Training Specialist

JPS Composite Materials; Statesville (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits

401K with company match

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Quarterly Bonus opportunities

Corporate Discount Program

Job summary

JPS Composite Materials is seeking a Training Specialist to design, develop, and deliver technical and safety training for associates at the Anderson and Statesville sites in North Carolina. The role partners with the Training Manager and Supervisors to keep curricula accurate and up to date, while creating engaging video content and supporting new-hire onboarding.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's in HR/OD or related field with 3+ years in manufacturing training, and is comfortable

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, OD, or related field desired.
• 3+ years of experience developing training programs in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of textile machinery preferred.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to travel 30% to both plants (Anderson & Statesville).

Responsibilities

• Create, update, and standardize training materials, manuals, SOP-based modules, and instructional resources.
• Develop and roll out training and development videos.
• Develop and conduct soft skills and leadership programs (supervisory training, communication, performance management, team leadership).
• Build training folders for new hires and associates in new positions.
• Assist with orientation for new hires completing JSHAs, JQAs, and JSOs.
• Prepare and deliver weekly and monthly training reports to leadership.
• Provide feedback and support to Training Supervisors.
• Support audits and inspections related to training records.

Skills

Training design

Curriculum design

Leadership training

Presentation skills

Team collaboration

Safety training

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/OD or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

The Training Specialist is responsible for developing, organizing, coordinating, and delivering training programs that ensure associates have the technical skills, safety knowledge, and operational competence needed to support production goals at both the Anderson and Statesville sites. The specialist will assist the Training Manager with the development of new training tools to help develop skills during the training process and work closely with the Training Supervisors to ensure that the curriculum in the training plans is accurate and up to date.

Key Responsibilities

• Create, update, and standardize training materials, manuals, SOP-based modules, and instructional resources.
• Responsible for the development and roll out of training and development videos.
• Develop and conduct soft skills and leadership programs (supervisory training, communication, performance management, team leadership).
• Build training folders for new hires and associates that have been awarded a new position.
• Assist with orientation for new hires completing JSHAs, JQAs, and JSOs.
• Prepare and deliver weekly and monthly training reports to leadership.
• Provide feedback and support to Training Supervisors.
• Support audits and inspections related to training records.

Requirements

• 30% travel to both plants (Anderson & Statesville)
• Develop and edit training videos demonstrating machine operation, setup, changeovers, troubleshooting, quality checks, and standard work procedures.
• Convert hands‑on processes into clear visual training materials that employees can easily understand and reference.
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, or related field desired.
• 3+ years of experience developing training and development programs in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of textile machinery preferred.
• Computer skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
  • Capable of working independently and in a team environment.
  • Ability to work and interact with all levels of the workforce.
  • Possess a good safety, work, and attendance record.A
  • Available to work any shift as required

JPS Composite Materials (JPS, www.jpscm.com) is a wholly owned operating company within the Steel Partners Diversified Industrial Segment. JPS is a manufacturer of high-performance fabrics servicing the aerospace, military, commercial, and industrial markets.

The company’s materials are found in a multitude of composite matrix applications including commercial aircraft interiors, radomes for commercial and military aircraft, ballistic applications for military vests and vehicles as well as electronic applications including automobile sensors and telecommunication antenna. JPS has over 60 years of experience in our markets and is the primary supplier of these products in North America.

The corporate headquarters are in Anderson, SC with manufacturing facilities located in North and South Carolina.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits
• Company provided life insurance and short-term disability
• 401K with company match
• Flex Spending Account / Health Savings Account
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Corporate Discount Program
• Opportunities to thrive within the company
• Quarterly Bonus opportunities
• Referral and Retention Bonuses
• Sports Sponsorship for youth athletic coaches