Global Trainer - Injection Molding Machine Maintenance

Job Description

The Global Job Trainer plays a critical role in developing, delivering, and standardizing training content and coaching across LEGO® Manufacturing Virginia's molding areas. This is a standard shift (8am-4pm) with the flexibility to work non‑standard shifts as necessary. The position combines hands‑on technical expertise with global training responsibilities.

The Global Job Trainer – Injection Molding Machine Maintenance supports the Molding department. Approximately 60% of the time is dedicated to formal training, development, documentation, and instruction; the remaining time is spent actively engaged in machine maintenance to maintain technical skills and provide on‑the‑floor coaching.

• Create and maintain high‑quality, up‑to‑date training materials, job aids, and standardized work documents for the assigned area.
• Deliver TWI Job Instruction (JI) and support structured on‑the‑job training for new hires, cross‑training, and upskilling efforts.
• Mentor and evaluate local job coaches, building frontline training capability across all shifts.
• Monitor training effectiveness and take proactive action to maintain consistency and compliance with best practices.

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on injection molding machines and auxiliary equipment to minimize downtime and ensure production continuity.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues using appropriate tools and documentation (e.g., schematics, manuals).
• Support Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) efforts by participating in continuous improvement initiatives and maintaining accurate documentation of maintenance activities.
• Collaborate with engineering, production, and quality teams to ensure effective root cause analysis and corrective actions.

• Ensure training meets safety, quality, and production performance standards.
• Participate in area whiteboard meetings, huddles, and shift pass‑downs to align training needs and reinforce performance expectations.
• Assess and evolve visual quality or process deviations in accordance with escalation procedures.
• Serve as the local expert and point of contact when global training standards are introduced or updated.
• Align and deploy global standards in the local area, ensuring accuracy, adherence, and full implementation.
• Collaborate with other Global Job Trainers across LEGO sites as part of the Global Trainer Network to share knowledge, resolve challenges, and build consistency across plants.

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Additional technical training or certifications in manufacturing, maintenance, or production operations are a plus.
• Minimum 2 years of hands‑on experience in molding machine maintenance.
• Proven understanding of workflows, safety protocols, and quality standards in a production or manufacturing environment.
• Experience in training, mentoring, or onboarding team members preferred.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally for training as needed.
• Strong communication and coaching skills; able to clearly explain tasks and provide constructive feedback.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast‑paced production setting.
• Comfortable using digital tools such as email, document systems, and production tracking tools.
• Proficiency in English (verbal and written) required – minimum CEFR level B2‑C1 or equivalent.

• Experience with LEAN, standard work, or continuous improvement methodologies.
• Familiarity with digital systems such as MES, SAP, or CHAMP (training will be provided if needed).
• Prior experience with structured training methods such as TWI Job Instruction or similar is a strong advantage.

The salary for this position has a range of $35.65 – $35.65 based on anticipated responsibilities, market benchmarks, and organizational constraints. The LEGO Group carefully considers a wide range of compensation factors, including but not limited to prior experience, skills, expertise, location, internal equity, and other considerations permitted by law.…