 – 106,000.00 (US Dollar)