Training Coordinator

Job Description

Job Description

Hours: 8AM to 4PM

Pay Rate: $30 per Hour

Position Summary: The Onboarding Training Coordinator is responsible for managing and delivering all orientation, onboarding, compliance, and leadership training programs. This role ensures a seamless transition for new hires, aligns training initiatives with company standards, and provides support for HR-driven development programs. The Onboarding Training Coordinator collaborates with the Operations Training Manager and other stakeholders to maintain flexibility in supporting operational training needs as required. This position reports to the HR Director.

Key Responsibilities

Orientation and Onboarding:

• Plan, coordinate, and deliver comprehensive onboarding programs for new hires.
• Ensure all new hires are equipped with the tools, knowledge, and resources to succeed in their roles.
• Maintain consistency and quality in onboarding experiences across all departments.

Compliance Training:

• Coordinate and deliver mandatory compliance training programs, including safety, harassment prevention, and company policy training.
• Monitor training completion and ensure compliance with regulatory and internal requirements.
• Maintain accurate records of training sessions and participant completions.

Leadership Development:

• Assist the HR department in coordination of ongoing Leadership trainings

Collaboration with Operations Training:

• Provide support to the Operations Training Manager during periods of high demand or for cross-functional training initiatives.
• Act as a resource for operations training efforts as capacity allows.

Continuous Improvement:

• Solicit feedback from new hires and supervisors to enhance onboarding and training programs.
• Stay updated on best practices in onboarding, compliance, and leadership development.
• Implement changes to ensure training programs remain relevant and effective.

Administrative Duties:

• Track, document, and report training completion and effectiveness metrics.
• Prepare and distribute training materials and schedules.
• Ensure training resources are updated and accessible to all participants.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Associate’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Education, or a related field; or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in training, onboarding, or HR support roles.

Skills and Competencies:

• Excellent facilitation and presentation skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
• Familiarity with adult learning principles and training methodologies.
• Proficient in using training management systems and tools.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, or a related field.
• Experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Familiarity with Lean principles or operational training programs.

Working Conditions

• Office-based role with occasional travel to the shop floor or other facilities to support training activities.
• May require flexible hours to accommodate training schedules across shifts.

Performance Metrics

• Onboarding completion rates and new hire retention metrics.
• Compliance training completion and audit results.
• Feedback from new hires and leadership on training effectiveness.
• Successful implementation of training and development initiatives.

 

Equal Opportunity Employer  

James Hardie is the industry leader in exterior home and outdoor living solutions, with a portfolio that includes fiber cement, fiber gypsum, composite and PVC decking and railing products. Our family of trusted brands includes Hardie®, TimberTech®, AZEK® Exteriors, Versatex®, fermacell®, and StruXure®.

With over 8,000 employees and our U.S. operating entities headquartered in Chicago, we boast 31 operating sites, 6 recycling facilities, and 6 research and development centers globally. Powered by a dynamic workforce, we’re united by our purpose of Building a Better Future for All™ through sustainable innovation, a Zero Harm culture, and a commitment to empowering our people and communities.