Training Manager / Coordinator - Whitehall Area

the-pivot-group-careers; Atlanta (MI); On-site; USD 67,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network partners with Whitehall, MI manufacturers to recruit a Training Manager / Coordinator. You will develop and deliver technical training for shop-floor personnel, coordinate external providers, and maintain training records.

This role emphasizes regulatory compliance, needs assessments, and program evaluation, with potential LMS implementation and VR/AR training tools where applicable.

Qualifications

• Develop and deliver technical training programs for manufacturing personnel.
• Coordinate external training providers and manage training schedules.
• Maintain training records and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Conduct training needs assessments to identify skill gaps.
• Evaluate training effectiveness and implement improvements.
• Create and update training materials, including presentations, manuals, and job aids.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver technical training programs for manufacturing personnel.
• Coordinate external training providers and manage training schedules.
• Maintain training records and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Conduct training needs assessments to identify skill gaps.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of training programs and implement improvements.
• Create and update training materials, including presentations, manuals, and job aids.

Skills

Strong communication

Problem-solving

Tools

LMS administration

Six Sigma/Lean knowledge

Instructional design cert (CPLP/ATD)

VR/AR training tools

Job description

Training Manager / Coordinator | Whitehall, MI

Salary Range: $67,000 - $105,000 depending on experience

Are you a meticulous 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 growth. We are collaborating with companies in Whitehall 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 Whitehall 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 providers and manage training schedules.
• Maintain training records and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Conduct training needs assessments to identify skill gaps.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of training programs and implement improvements.
• Create and update training materials, including presentations, manuals, and job aids.

Recommended Qualifications

• Strong communication and problem-solving skills

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with Learning Management Systems (LMS) administration.
• Familiarity with Six Sigma or Lean manufacturing principles.
• Certification in instructional design or adult learning (e.g., CPLP, ATD).
• Experience with virtual reality (VR) or augmented reality (AR) training tools.

Job Titles That Should Apply

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

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.