Training Specialist

American SpiralWeld Pipe Company•Columbia, SC

12d•Hybrid

About The Position

AMERICAN SpiralWeld Pipe Company is hiring for a Training Specialist at their East Coast Operation in Columbia, SC. This role involves designing, developing, and delivering engaging learning programs to enhance employee skills, promote safety, and support operational excellence within a manufacturing environment. The position combines hands-on process documentation, multimedia content creation, and instructor-led facilitation for comprehensive onboarding and ongoing training across all departments. The Training Specialist will collaborate with subject matter experts and leadership to assess training needs, create department-specific curricula, and maintain effective learning resources. Training methods include video-based instruction, written materials, and interactive sessions to ensure employees are equipped to perform their roles safely, efficiently, and to high-quality standards. The Training Department supports all roles, including shop floor hourly employees and leadership personnel.

Requirements

Must be physically able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations.
Must have a four-year degree in instructional design or related field and three to five years related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Must be able to read and interpret documents such as policies and procedures, SOPs, JSAs and work instructions.
Must be able to build effective presentations and present information to small or large groups.
Must have strong communication skills, including the ability to adapt your approach based on your audience.
Must be able to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
Must be able to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, employees, government representatives, and the general public.
Must be able to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, and percentages.
Must be able to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
Must be able to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Must have interpersonal communication and conflict resolution skills.
Must be able to communicate effectively verbally and in writing in English.
Must have knowledge and skills working with Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, ability to create file structures and manage data storage utilizing OneDrive and SharePoint.
Must be able to handle sensitive and confidential information, maintaining confidentiality, integrity and demonstrating sensitivity to employees who communicate issues.
Must demonstrate success operating in our Core Value system: Performance, Partnership and Personal Accountability.
Must be able to work well with others and perform duties professionally under pressure.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of video editing software (e.g. Adobe Premiere Pro), use of cameras, microphones, and other media equipment.
Knowledge of 6S.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and deliver comprehensive training plans tailored to each department.
Conduct surveys, interviews, roundtables, consultations, and on-the-job observations to identify skills gaps and training priorities.
Collaborate with SMEs to ensure training content is accurate, relevant, and aligned with company goals, safety regulations, and industry best practices.
Film plant processes and edit high-quality training videos with captions, annotations, and clear step-by-step guidance.
Create supporting materials such as SOPs, work instructions, checklists, presentations, and e-learning modules.
Lead training sessions using engaging instructional techniques (digital learning, hands-on training, collaborative learning).
Support onboarding for new employees, ensuring a smooth transition into each department.
Administer post-training assessments, skills demonstrations, and knowledge checks to measure program effectiveness.