Manufacturing Training Manager

Overview

Located in Bristol, Rhode Island for over 50 years, Tri-Mack Plastics is a leading manufacturer of high-temperature thermoplastic components for the aerospace-defense, semiconductor, energy and medical industries.

Our broad capabilities include collaborative engineering, tool making, injection molding, thermoplastic composite processing, multi-axis CNC machining, bonding and assembly, testing and quality control - all within a modern, environmentally controlled 60,000 sq. ft. facility.

Our culture is based on values that promote respect, teamwork and accountability and we are committed to meeting customer requirements through our ISO 9001/AS9100 quality management system.

PLEASE NOTE - Applicants are required to pass a criminal background check. This position involves access to data that is subject to International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.

The Training Manager is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining training programs to satisfy the following needs:

• Transform new hires into contributing team members as smoothly as possible.
• Cross-train existing production employees and document the status of cross-training in order to build a versatile workforce that can “move to the work.”
• Facilitate both remedial and developmental training for existing workers.
• Improve workforce awareness and compliance to safety and environmental requirements.
• Create the administrative structure that ensures the above needs continue to be met into the future.

This role collaborates closely with departmental stakeholders and subject matter experts to assess training requirements and to create training materials, including presentations, videos, how-to job-aids, “playbooks” and assessments, both written and practical, to ensure knowledge retention. The Training Manager supports the Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) program by integrating safety and environmental requirements into training content and delivery. Additional duties include scheduling and delivering classroom and hands‑on training, coordinating with outside training resources, and maintaining a database of training records (currently in Trakstar Learn).

• Partner with subject matter experts and department leaders to assess training needs and develop programs aligned with business and manufacturing requirements.
• Design, deliver, and evaluate training using a blend of classroom, hands‑on, e‑learning and on‑the‑job methods.
• Support new hire onboarding, probationary development, refresher training, and targeted improvement plans for existing employees.
• Establish and maintain cross‑training programs to reduce single‑point dependencies and increase workforce flexibility.
• Develop and maintain a company‑wide skills matrix, including defined job skill progression levels.
• Create and administer written and practical assessments to verify knowledge retention and job proficiency.
• Coordinate training schedules with managers and employees to ensure effective participation and minimal production disruption.
• Support manufacturing safety initiatives through safety training, shop‑floor engagement, and reinforcement of safe work practices.
• Assist with safety training recordkeeping, basic safety metrics, and corrective action follow‑up under guidance of EHS leadership.
• Maintain accurate, company‑wide training records within the learning management system (currently Trakstar Learn).
• Continuously evaluate training effectiveness and recommend improvements to programs and processes.
• Work with external training providers and vendors as needed to supplement internal training resources.
• Ensure team members always work in a safe manner for the safety of themselves as well as co‑workers, and report all unsafe conditions and injuries, no matter how slight, immediately.
• Conduct yourself in an ethical and professional manner, show respect for your fellow workers and all company and personal property, and demonstrate Tri‑Mack core values – Respect, Teamwork, Integrity, Accountability, and Durability.
• Show up to work on time and…