Corporate Paint Trainer

Morgan Corporation

10d • Onsite

About The Position

The Corporate Paint Trainer develops and delivers a standardized paint training program across the organization. Serving as a paint subject matter expert, this role works with cross-functional teams to improve painting techniques, build team member capabilities, and ensure finished products meet engineering standards and customer expectations. The position supports paint operations across manufacturing locations, including through training, site assessments, quality investigations, and continuous improvement initiatives.

The role designs and delivers hands-on instruction for supervisors, leads, and technicians; maintains standardized procedures and learning resources; and evaluates and certifies painters using the Painter Skills Matrix. It provides practical guidance on automotive paint processes, equipment setup, blueprint interpretation, precision measurements, and application techniques. The trainer also collaborates with Quality and Warranty teams on paint defects and corrective actions, maintains training records, and supports compliance with established procedures.

The position is based in Morgantown, Pennsylvania, with travel to other manufacturing locations approximately 25% of the time. Work includes an office setting and visits to the manufacturing floor, where safety glasses with side shields and hearing protection are used.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree, technical certification (CPC, CIP, ASE), or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• At least 5 years of experience in paint operations.
• At least 2 years of experience in a leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of automotive paint processes, application techniques, and industry standards.
• Experience delivering technical training and developing team member skills.
• Ability to travel to other manufacturing locations approximately 25% of the time.
• Ability to occasionally lift files or computer printouts weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Use safety glasses with side shields and hearing protection when on the manufacturing floor.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with virtual reality (VR) training, instructional design, and modern learning technologies.
• Strong computer skills and experience coordinating training programs.
• Experience supporting training or operations across multiple manufacturing locations.
• Familiarity with Morgan Truck Body paint processes and Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills, including the ability to engage teams at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver hands-on paint training for supervisors, leads, and technicians, covering application techniques, quality, safety, and Morgan Engineering Standards.
• Develop and maintain standardized SOPs, training materials, and digital learning resources across locations.
• Evaluate and certify painters at different competency levels using the Painter Skills Matrix.
• Partner with Quality and Warranty teams to investigate paint defects, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions.
• Provide hands-on guidance in automotive paint processes, equipment setup, blueprint interpretation, precision measurements, and application techniques.
• Troubleshoot paint-related challenges and implement improvements to quality and efficiency.
• Support paint leaders across manufacturing locations to promote consistent processes, training, and quality standards.
• Conduct site visits to evaluate paint operations, identify skill gaps, and implement best practices.
• Maintain accurate training and certification records and ensure relevant team members understand and follow paint procedures.
• Travel to other manufacturing locations approximately 25% of the time.

Benefits

• Competitive pay and full benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and life coverage.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Leadership development.
• Paid holidays and vacation time.
• Exclusive discounts on footwear, eyewear, and safety gear.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager