Training Specialist - Operational Excellence

BorgWarner; Seneca (SC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

BorgWarner is seeking a Training Specialist to deliver technical and tactical training to hourly production teams. You will conduct classroom and field sessions, administer assessments, and create curriculums, certifying and documenting training for employees.

This role emphasizes collaboration with operations to produce effective user-focused training materials and onboarding for new hires. You will also track plantwide training, update materials, and ensure safety and quality standards are

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; AA preferred.
• 1 year manufacturing production experience required; 3+ years related vocational/educational experience preferred.
• Ability to design, develop, implement and evaluate training plans and curricula.

Responsibilities

• Deliver classroom and floor training sessions for production team members.
• Coordinate, certify and document training for employees.
• Create and implement curriculums and training materials.
• Assess trainee competency using oral, written and demonstration methods.
• Track training plantwide and maintain records and matrices.
• Support safety, quality and standard compliance in training activities.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Public speaking

Leadership

Teaching

Facilitation

Curriculum development

Training delivery

Written communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate degree (AA) or equivalent

Tools

MS Office Suite

Outlook

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.”

BorgWarner is a global product leader in delivering innovative and sustainable mobility solutions. We are a company of innovators and independent thinkers that brings together talented employees, meaningful work and amazing technology in a unique environment. At BorgWarner we constantly work towards our vision of a clean and energy-efficient world. Our Culture BorgWarner promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive environment, honors integrity, strives for excellence, commits to responsibility for our communities and the environment, and builds on the power of collaboration. We believe the health and safety of our employees are a top priority.

Career Opportunities We manage talent as seriously as we manage our businesses and encourage you to learn about our proud history, strong culture, technologies, and vision for the future. We offer positions locally and globally with over 90 locations in 19 countries. If this position energizes you and you feel you can help us achieve our mission and vision, you are invited to submit an application for consideration. You may see the list of requirements and feel you do not meet all of them. However, remember that BorgWarner thinks differently. If your qualifications align with the majority of those outlined in this job description, we encourage you to apply and share your experience and skills with us.