Production Trainer

Dover Corporation • Austin, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Production Trainer is responsible for delivering effective, standardized training to production operators and maintaining accurate training documentation. This role ensures new hires and existing employees are equipped with the knowledge and skills necessary to perform successfully. The Trainer works closely with Team Captains and Supervisors to assess training needs, implement development strategies, assess and document skills, and supports a high-performance production environment.

Requirements

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision; demonstrates initiative and a self-starting mindset.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess training needs and adapt methods as necessary.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to convey complex processes clearly and provide constructive feedback.
• Strong organizational and time management skills to balance hands-on training and administrative responsibilities.
• Experience in a manufacturing or production environment preferred.
• Familiarity with SkillStation or similar training management systems.
• Proven ability to deliver structured, hands-on instruction and accurately assess operator performance.

Responsibilities

• Support onboarding needs for new recruits, ensuring a smooth transition into production roles.
• Assess performance during the first two weeks and provide feedback to leadership.
• Deliver and monitor standardized training at workstations using SWIs (Standard Work Instructions) and hands-on demonstration.
• Monitor operator’s performance and provide immediate feedback as needed.
• Identify and coordinate cross-training opportunities in alignment with production needs and Skill Tracking resources.
• Coordinate with Team Captains to build team flexibility without disrupting workflow.
• Evaluate training outcomes and accurately document operator progress in SkillStation/SkillMatrix.
• Maintain up-to-date records and track readiness for skill level changes or retraining needs.
• Engage in daily communication with Team Captains and regular check-ins with Supervisors to align on training needs, schedules, and outcomes.
• Provide timely updates on training effectiveness, onboarding progress, and any issues impacting production.
• Balance daily responsibilities to ensure majority of time is spent on-floor delivering training.
• Maintain efficient scheduling, minimize production impact, and adhere to clear training agendas.

Benefits

• a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions
• medical, dental and vision insurance
• wellness programs
• health savings account
• health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• company paid short-term disability and long-term disability
• company paid employee basic life and AD&D insurance
• supplemental employee and dependent life insurance
• optional accident, hospital indemnity and critical illness insurance
• adoption, surrogacy, and fertility benefits and assistance
• commuter benefits
• parental, military, jury duty, and bereavement leaves of absence
• paid time off
• 13 paid holidays/floating holidays per calendar year
• paid vacation days
• paid sick leave
• business travel services
• employee discounts
• an employee assistance program that includes company paid counseling sessions and legal services

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed