Training Specialist

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Labor Trainer teaches and guides production employees on how to manufacture precast concrete products safely and efficiently. This role ensures both new and current employees understand company policies, production standards, quality expectations, safety requirements, and the proper use of tools and equipment. Working closely with production leadership and the Safety team, the Labor Trainer provides hands-on training, reinforces best practices, and promotes consistent work habits across the plant.

Salary range (insert amount here). Based on location and experience.

Safety is our highest priority. We believe a safe workplace is built on mutual respect, care, and accountability. Every team member is empowered and expected to follow safety practices, look out for one another, and speak up about potential risks. Together, we create an environment where everyone goes home safely each day.

At Wells, you're part of a team that takes pride in building something that lasts. Whether you're in operations, a manufacturing facility, or out in the field, your work plays a direct role in creating quality structures that support our communities. We value hard work, reliability, and teamwork because getting the job done right requires teamwork. With a strong focus on safety, collaboration, and ingenuity, we create an environment where you can build your experience, contribute to meaningful work, and make an impact.

Wells provides a competitive benefits package designed to support employees' health, financial well-being, and work-life balance. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, company-paid disability and life insurance, wellness incentives, paid holidays, PTO, flexible spending accounts, HSA options, a 401(k) with profit sharing, access to Nice Healthcare, employee assistance resources, pet insurance, and additional voluntary coverage such as critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity plans.

• Health and family care leave is available to both union and non-union employees.
• Union employee benefits are provided through separate collective bargaining agreements

• Train new and current employees on precast manufacturing processes, procedures, expectations, quality standards, inspection processes, and defect identification.
• Provide hands-on instruction for production tasks, tools, equipment, and work methods.
• Monitor employee performance, provide coaching, and assess readiness for independent work.
• Maintain accurate training records and employee progress documentation.
• Partner with production leaders to identify skill gaps, track training progress, address performance concerns, and develop training plans that support employee growth and operational needs.
• Standardize work methods and recommend improvements related to productivity, quality, safety, and training.
• Lead by example through professionalism, teamwork, accountability, and a commitment to quality and safety

• Foster a safety-first culture by promoting employee accountability and leading by example.
• Ensure employees understand and follow all company safety policies, procedures, and required safety training.
• Train employees on safe lifting techniques, material handling, rigging, and the proper use of tools and equipment.
• Reinforce the proper use of PPE, workplace housekeeping standards, and safe work practices throughout the facility.
• Identify and address unsafe conditions or behaviors, and promptly report accidents, near misses, and safety concerns to leadership.

• Ensure employees understand how workmanship impacts product quality and company standards.
• Train employees to identify, report, and correct quality defects.
• Reinforce the proper use of drawings, specifications, and production documentation.
• Promote consistency in production processes, quality expectations, and work methods across all shifts.

We're looking for an experienced production professional who is passionate about developing others,
promoting safe work practices, and driving quality results
. The ideal candidate is a strong communicator who leads by example,
builds trust with employees at all experience levels, and is committed to creating a culture of accountability, continuous learning, and teamwork.

• 2-5 years of experience in precast concrete, concrete construction, manufacturing, or similar…