Manufacturing Training Specialist

Job Title: Manufacturing Training Specialist Location: Urbana, OH Rittal LLC has built a strong tradition of innovation and takes pride in a progressive approach to engineering. We design and manufacture the world’s leading industrial and IT enclosures, racks, and accessories, including high-efficiency, high-density power management, and climate control systems for industrial, data center, outdoor, and hybrid applications. Why Work at Rittal LLC Great Place to Work® Certified, Rittal LLC offers a workplace culture focused on employee experience, teamwork, and collaborative innovation in a thriving environment. Competitive compensation Above‑average benefits available on the 1st of the month after you start 401(k) with company match Health & Wellness Benefits, including: Paid Volunteer Time Fitness Reimbursement Pet Insurance Tuition Reimbursement Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Additional benefits may apply based on role and location Primary Activities/Duties: Design and implement structured learning programs for MIG, TIG, stainless steel, and emerging welding technologies. Deliver welding training and technical support across all three shifts, covering both new processes and existing procedures. Identify welding skill gaps across multiple product lines and develop targeted training solutions. Support and promote welding career pathways, including skill progression and certification readiness. Partner with manufacturing and engineering teams to drive continuous improvement in welding processes. Assist with root-cause analysis and problem-solving related to welding quality, defects, and process variation. Maintain current knowledge of industry-leading welding techniques, technologies, and procedures through external training, research, and collaboration with multiple vendors. Develop and deliver clear, structured training objectives, ensuring a safe, organized, and controlled learning environment in both classroom and lab settings. Maintain, inspect, and organize training aids, tooling, fixtures, equipment, and consumables. Foster an environment of active learning, professionalism, and accountability, ensuring all trainees meet established expectations. Identify weld quality issues and implement corrective improvements through structured on-the-job training (OJT). Collaborate with management and cross-functional partners to define learning outcomes, skills matrices, and competency standards. Prepare, document, and distribute regular training reports, progress metrics, and competency assessments. Lead continuous improvement initiatives for training programs, materials, work processes, equipment, tools, and procedures, incorporating feedback from supervisors, managers, and welders. Manage training records, certification compliance, competency assessments, and related reporting through AG5, SuccessFactors, and other learning management systems. Design trainings to support hourly production. Coordinate and facilitate onboarding and workforce development programs to ensure alignment with organizational competency requirements. Maintain certifications to facilitate Crane, Forklift, and safety trainings. Perform special projects and additional duties as assigned to support operational and training objectives. Knowledge & Experience: Associate’s degree in Welding Technology, Manufacturing Technology, Education, Human Resources Development, or related field preferred; equivalent combination of education and experience considered. Minimum 5-7 years of welding industry experience, including training Ability to read and interpret blueprints is strongly preferred. Familiarity with basic welding tools, techniques, and safety procedures. Physical Requirements: Stand at the weld station throughout the work shift. Walk, bend, twist, and reach frequently during the shift. Occasionally lift up to 50 pounds to waist level; frequently lift 25–40 pounds to waist level and up to 25 pounds above the shoulders. Work in a fast-paced environment with the ability to adapt to changing assignments and multitask effectively. Safety Requirements: Wear Safety-toed footwear Safety glasses with side shields Hearing protection Welding hood and protective clothing Work Environment: Manufacturing and welding areas with exposure to heat, sparks, fumes, and noise. If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, you may contact the company’s Human Resources Department at View phone number on click.appcast.io. This option is reserved for individuals who require accommodation due to a disability. Rittal LLC and Eplan are proud to be an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. EEO, including Disability/Vets. If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, you may contact the company’s Human Resources Department at View phone number on click.appcast.io. This option is reserved for individuals who require accommodation due to a disability. Rittal LLC and Eplan are proud to be an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. EEO, including Disability/Vets. #J-18808-Ljbffr Rittal LLC