Operations Training & Development Coordinator

Storyteller Overland•Birmingham, AL

13d•Onsite

About The Position

The Operations Training & Development Specialist is responsible for developing, coordinating, and delivering training programs that ensure employees have the knowledge, skills, and confidence to safely and consistently build high-quality adventure vehicles. This role partners closely with Production, Quality, Engineering, Safety, and People Ops to onboard new employees, certify production associates, develop existing team members, and continuously improve workforce capability. The Operations Training & Development Specialist helps establish a culture of learning, accountability, and continuous improvement by ensuring training content stays current and that employees receive thorough training on topics that set them up for success.

Requirements

Experienced manufacturing professional with a strong passion for safety, continuous improvement, quality and developing others’ capabilities.
Proficient in training, communication, presentation skills and demonstrating effective drive for continuous improvement.
Excels in cross-functional collaboration through effective communication.
Proficient with AI & Microsoft Office/Google Suite.
Strong organizational and documentation skills.
High School Diploma, Associate’s Degree, or Trade Certificate.
10+ years experience in production or manufacturing environment.
5+ years experience training, mentoring, or leading employees.
Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles.
Experience using formal training methodologies such as PDCA, 70-20-10, ADDIE, Tell-Show-Do-Review, etc.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and trends.
Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Problem-solving mindset with a focus on continuous improvement.
Ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
Prolonged periods of standing and walking around the manufacturing floor.
Knowledge of hand and power tool use.
Ability to reach, stretch, and bend to access components, equipment, and workstations.
Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, lay down is necessary for accessing low-lying work areas and performing tasks close to the ground.
Good visual acuity to inspect and ensure the quality of processes, components and products.
Ability to hear and respond to alarms, machinery sounds, and co-worker communication in a manufacturing environment.
May be required to sit for extended periods for computer work or documentation.
May be exposed to chemicals or substances used in the manufacturing process (proper safety protocols and PPE will be provided).

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree a plus+
Experience in RV, automotive, marine, aerospace, or similar manufacturing preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead and coordinate onboarding, new hire orientation, and training for new Operations team members, ensuring a consistent and engaging introduction to Storyteller’s culture, operating expectations, safety practices, quality standards, and ways of working.
Deliver hands-on, classroom, and on-the-job training across Operations functions, including Production, Quality, Warehouse, Procurement, and other operational roles, covering applicable processes, systems, tools, equipment, standard work, operating procedures, quality expectations, and role-specific competencies.
Develop, coordinate, and maintain structured training plans and learning pathways for new hires, employees transitioning into new roles, and team members developing additional skills or cross-functional capabilities.
Partner with Operations leaders and subject matter experts to define role-specific competencies, training requirements, and proficiency expectations and establish consistent methods for validating employee readiness and competency.
Evaluate trainee progress and performance through observation, knowledge checks, practical demonstrations, and other appropriate methods; provide coaching and feedback to strengthen understanding, confidence, and competency.
Partner with department leaders to identify individual and team skill gaps and develop targeted training, coaching, cross-training, and development plans to address operational needs.
Coordinate and deliver refresher or remedial training in response to process changes, quality concerns, performance gaps, safety incidents, recurring errors, or other identified development needs.
Participate in Root Cause Corrective Action and continuous improvement activities to determine when knowledge, training, documentation, or competency gaps contribute to operational issues and implement appropriate training solutions.
Develop and maintain training matrices, competency records, training materials, standard work, job aids, certifications, and other documentation necessary to track employee development and ensure training requirements remain current.
Conduct periodic observations and training audits to verify that documented processes and standard work are understood and consistently executed, escalating identified gaps and partnering with department leaders on corrective actions.
Partner with Design & Engineering, Process & Quality, Supply Chain, and other teams to support the successful introduction of new products, processes, systems, equipment, and product changes by developing and coordinating the required training.
Promote cross-training and workforce flexibility across Operations by identifying opportunities to expand team member capabilities and build greater depth and resilience across critical roles.
Continuously evaluate the effectiveness of Operations training programs and recommend improvements based on employee performance, quality data, operational results, leader feedback, and evolving business needs.
Contribute to the overall success of the Operations teams by co-elevating with team members through collaboration, cooperation, accountability, and camaraderie.
Perform additional responsibilities and tasks as assigned to support organizational, Operations, and team goals.