Training Specialist II

Southwire Company; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k match

Health insurance

Dental & Vision

Paid time off

Disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Career growth

Employee assistance

Job summary

Southwire Company, LLC in Kentucky seeks a Specialist II, Training Operations to execute and support training initiatives at the plant level. You will deliver onboarding, safety, and job-specific training to hourly team members, localize materials, and maintain training records to drive operational excellence.

Collaborate with site leadership to implement corporate training strategies, manage LMS assets, and participate in change initiatives while promoting a culture of continuous learning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education or related field.
• 2-4 years in training/operations in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of adult learning principles and instructional design.
• Experience with LMS and learning & development processes.

Responsibilities

• Provides strategic leadership and executes training programs at the operational level.
• Delivers onboarding, safety, and job-specific training to hourly team members.
• Customizes and localizes training materials; conducts in-person & virtual sessions.
• Maintains training records and ensures local documentation is up to date.
• Drives change communication and training rollout during initiatives.

Skills

Accountability

Change Management

Employee Engagement

Instructional Design

Learning Management Systems

Train The Trainer

Training & Development Needs

Training Records Mgmt

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Education or Business field

Job description

A leader in technology and innovation, Southwire Company, LLC is one of North America’s largest wire and cable producers. Southwire and its subsidiaries manufacture building wire and cable, utility products, metal-clad cable, portable and electronic cord products, OEM wire products and engineered products. In addition, Southwire supplies assembled products, contractor equipment, electrical components, hand tools andjobsite power and lighting solutions. The company also offers digital solutions including contractor planning and utility grid resiliency as well as field services including cable testing, rejuvenation and replacement to support our customers as a value-add partner.We are proud to offer competitive compensation, employee benefits, tuitionreimbursement andunlimited growth opportunities. Ourmore thanseven decades of progressive growth can be attributed to our determination to developinginnovative systems and solutions, exercising environmental stewardshipand enhancing the well-being ofthe communitiesin which we work and live.How will you power what’spossible?

Job Summary

The Specialist II, Training Operations is responsible for executing training programs at the operational level, focusing on the delivery and support of training initiatives. This role ensures team members receive effective onboarding, safety, and skills-based training. The Training Specialist for Operations supports the implementation of corporate training strategies, maintains training documentation, and partners with site leadership to drive a culture of continuous learning and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Provides strategic leadership and executes training programs at the operational level, focusing on delivery and support
• Executes training plans and provides feedback for improvement
• Customizes and localizes training materials for specific roles or departments; facilitates in-person & virtual training
• Delivers onboarding, safety, and job-specific training to hourly team members; mentors and others, may lead projects
• Drive change communication and training rollout during change initiatives
• Partners with supervisors and frontline employees to identify training gaps
• Maintains training records and ensures documentation is up to date at the local level
• Collects feedback and reports on training, participation and comprehension
• Demonstrates learning commitment: required to develop skills in facilitation, LMS management, and instructional design
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards

Required Education & Experience

Minimum Education Level: Bachelor's Degree

Specialized Degree: Education, or business-related field

Years of Experience: 2-4 years

Field of Expertise: Training or operations in a manufacturing environment

Preferred Education & Experience

Specialized Degree: Education, HR, Organizational Development or related field

Years of Experience: 5-7 Years

Field of Expertise: Knowledge of adult learning principles, Training, Learning & Development, Continuous Improvement, or Organization Operations in a manufacturing environment

Spans of Control

Does this role Manage Southwire Team Members: No

Travel

Travel: None

Physical Requirements

Standing: 50%

Walking: 25%

Working Conditions

Office

Plant/Warehouse Floor

Extreme Heat/Cold

Heights/Elevated Platforms

Equipment

Computer/Keyboard

Safety Glasses

Safety Shoes

Action Oriented

Plans and Aligns

Customer Focus

Balances Stakeholders

Nimble Learning

Skills

Accountability

Change Management

Employee Engagement

Instructional Design

Learning Management Systems

Train The Trainer

Training And Development Needs Assessment

Training Records Management

Benefits We Offer:

• 401k with Matching
• Family and Individual Insurance Packages (Health, Life, Dental, and Vision)
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Long & Short-Term Disability
• Supplemental Insurance Plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Programs
• Advancement & Professional Growth opportunities
• & More

Southwire is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.