Training Coordinator

Union Technologies•Dallas, TX

21d•Onsite

About The Position

The Training Coordinator will play a critical role in developing skilled, safety-focused operators who can thrive in a high-volume, automated environment. You will design and deliver technical training, coordinate onboarding programs, document certification paths, and work closely with operations leadership to ensure employees have the knowledge, confidence, and capability to perform at a high level. This role is ideal for someone who understands industrial manufacturing environments, has a passion for people development, and excels at building structured training programs from the ground up.

Requirements

3+ years of experience in industrial training, workforce development, operations support, or a related manufacturing role.
Familiarity with mechanical/electrical systems, shop-floor equipment, and industrial safety practices.
Strong communication skills with an ability to simplify complex concepts for diverse audiences.
Proficiency in technical writing, creating presentations, and visual media
Ability to read and interpret SOPs, technical documents, and equipment manuals.
Comfortable working in a heavy-industrial environment and wearing appropriate PPE.

Nice To Haves

Experience using training software, LMS platforms, or digital recordkeeping systems (preferred).
Forklift certification or experience (preferred).

Responsibilities

Build and maintain training curricula for machine operation, safety, quality processes, and equipment-specific procedures.
Create structured onboarding pathways for new operators, including competency matrices, SOP reviews, and hands-on skill assessments.
Collaborate with engineering, safety, and production leaders to ensure training content is accurate, up-to-date, and aligned with production needs.
Deliver classroom, hands-on, and on-the-job training to machine operators and multi-craft technicians.
Coach employees on safe work practices, equipment setup, quality inspection steps, and daily production workflows.
Support cross-training initiatives to build a flexible workforce capable of supporting multiple manufacturing processes.
Manage all employee training records, certifications, and recertification schedules.
Ensure compliance with internal quality systems, OSHA training requirements, and defense manufacturing standards.
Update SOPs, visual work instructions, checklists, and training materials in collaboration with leadership.
Identify skill gaps and recommend targeted training interventions.
Support lean manufacturing initiatives by incorporating standard work and best practices into training programs.
Gather feedback from operators and supervisors to improve training materials and delivery methods.