Specialist - 3rd Shift

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The Training Specialist (3rd Shift)- is responsible for developing, delivering, and maintaining technical and safety training programs that equip employees with the knowledge and skills needed to perform effectively in a heavy industrial environment. This role ensures that all employee new hires and existing team members are adequately trained in operational procedures, equipment use, safety standards, and company policies.

The ideal candidate combines strong instructional design and communication skills with practical experience in a manufacturing or industrial setting.

• Technical Training Development & Delivery: Design and deliver hands-on and classroom training for production, maintenance, and operations staff on equipment operation, process safety, quality standards, and efficiency practices.
• Direct Operational Involvement: Participate in comprehensive cross-training to gain hands-on operational experience, enabling the effective design of training programs and execution of safety audits.
• Onboarding & Orientation: Lead the onboarding process for new hires, providing clear instruction on safety protocols, operational procedures, company policies, and manufacturing expectations.
• Collaborative & Interactive Sessions
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  Lead monthly safety meetings, facilitate safety awareness sessions, and campaign the safety committee.
• Safety & Compliance Training
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  Conduct and track all required OSHA, environmental, and company-specific safety training. Partner with EHS (Environmental Health & Safety) to maintain compliance with all regulatory standards.
• Skills Assessment & Certification
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  Evaluate employee competency through testing, observation, and certification programs; maintain detailed training records and compliance documentation.
• Training Program Management: Develop and update training materials, visual work instructions, e-learning modules, and simulation exercises.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
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  Work closely with production & maintenance supervisors, leads, and HR to align training initiatives with plant goals and workforce development needs.
• Learning Culture
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  Promote a culture of continuous learning, accountability, and safety awareness across the organization.

• Education
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  Bachelors' Degree in Occupational Safety, or a related field or 3 yrs industry experience.
• Experience
  : 3-5 years of experience in training, operations, or safety roles within heavy manufacturing, metal fabrication, foundry, or industrial production environments.

• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, equipment operation, and safety regulations (OSHA, EPA, ISO standards).
• Excellent facilitation and communication skills for both classroom and hands-on training.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents, blueprints, and process manuals.
• Strong organizational and recordkeeping skills.

• Industrial safety and compliance awareness
• Communication and team facilitation
• Adaptability and hands-on leadership