Technical Trainer- 2nd shift

Vertiv•Lincoln, NE

13h•Onsite

About The Position

The Technical Trainer will be responsible for delivering standardized technical training to manufacturing operators across assembly and production lines. This role involves clearly explaining, demonstrating, and coaching associates on processes, procedures, and standard work to ensure understanding and adherence. The trainer will provide hands-on support during skill acquisition to accelerate learning curves and reduce defects, errors, and rework. Additionally, the role requires validating and documenting operator proficiency and certification in alignment with approved training standards. The Technical Trainer will also develop, update, and maintain technical training content, apply adult learning theory, analyze training data to identify skill gaps, and lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on training effectiveness. Maintaining accurate, audit-ready training records within the Learning Management System is crucial for safety, quality, and regulatory compliance. The position requires partnering with Subject Matter Experts, supporting new Trainer development, promoting training programs internally, and fostering a team-oriented learning culture. The role involves supporting the development and execution of training plans and driving measurable improvements in key performance areas such as time-to-competence, training compliance, operator proficiency, and reduction in training-related issues. The trainer will operate on a flex schedule to support multiple shift structures and perform additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

2+ years of experience in a manufacturing or technical operations environment.
Demonstrated experience delivering hands-on technical training to production associates.
Strong communication, facilitation, and coaching skills.
Proficiency with Learning Management Systems (LMS) and Microsoft Office tools.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in fast-paced manufacturing environments.
Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
Ability to influence, motivate, and guide others without direct reporting authority.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Not eligible for sponsorship for work authorization.

Nice To Haves

Experience with electrical, thermal, mechanical, or data center manufacturing systems.
Background in Learning & Development, instructional design, or adult learning methodologies.
Formal certifications such as Train-the-Trainer, OSHA, Six Sigma, or equivalent.
Experience partnering with senior leadership and cross-functional teams on workforce development initiatives.

Responsibilities

Deliver standardized technical training to manufacturing operators across assembly and production lines.
Clearly explain, demonstrate, and coach associates on processes, procedures, and standard work to ensure understanding and adherence.
Provide hands-on support during skill acquisition to accelerate learning curves and reduce defects, errors, and rework.
Validate and document operator proficiency and certification in alignment with approved training standards.
Develop, update, and maintain technical training content, including classroom materials, hands-on exercises, and visual work instructions.
Apply adult learning theory, blended learning, and microlearning approaches to improve retention and on-the-job performance.
Analyze training data, production performance indicators, audit findings, and trainee feedback to identify skill gaps and training needs.
Lead or support continuous improvement initiatives focused on training effectiveness, efficiency, and scalability.
Maintain accurate, audit-ready training records within the Learning Management System to support safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.
Drive increased training compliance across safety, quality, and regulatory domains.
Ensure training documentation supports internal audits, external audits, and operational readiness.
Partner with Subject Matter Experts to ensure training accuracy, relevance, and alignment with current manufacturing practices.
Support onboarding, coaching, and development of new Trainers when applicable.
Promote training programs internally by clearly communicating purpose, value, and expectations.
Foster a team-oriented learning culture that supports accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement.
Support development and execution of quarterly and annual training plans aligned to operational demand.
Drive measurable improvements in time-to-competence for new hires, training compliance rates, operator proficiency validation outcomes, and reduction in training-related quality or safety issues.
Operate on a flex schedule in order to support multiple shift structures across different training environments.
Perform additional duties as assigned in support of operational and business needs.