The Manufacturing Training Supervisor leads the design, execution, and continuous improvement of training programs across multiple manufacturing sites. This role is responsible for directly managing a team of Manufacturing Training Instructors, driving training strategy for 1,000+ operators, and ensuring alignment with operational, quality, and digital transformation initiatives.
The Supervisor owns training system effectiveness (QMS, LMS, MES-integrated training), ensures ISO compliance, and partners cross-functionally to improve workforce capability, standard work adherence, and operational performance. This role plays a key leadership function in scaling training globally and enabling major system deployments (e.g., PLEX, Squint).
Responsibilities- Directly supervise, coach, and develop a team of Manufacturing Training Instructors (7+)
- Establish clear goals, performance expectations, and accountability for training execution and outcomes
- Conduct regular performance reviews, capability assessments, and succession planning for training staff
- Drive standardization of instructional practices across shifts, lines, and sites
- Ensure adequate instructor coverage aligned to production demand and growth
- Scale training systems to support 1,000+ operators across multiple locations
- Translate business needs into structured training plans aligned to operational KPIs (TTT, FPY, RFT, etc.)
- Oversee onboarding, certification, and ongoing operator development frameworks
- Ensure consistency and integrity of standard work through training delivery
- Collaborate with and provide mentorship to several Training Coordinators
- Partner with Operations, Quality, HR, Engineering, and IT to identify and close skill gaps
- Serve as the primary training leader for global site support and deployment alignment
- Lead training readiness for new product introductions, process changes, and plant expansions
- Support international sites with training systems, content, and best practices
- Drive adoption of digital training tools (e.g., LMS, QMS, MES, Squint)
- Lead transformation of standard work into visual, operator-centric training content
- Oversee development of scalable, repeatable training tied to system workflows (PLEX transactions, etc.)
- Ensure training supports system proficiency, not just documentation compliance
- Own training compliance with ISO and internal quality standards
- Lead certified trainer audit and surveillance programs
- Ensure accurate certification tracking, documentation, and audit readiness
- Evaluate training effectiveness using KPIs and implement corrective actions
- Establish and track training KPIs and scorecards across sites
- Analyze trends in certification, performance, and training effectiveness
- Drive continuous improvement by eliminating inefficiencies and standardizing processes
Personal Qualities- Strong leadership presence with ability to influence across functions and levels
- High ownership mentality with bias toward action and accountability
- Structured, process-oriented, and detail-focused (audit/compliance mindset)
- Effective communicator capable of engaging both operators and executives
Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Training, Quality, or related field
- 7+ years of experience in manufacturing training, operations, or related field
- 3+ years of people leadership experience (direct reports required)
- Proven experience managing training programs at scale across multiple sites
- Strong background in instructional design, facilitation, and workforce development
- Experience supporting or leading digital training systems (LMS, QMS, MES)
- Ability to translate complex processes into operator-focused training and standard work
- Strong data analysis and KPI management capability
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, )
Preferred Qualifications:- Experience with PLEX, EtQ, Squint, or similar platforms
- Bilingual (Spanish)
- Background in Lean / Continuous Improvement methodologies
- Master's, Instructional Design, Learning Sciences, Organizational Development, or related field
Master's, Instructional Design, Learning Sciences, Organizational Development, or related field
Working Conditions- Frequent shop floor engagement across multiple manufacturing sites
- Availability for off-shift support as needed
- Travel up to ~10%, including occasional international travel
- Reports directly to the Manufacturing Training Manager
Minimum Education- Bachelor's degree required, Master's degree preferred
