Training Operations Specialist II

Southwire•Starkville, MS

1d•Onsite

About The Position

A leader in technology and innovation, Southwire Company, LLC is one of North America’s largest wire and cable producers. Southwire and its subsidiaries manufacture building wire and cable, utility products, metal-clad cable, portable and electronic cord products, OEM wire products and engineered products. In addition, Southwire supplies assembled products, contractor equipment, electrical components, hand tools and jobsite power and lighting solutions. The company also offers digital solutions including contractor planning and utility grid resiliency as well as field services including cable testing, rejuvenation and replacement to support our customers as a value-add partner. We are proud to offer competitive compensation, employee benefits, tuition reimbursement and unlimited growth opportunities. Our more than seven decades of progressive growth can be attributed to our determination to developing innovative systems and solutions, exercising environmental stewardship and enhancing the well-being of the communities in which we work and live. How will you power what’s possible? Location: Starkville, MS Plant Job Summary The Specialist II, Training Operations is responsible for executing training programs at the operational level, focusing on the delivery and support of training initiatives. This role ensures team members receive effective onboarding, safety, and skills-based training. The Training Specialist for Operations supports the implementation of corporate training strategies, maintains training documentation, and partners with site leadership to drive a culture of continuous learning and operational excellence.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Education, or business-related field
2-4 Years of experience in Training or operations in a manufacturing environment

Nice To Haves

Specialized Degree: Education, HR, Organizational Development or related field
5-7 Years of experience in Knowledge of adult learning principles, Training, Learning & Development, Continuous Improvement, or Organization Operations in a manufacturing environment

Responsibilities

Provides strategic leadership and executes training programs at the operational level, focusing on delivery and support
Executes training plans and provides feedback for improvement
Customizes and localizes training materials for specific roles or departments; facilitates in-person & virtual training
Delivers onboarding, safety, and job-specific training to hourly team members; mentors and others, may lead projects
Drive change communication and training rollout during change initiatives
Partners with supervisors and frontline employees to identify training gaps
Maintains training records and ensures documentation is up to date at the local level
Collects feedback and reports on training, participation and comprehension
Demonstrates learning commitment: required to develop skills in facilitation, LMS management, and instructional design