Manufacturing Trainer

Manufacturing TrainerVictaulic is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Trainer who brings real instructional expertise — not just shop floor familiarity. In this role, you'll own the full training lifecycle for our production workforce: assessing skill gaps, designing and delivering hands-on training for welders and machine operators, and partnering with instructional designers to build structured process documentation and learning support materials that stick.This is a role for someone who understands both how manufacturing works and how adults learn. You'll work directly with shop employees to build competency in welding processes (GMAW-P, GTAW, carbon and stainless), machinery operation, and coating — while also contributing to the development of training programs, SOPs, and visual job aids that support long-term workforce development across the facility.If you have a passion for teaching, excellent communication skills, and a strong understanding of training methodologies, we want to hear from you. Join us at Victaulic and make a significant impact on our team's growth and success.Responsibilities:Evaluate employees and identify weaknesses in production skills.Identify and conduct training needs according to individual skill levels.Work alongside with shop employees to develop new skills in the manufacturing process (including coating).Present the technical data and supply training requirements to employees through PowerPoint presentations and short videos.Encourage employees for training and identify potential candidates for progression.Track employee success and progress.Assist in rollout and communication of all the training programs on a timely basis.Prepare and deliver manufacturing training sessions and measure effectiveness of training program based on success rate.Train and help develop employees on operation of specific machinery.Train and upkeep records for forklift and crane certifications.Assist with FEM/5S program as needed.Qualifications (education, experience, skills, personal attributes):High School DiplomaExperience in a manufacturing/steel fabrication environment required.Computer literacy of Microsoft Windows software such as Microsoft Office Suite preferred.Working knowledge of arc welding processes for carbon, stainless and alloy metals preferred.Familiarity with liquid and powder type coatings preferred.Familiarity with ASTM specifications, AWWA standards and AWS/ASME welding codes desired.Good understanding of shop math (fraction to decimal) and ability to read tape measure, and measuring tools (caliper, micrometers) preferred.Ability to read and interpret drawings, blueprints desired.Good written and oral communication skills required.Good problem-solving capabilities desired.Must be able to work independently, efficiently and be self-motivated and detail oriented.Robotic welding experience with programing preferredEEO Statement: Victaulic is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EOE/M/F/Vets/Disabled) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, gender, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic data, or other legally protected status. Background checks may be required as part of our pre-employment process.