Logistics Training Specialist

Logistics Training Specialist Setting/

Hours:

On-site | Full-time partnering with a growing client in Hamilton, Ohio that’s expanding its Manufacturing team. Website Summary Trak group is partnering with a growing automotive manufacturing client seeking a Logistics Training Specialist to develop, coordinate, and deliver training programs within a fast‑paced warehouse and distribution environment. This position is responsible for ensuring new and existing employees are properly trained, certified, and equipped to safely operate material handling equipment while following established warehouse procedures.

The ideal candidate brings strong logistics and warehouse operations knowledge, employee training experience, and a passion for workplace safety and development. This highly visible role requires a hands‑on professional who can effectively train employees across multiple shifts, evaluate performance, maintain training documentation, and continuously improve training programs to support operational excellence.

• Employee Training & Development
  • Develop, schedule, and deliver comprehensive training programs for new hires and existing warehouse employees.
  • Lead new hire onboarding and ensure employees receive the necessary training to perform their jobs safely and effectively.
  • Create and maintain structured daily and weekly training schedules.
  • Monitor training progress and ensure all required training is completed, documented, and certified.
  • Evaluate employee skill levels and readiness to safely operate warehouse equipment.
  • Adapt training techniques to accommodate different learning styles and employee needs.
  • Provide hands‑on instruction, classroom training, and other training methods as appropriate.
  • Work closely with warehouse leadership to identify training gaps and performance improvement opportunities.
  • Conduct regular follow‑ups with new employees to evaluate training effectiveness and progress.
  • Develop additional training plans and checkpoints for employees requiring further support.
• Safety & Equipment Certification
  • Develop and maintain safety training programs aligned with OSHA regulations and material handling equipment requirements.
  • Conduct forklift training, evaluations, and certification activities.
  • Assess employee competency in safely operating various types of forklifts and warehouse equipment.
  • Train employees on proper equipment operation, safety procedures, and standard work practices.
  • Develop and implement ergonomics training, including proper lifting techniques, safe movement, and injury prevention.
  • Perform safety observations and identify opportunities to reduce workplace hazards.
  • Promote a strong safety culture focused on accident prevention and employee accountability.
  • Learn and operate warehouse equipment to effectively demonstrate safe operating procedures.
  • Become proficient in Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs) and train employees on basic troubleshooting and equipment recovery procedures.
• Training Documentation & Program Improvement
  • Maintain accurate employee training records, certifications, and compliance documentation.
  • Develop, update, and organize training materials, including:
    Standard operating procedures and work instructions Forklift certification materials Training guides and job aids Instructional videos and e‑learning resources Employee training assessments and tracking tools.
  • Ensure training documentation is current, accessible, and consistently utilized.
  • Monitor training compliance and communicate deficiencies to warehouse leadership.
  • Identify opportunities to improve training effectiveness, employee retention, and operational performance.
  • Collaborate with leadership to refine job‑specific training requirements and preferred operating methods.
  • Support continuous…