Sr. Training Specialist (Manufacturing Technical Training)

Oshkosh•Bradenton, FL

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Pierce Manufacturing, an Oshkosh company, is hiring a Sr. Training Specialist to develop and implement training and development programs for Pierce Manufacturing and Frontline Communications team members. The role supports the design and deployment of strategic learning programs, particularly technical manufacturing training in areas such as safety, welding, fabrication, front-line assembly, paint, forklift operation, and material handling. The specialist will also contribute to training strategy, onboarding and upskilling, and program design. The position will help advance and establish a new training center and programs. The role 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.

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%.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Ability to complete projects on time within tight timelines.
Ability to manage medium-to-complex projects.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically Word and PowerPoint.
Proficiency in Adobe Acrobat Pro and InDesign.

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.
Innovative and creative thinking.
Focus on results and quality.
Prior experience with program design and/or curriculum writing.
Prior experience working in a manufacturing environment.
Prior experience with an LMS; Workday experience preferred.
Prior experience creating training videos and writing video scripts.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and deliver curriculum, courses, and related materials using appropriate training media.
Assess training requirements across the organization and work with production leaders to identify needs and develop programs.
Develop online learning modules and instructor-led training modules, and track learning through the Learning Management System (LMS).
Collaborate across business units and with internal stakeholders and outside vendors to customize and coordinate program design and delivery.
Research and write proposals; identify, evaluate, negotiate with, recommend, and implement vendor training courseware, materials, and media as appropriate.
Identify external training courses for employees when appropriate.
Participate in corporate and organizational development initiatives, including Town Halls and Employee Briefings.
Assist with coordinating training events and 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.
Follow established documentation styles and templates.
Participate in budget preparation and tracking, ensuring adherence to the department budget.
Follow guidance from leaders and monitor compliance and recordkeeping within the LMS.
Facilitate training content as needed to support the team.