Training Manager / Coordinator - Ludington Area

the-pivot-group-careers; Ludington (MI); On-site; USD 64,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network in Ludington, MI is seeking a Training Manager / Coordinator to develop and deliver technical training programs for manufacturing personnel. You will coordinate external training vendors, manage training schedules, and maintain records and certifications.

You will apply adult learning principles and instructional design methodologies, working with LMS platforms and e-learning tools to design effective programs and assess their impact.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years experience in training development and delivery within a manufacturing environment.
• Bachelor's degree in Education, HR, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Proven ability to design, implement, and evaluate effective training programs.
• Strong understanding of adult learning principles and instructional design methodologies.
• Experience with Learning Management Systems (LMS) and e-learning authoring tools.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal 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 certifications.
• Conduct training needs assessments to identify skill gaps.
• Evaluate training effectiveness and implement improvements.
• Support the creation and update of work instructions and standard operating procedures.

Skills

Instructional design

Adult learning principles

Communication

Presentation skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

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

Tools

LMS

E-learning authoring tools

Job description

Training Manager / Coordinator | Ludington, MI

Salary Range: $64,000 - $102,000 depending on experience

Are you a detail-oriented professional with a passion for excelling in training manager / coordinator? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career advancement. We are collaborating with leading companies in Ludington seeking experienced 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 are working with companies in Ludington that are adding Training Manager / Coordinators to their teams. These organizations value quality over speed in hiring. By connecting with us, you position yourself for opportunities that align with what you're looking for.

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 certifications.
• Conduct training needs assessments to identify skill gaps.
• Evaluate training effectiveness and implement improvements.
• Support the creation and update of work instructions and standard operating procedures.

Recommended Qualifications

• 3-5 years experience in training development and delivery within a manufacturing environment.
• Bachelor's degree in Education, HR, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Proven ability to design, implement, and evaluate effective training programs.
• Strong understanding of adult learning principles and instructional design methodologies.
• Experience with Learning Management Systems (LMS) and e-learning authoring tools.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.

Bonus Qualifications

• Additional certifications or training

Job Titles That Should Apply

Training Manager, Learning & Development Manager, L&D Manager, Training Coordinator, Learning Coordinator, Instructional Designer, Training Specialist, Organizational Development Specialist, OD Specialist, Talent Development Manager, Workforce Development Manager, Employee Training Manager, Corporate Training Manager, Senior Trainer, Learning & Development 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.