Manufacturing Technical Trainer - San Antonio, TX
About The Position
The Manufacturing Training Coordinator supports FGS Manufacturing facilities by developing, standardizing, and delivering structured training programs. The role promotes consistent skills development, documentation control, and hands-on competency validation across multiple sites. As a field-based training resource, the position works closely with site leadership, Quality, and Safety teams to strengthen workforce capability, reinforce safe work practices, and promote standardized manufacturing processes. Regular travel between facilities is required to provide on-site training and align training practices.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- At least 5 years of fiber glass manufacturing experience.
- Proficiency with computer hardware and software, including Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Teams, and SharePoint) and Adobe.
- Strong communication, problem-solving, and motivational skills.
- Flexible scheduling availability.
- Experience working with diverse teams and departments.
- Ability to communicate technical processes clearly to diverse employee groups.
- Strong facilitation, coaching, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work cross-functionally with operations, quality, and safety teams.
- Basic math and writing skills.
- Ability to adapt and cross-train to learn all job duties as required.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to read drawings, instructions, and repair and assembly operations.
- Ability to sit regularly; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and talk or hear. Occasional standing, walking, reaching, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling is required.
- Vision abilities including close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
- Willingness to travel frequently between multiple locations.
Nice To Haves
- Associate or bachelor's degree in a relevant field, or equivalent experience.
- Fiber glass manufacturing experience in a leadership or coaching role.
Responsibilities
- Develop and deliver structured training programs for shop floor employees, focusing on safety, quality, and production processes.
- Provide computer-based and hands-on instruction and validate skills in machine operation, fabrication processes, inspection requirements, and safety procedures.
- Standardize training materials, work instructions, and standard operating procedures across multiple sites.
- Work with site managers and supervisors to identify skill gaps and implement targeted development plans.
- Maintain current training documentation, records, and competency tracking in compliance with regulatory and company standards.
- Partner with Quality and Safety teams to incorporate defect prevention, injury reduction practices, and audit findings into training content.
- Measure training effectiveness using performance metrics and employee feedback, and adjust programs to improve learning outcomes.
- Use digital tools, e-learning platforms, and blended learning methods to improve training accessibility across shifts and locations.
- Travel regularly to manufacturing facilities to deliver on-site training and support alignment of training practices.
- Promote a safe work environment by reinforcing compliance with OSHA, ISO, and company policies.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
