Training Manager

Emerson•Elyria, OH

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Emerson has an exciting opportunity for an individual with a passion for training and development. Based in our Elyria, OH location, the Training Manager is responsible for designing, building, and executing a best-in-class training system for our plant processes. This position will be responsible for creating and maintaining a standardized approach to technical training for departments within operations. This highly visible position works across many functions to ensure our products are being made to the highest quality standards possible. This is a great opportunity for the right individual to help lead the company through training and development.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in related field, plus 3-5 years of Training and Development experience, or equivalent
Experience working in a manufacturing environment is required
Goal oriented, confident, outgoing, & able to work well under pressure in a manufacturing setting
Above average Computer literacy, particularly Microsoft Office applications, and Adobe Creative Cloud or other video editing software.
Ability to develop and maintain standards, manage processes, and analyze information,
Legal Authorization to work in the United States – Sponsorship will not be provided for this role.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated ability to implement and manage production training programs
Demonstrated performance in continuous improvements (6S, Kaizen, process improvements, etc.)
Must possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including presentation skills
Strong organizational skills with emphasis on planning and prioritizing
Must be able to work independently, demonstrate effective initiative as well as good judgement

Responsibilities

Be responsible for designing, building, and executing a training system for our plant processes
Be responsible for creating and maintaining a standardized approach to operations training
Have proven skills in building/sustaining production training programs, including proper training materials, trainee/trainer interactions and monitoring the program’s effectiveness
Maintain training documentation essential to the position
Establish and maintain audit systems to verify compliance to safety, quality, & related production projects
Be a Problem Solver
Develop Others
Conduct plant-wide training needs assessment and identify skills or knowledge gaps that need to be addressed, including training records needs assessment
Implement processes and systems to address training needs and gaps
Work with subject matter experts, design & develop training programs in all production areas
Identify and implement the appropriate training methods or activities required
Designs, prepares and orders educational aids and materials
Periodically hosts training on off shifts as needed
Assess trainee/trainer effectiveness and determine the impact of training on employee skills
Advise management on training opportunities as observed and develop action plans as appropriate
Gather feedback from trainers and trainees to ensure training effectiveness
Acts independently to improve training processes
Maintain updated training records, including digital training records and training matrices
Directs and monitors trainers as they perform production training functions
Develop, implement, and maintain production wide audit systems (ensure effectiveness)
Comfortable giving feedback and presenting to management staff
Coaching, leading, mentoring, and teaching skills, as well as the ability to learn each job and the products
Act with integrity and respect in all relationships
Communicate openly and appreciate the effort of others