Training Manager

Location: Greenwood, SC: Solar Cell Manufacturing Reports to : Senior HR Manager (solid line) & GM of Operations (dotted line) Job Scope: The Training Manager is responsible for the end-to-end skills needs assessment of execution, development of a plan, and facilitating implementation for management of all workforce training. This role ensures that both exempt and non-exempt employees possess the Process technical proficiency, Safety compliance, product Quality, and operational knowledge required to thrive in a high-volume solar cell manufacturing environment. This position delivers training, leveraging internal and external expertise in a productive manner. You will serve as the primary architect for training plans, bridging the gap between current skill levels, and organizational goals. Key Responsibilities: 1. Skill Needs Assessments & Planning Needs Analysis: Conduct comprehensive assessments to identify competency gaps across all facility levels. Stakeholder Collaboration: Partner with managers, supervisors, and engineers to align training with plant KPIs and ISO standards. Strategic Roadmaps: Develop and maintain a facility-wide training plan that includes functional contribution training, specialized technical skills, and certifications. 2. Management-Level Training (Leadership & Compliance) Supervisor Onboarding: Design and facilitate transition programs for new supervisors to ensure they understand production workflows and safety leadership. Charter 3 Level Management training: Design and implement a 3-tier level program to train and develop 1st, 2nd, and 3rd level managers toward improved overall effectiveness. Performance Mentoring: Train management in coaching techniques, "train-the-trainer" best practices, and effective performance auditing. Compliance Leadership: Ensure leadership is updated on the latest OSHA regulations, ISO requirements, and Solar industry standards (awareness of product and process). 3. Hourly-Level Training (Technical & Operational) Technical Onboarding: Frequently assess hands-on training for new hires On-the-Job (OJT) Support: Deliver assessments and review outcome to improve training materials by partnering with Trainers to verify classroom understanding on the floor. Cross-Training: Identify gaps across shifts for exempt and non-exempt training compared to the site training plan 4. Documentation & Compliance Records Management: Maintain accurate, audit-ready training registers and matrices using a Learning Management System (LMS) or equivalent. Continuous Improvement: Monitor training feedback and benchmark against Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to refine instructional or training materials. Site BCP Coordinator: Formulate, review, and implement BCP for ESF. Establishment of a PDCA thought process IMS (Integrated Management System) compliance with ISO9001, ISO14001, and ISO45001 are integrated Education & Experience: Bachelor’s or equivalent degree in Human Resource Management and/or Organizational Development Manufacturing cross-functional training experience for more than 8 years Multi-cultural work environment Strong systems thinker and able to lead groups of people at different levels for training and capability building High Performance team development (all levels) Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Proficiency in MS Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Train the Trainer Self-starter with strong work ethics, positive attitude, and strong attention to detail. Strong communication (both written and oral), interpersonal, and organizational skills. Knowledge of ISO and regulatory standards Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Proven ability to manage projects and work with cross-functional teams. Working Conditions: Predominantly stationed at a desk and/or in the administration training facilities or management offices. Must be able to stand and walk up to 25% of the workday as required by leadership Wear the required PPE all times while in the manufacturing area, when required by leadership. Other personal protective equipment is required as departmental policies or job /tasks dictate. #J-18808-Ljbffr ES Foundry