Sr. Training Specialist (Manufacturing Technical Training)

Oshkosh Corporation•Bradenton, FL

1d•$73,200 - $117,800•Onsite

About The Position

The Sr. Training Specialist develops and implements Training and Development programs for Pierce Manufacturing and Frontline Communications team members and supports the design and deployment of strategic learning programs across the organization. The role focuses on technical manufacturing training, including safety, welding, fabrication, front-line assembly, paint, and forklift/material handling, as well as training strategy, onboarding and upskilling partnerships, and program design. The position will help advance and establish a new training center and programs for the Florida team. It is based onsite at the Pierce Manufacturing facility in Bradenton, Florida, with travel to the Frontline Communications facility in Clearwater, Florida. Travel of up to 10% is required. The specialist designs, develops, and delivers curriculum, courses, and training materials using appropriate media; assesses organizational training requirements; works with production leaders and stakeholders to identify needs and develop programs; and creates instructor-led and online learning modules. The role also tracks learning and compliance in the Learning Management System, coordinates training events, conducts on-the-job training and orientations, supports documentation and knowledge resources, works with vendors, and assists with budgeting and organizational development initiatives.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Seven or more years of experience in Training and Development, Management, or Organization Development.
Ability to travel up to 10%.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Training, Education, or Human Resources, or equivalent experience in instructional and program design.
Knowledge and application of adult learning theories.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Innovative and creative thinking.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Focus on results and quality.
Ability to complete projects on time within tight timelines.
Prior experience with program design and/or curriculum writing.
Ability to manage medium to complex projects.
Prior experience in a manufacturing environment.
Prior experience with a Learning Management System (LMS); Workday experience preferred.
Prior experience creating training videos and writing video scripts.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically Word and PowerPoint.
Proficiency in Adobe Acrobat Pro and InDesign.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and deliver curricula, courses, and associated materials using appropriate training media.
Assist in assessing training requirements across the organization.
Work with production leaders to identify training needs and develop programs to address them.
Develop online learning modules within the corporate Learning Management System (LMS).
Develop instructor-led training modules.
Track learning and monitor compliance and record keeping within the LMS.
Collaborate across business units within the segment.
Research and write proposals.
Identify, evaluate, negotiate with, recommend, and implement vendor training courseware, materials, and media as appropriate.
Work with external vendors and internal stakeholders to customize and coordinate program design and delivery.
Identify external training courses for employees as appropriate.
Participate in corporate and organizational development initiatives, including Town Halls and Employee Briefings.
Assist in coordinating training events.
Conduct on-the-job training, new-hire orientation, and on-demand training based on business needs.
Participate in industry training groups, internal education advisory boards, and user groups.
Support documentation standards for Training Center activities and products.
Develop and publish content in the knowledge repository and Training Center intranet site, and contribute to their continuous improvement.
Work within established documentation styles and templates.
Participate in budget preparation and tracking and help ensure adherence to the department budget.
Follow guidance from leaders.
Facilitate training content as necessary to support the team.