Training Specialist - Operational Excellence

Socket.dev; Seneca (SC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

BorgWarner in Seneca, SC is seeking a Training Specialist to deliver technical and tactical training for hourly production teams. You will conduct classroom and field instruction, administer assessments, and develop curriculums to certify and document training for employees.

The role focuses on live training (70%), administration (20%), and special projects (10%), with travel occasionally required. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential to coordinate materials, ensure

Qualifications

• High School diploma required; AA/technical degree preferred.
• 1+ year manufacturing production experience preferred.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver technical and tactical training for hourly production teams.
• Conduct classroom and field instruction and administer assessments.
• Create and implement curriculums; certify and document training for employees.

Skills

Public speaking

Leadership

Training delivery

Curriculum development

Assessment administering

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Education

High School Diploma

AA or technical degree preferred

Tools

MS Office

Job description

The Training Specialist is responsible for delivering technical and tactical training of hourly product and non-product builders (production team members). This includes classroom instruction, field instruction, and administering assessments. This position is also involved in the creation and implementation of curriculums. Principally, this role will deliver, coordinate, certify and document training for employees.

Live Training and Events (70%)

• Conduct classroom and floor training sessions for production team members in various production functions: assembly, machining, logistics and other hourly support groups
• Drive employment success by serving as a mentor/coach of current employees during execution of training plan
• Use judgment and analytical methods to assess competency level of trainees, this may include oral, written and demonstration assessments
• Continually seek to improve work processes and individual performance
• Provide support to Manufacturing Operations in completion of site training objectives and goals; Collaborate with operations to create effective user-focused work instructions, and other training materials as needed to support manufacturing training efforts
• Produce training materials for in-house courses as appropriate; Amend and revise materials as necessary
• Identify and assess training needs of operations staff by conferring with leadership

Administration (20%)

• Track training plantwide, inclusive of annual and mandatory training; maintain training matrices and records
• Coordinate and maintain training materials as a result of process or work instruction updates
• Establish consistent documentation practices across operations, audit documentation to ensure compliance
• Ensure that each area has training materials completed, review and update periodically
• Coordinate, schedule and conduct technical training for new hires and current employees in the operations areas
• Organize the training, including review the list of participants, distribution of materials and training, monitor trainee in training, support OJT trainers in training
• Adhere to quality and safety standards within the department
• Adhere to company policies and operational procedures
• Perform additional tasks as assigned

Special Projects (10%)

• Coordinate and facilitate information sessions and tours with BorgWarner partners (e.g. technical colleges and governmental agencies)
• May serve in various internal company committees (Safety, Culture, Etc.)
• Other projects as assigned

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs):

• Excellent computer skills in Microsoft Office and Outlook products
• Ability to stand, sit and walk on a daily basis in classroom and manufacturing floor environment for extended periods of time
• Ability to communicate effectively inclusive of public speaking before large audiences
• Good listening skills
• Demonstrated leadership skills with an extreme focus on confidentiality, integrity and safety
• Must have great people skills and have the ability to foster a learning environment with a diverse group of students
• Treats others with courtesy and respect
• Works cooperatively or independently and inspires a team effort with all
• Ability to communicate well in a busy work environment
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Teaching and facilitation skills
• Ability to determine training objectives
• Organizing and coordinating skills
• Ability to design, develop, implement, and evaluate training plans, curricula, and methodology
• Skill in preparing instructional aids and plans
• Perform basic office and computer work for extended periods of time

Additional Information: Travel is occasionally required (<10%)

Safety, Health and Physical Requirements:

• Stand for long periods of time including during operation of stand-up lifts.
• Lifting shoulder high up to 35 lbs. repetitively.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Repetitive motion activities including but not limited to assembly, walking, standing, lifting, loading/unloading carts.
• Occasional climbing of steps.
• All employees are responsible for knowing, understanding and complying with the safety policies and procedures.
• The noise level in the work environment is moderate.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus.

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; Associate degree (AA) or equivalent from two-year College or technical school or more is preferred
• Minimum of one-year manufacturing production experience required; Three or more years related vocational industry specific or educational industry experience is preferred

EEO Statement

“BorgWarner is an equal employment opportunity employer such that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.”