Training Specialist

El Camino Health; Stafford (CT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401K

FSA/HSA

Life insurance

Disability benefits

Paid vacation & holidays

Job summary

TTM Technologies, Inc. in Stafford, CT seeks a Training Specialist to deliver onboarding and on-the-job training for production operators and to develop plans to ensure readiness. The role partners with Production, Quality and HR to promote effective training aligned with organizational goals.

The position emphasizes hands-on training design, program delivery, and ongoing evaluation; ITAR compliance and stakeholder collaboration are key aspects of this role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in HR/Training or related field (or equivalent experience) desired.
• At least 2 years of training facilitation experience, preferably in manufacturing.
• Ability to assess training progress and communicate with Operators, Technicians, Engineers, Supervisors and Managers.
• Knowledge of procedures and process training in manufacturing operations.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook.
• Excellent written and oral communication; dynamic presentation skills; strong interpersonal skills.
• Able to work independently and in cross-functional teams; multi-tasking ability.
• ITAR: U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident required.

Responsibilities

• Identify training and development needs via job analysis, surveys and management input.
• Review strategy and delivery methods; continuously improve training processes.
• Develop and deliver training materials to enhance knowledge and skills.
• Plan, develop/facilitate, implement and track training programs for employees.
• Collaborate with management to determine training needs and programs.
• Evaluate training effectiveness using best-practice methods and improvements.
• Update training materials to reflect current business needs.
• Prepare annual training plan and reports on budget and results.
• Communicate training updates to managers and site leadership.
• Coordinate with outside vendors to facilitate training programs.

Skills

Communication skills

Training facilitation

Public speaking

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Training and Development, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

TTM Technologies, Inc. – Publicly Traded US Company, NASDAQ (TTMI) – Top-5 Global Printed Circuit Board Manufacturer About TTM TTM Technologies, Inc. is a leading global manufacturer of technology products, including mission systems, radio frequency(“RF”) components, RF microwave/microelectronic assemblies, and technologically advanced printed circuit boards(“PCB”s). TTM stands for time-to-market, representing how TTM's time-critical, one-stop design, engineering and manufacturing services enable customers to reduce the time required to develop new products and bring them to market. Additional information can be found at www.ttm.com.

The Training Specialist is a role that will collaborate with various Production leaders, Quality & Human Resources departments to ensure effective delivery and compliance of training to workforce. This position will play a vital role in promoting and implementing onboarding and training that supports the employee experience and drives organizational goals, including cross training initiatives and leadership development. The Training Specialist will have focus that emphasizes the on-the-job training experience for production operators, and will develop plans to ensure operational readiness. This position reports to the Stafford Human Resources Manager.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Identifies specific training and development needs within the organization for new hires and existing personnel through job analysis, surveys, interviews and regular consultation with management.
• Involves continuous review and analysis of strategy, training delivery methods, etc.
• Developing and delivering training materials on processes and technologies so as to ensure team members devlop, maintain, and increase their own technical and/or process knowledge.
• Responsible for planning, developing/facilitating, implementing, and tracking training programs for employees.
• Works with management to determine training needs and implements programs to support the identified needs.
• Evaluates effectiveness of training programs utilizing best practice methods to identify and implement improvements.
• Helps update training materials to reflect current business needs.
• Prepares and implements annual training plan and prepares reports to management on training plan & budget status, results and effectiveness.
• Communicates training issues, concerns and trainee progress to respective Manager and site leadership.
• Makes recommendations for re-training of employees and for improving training/training materials.
• Interacts with outside vendors to facilitate training programs as needed.
• Coordinates employee participation in outside vendor training as needed.
• Develops communications to ensure employees have knowledge of training updates & programs.
• Supports and helps drive organizational retention initiatives.
• Works flexible shifts as needed or requested.
• Perform other duties as assigned

JOB QUALIFICATIONS AND PREREQUISITES:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Training and Development, or related field (or equivalent experience) desired.
• At least 2 years of training and development facilitation experience desired, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to assess training progress and effectiveness and communicate effectively with Operators, Technicians, Engineers, Supervisors and Managers.
• Knowledge of procedures and process training or related experience in manufacturing related operations.
• Knowledge of training concepts and principles.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook.
• Excellent written and oral communication; dynamic & engaging presentation skills; strong interpersonal skills – good listener, seeks input from others, provide positive mentoring; organizational management – coordinate multiple training sessions/topics; effective time management; attention to detail.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks/projects;
• Ability to work independently and be a team player; work with cross-functional teams; build strong relationships- internally and externally;
• Ability to make effective, timely unbiased decisions;
• Able and willing to work flexible hours across all shifts as needed; work with minimal supervision.
• Due to ITAR requirements, applicants must be a U.S. Citizen or a Permanent Resident
• Regular attendance is an essential job function of this position

Note: This job description does not state or imply that these are the only duties/responsibilities to be performed by this employee. The employee may be required to perform additional duties within the capability of their skill level.

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Compensation and Benefits:

TTM offers a variety of health and well-being benefit programs.

• medical
• dental
• vision
• 401K
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Savings Account
• accident benefits
• life insurance
• disability benefits
• paid vacation & holidays

Benefits are available 1st of the month following date of hire.

Compensation for roles at TTM Technologies varies depending on a wide array of factors including but not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set and level of experience.

As required by local law, TTM provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired in New York, California and Colorado.

For California-based roles, compensation ranges are based upon specific physical locations.

Export Statement:

Must comply with TTM Export Control Policies and Procedures and all applicable laws including ITAR, EAR and OFAC including but not limited to: a) being able to identify ITAR product on the manufacturing floor and understand that access to these products and related technical data is restricted to only US Citizens and US Permanent Residents; b) recognition of Foreign Person visitors by badge differentiation; c) understand and follow authorization procedures for bringing foreign visitors into facilities (VAL); d) understand the Export and ITAR requirements for shipments leaving the US; e) manage vendor approvals for ITAR manufacturing and services.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability or protected veteran status.

TTM is always looking for top talent.

TTM Technologies, Inc. is a leading global manufacturer of technology products, including mission systems, radio frequency(“RF”) components, RF microwave/microelectronic assemblies, and technologically advanced interconnect products, including PCBs and substrates. TTM stands for time-to-market, representing how TTM's time-critical, one-stop design, engineering and manufacturing services enable customers to reduce the time required to develop new products and bring them to market. Additional information can be found at www.ttm.com.