Training Manager

Power Solutions International • Darien, WI

60d • $105,000 - $115,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Training Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and managing training programs to ensure employees at all levels have the knowledge, skills, and competencies needed to perform safely, efficiently, and to quality standards. This role partners with operations, quality, safety, and HR to create a skilled workforce that supports plant productivity, compliance, and continuous improvement. The Training Manager will maintain and improve existing flex charts, support the Skilled Tier Program, sustain the Mentoring Program, and play a key role in developing and delivering training for newly onboarded employees to ensure a smooth and productive start. This position is based in Darien, WI.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Training & Development, Education, Industrial Management, or related field (or equivalent work experience).
• 5+ years of experience in training, preferably in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, safety standards, and quality systems.
• Experience with adult learning principles and instructional design.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; experience with LMS platforms preferred.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and facilitation skills.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.

Nice To Haves

• Professional training certifications (e.g., Certified Professional in Training Management (CPTM), ATD Certification, OSHA-authorized trainer).
• Experience designing and implementing training programs specifically for plant-level and production employees.
• Experience developing and managing cross-training and skills advancement programs in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in creating blended learning solutions (classroom, e-learning, hands-on, and on-the-job training).

Responsibilities

• Assess training needs through collaboration with department leaders, job analysis, skills gap studies, and performance evaluations
• Design, implement, and manage onboarding training programs to prepare new employees for safe, efficient, and high-quality work
• Develop and deliver training programs for production operators, maintenance staff, supervisors, and other plant personnel
• Maintain and update flex charts to ensure workforce flexibility and accurate tracking of employee skill levels
• Support and enhance the existing Skilled Tier Program by monitoring progress, validating skills, and recommending improvements
• Sustain and promote the Mentoring Program, ensuring effective mentor-mentee pairings and measuring program impact
• Create training materials, standard work instructions, job aids, and e-learning content tailored to manufacturing environments
• Coordinate with subject matter experts to ensure technical accuracy in training content
• Maintain training schedules and track completion records in the Learning Management System (LMS) or other tracking tools
• Evaluate training effectiveness using metrics such as productivity, quality, safety incidents, and employee feedback
• Ensure training meets regulatory, safety, and quality standards (e.g., OSHA, ISO, GMP)
• Lead "train-the-trainer" programs to build internal instructional capability
• Support continuous improvement by introducing new training techniques, technologies, and best practices
• All other duties as assigned by management

Benefits

• PSI offers a wide range of benefits from medical, dental, and vision to pet insurance as well as discounted prescription plans.
• Additionally, we also provide a 401k match, life insurance and AD&D, short- and long-term disability, and an employee assistance program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Industry: Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees