NIKE, Inc

Team Coach (Supervisor), Technical Training, Air Manufacturing Innovation

NIKE, Inc$80K — $95K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
  • Minimum 3 years of relevant training experience
  • Proven people leader with clear communication skills
  • Experience in planning technical training schedules
  • Strong compliance focus in safety and training standards
  • Expertise in lean manufacturing practices
  • Curiosity for innovation and use of AI in training

Responsibilities

  • Lead and coach a technical training team in a 24x7 environment
  • Align trainer schedules to meet production and business needs
  • Ensure standard work delivery through audits and coaching
  • Drive compliance with safety and training requirements
  • Collaborate with Operations to identify and address skill gaps
  • Enhance training practices using Lean and AI tools
  • Measure and track training outcomes for continuous improvement

Benefits

  • Accommodations available for interview process
  • Support for various disabilities throughout recruitment
  • Strong emphasis on learning and development opportunities
  • Opportunities to engage in innovative training practices
  • Collaborative work environment with Operations leaders
Full Job Description
WHO YOU'LL WORK WITH

The ideal candidate works onsite in Beaverton within Nike's Air Manufacturing Innovation environment, leading an eight-person technical training team. They report to the Sr. Global Manager of Technical Training & Development and partner with Operations leaders to build workforce capability and close skill gaps.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

The ideal candidate has experience leading technical training in a 24x7 lean manufacturing environment, with a strong record of building practical learning systems that improve capability, quality, and performance. They are a respected people leader who provides clear direction, coaches effectively, and partners well with Operations to close workforce skill gaps. They bring curiosity, a growth mindset, and a bias for simplifying work-using Lean thinking, industry best practices, and AI-enabled tools to make training efficient and effective.

Specific experience, traits, and skills:
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education, experience, and training
  • Minimum 3 years of related experience
  • Respected people leader who gives clear direction, communicates well, and supports a 24x7 training team.
  • Experience planning training schedules, shift coverage, and qualification plans for production ramps and launches.
  • Strong compliance focus across safety, equipment certifications, training requirements, and standard work.
  • Lean manufacturing experience and a strong network for best-practice learning and problem-solving.
  • Curiosity for innovation, including using AI to simplify work and improve how training content is developed and deployed.


WHAT YOU'LL WORK ON

You'll lead technical training activation for Air MI by developing trainers, aligning coverage to production demand, and ensuring consistent delivery of Nike/AMS standard work. You'll use Lean thinking and AI-enabled tools to simplify content, improve deployment, and strengthen OJT quality.
  • Lead and coach a technical training team with clear direction, feedback, and support across a 24x7 environment.
  • Align trainer coverage, schedules, and qualification plans to support ramps, launches, and changing business needs.
  • Ensure consistent delivery of Nike/AMS standard work through classroom and OJT audits, evaluations, and coaching.
  • Drive compliance with safety expectations, equipment certifications, and training completion requirements.
  • Partner with Operations leaders to identify skill gaps and build practical learning solutions that improve performance.
  • Improve curricula and training practices using Lean thinking, AI-enabled simplification, and industry best practices.
  • Track outcomes such as engagement, attendance, attrition, training completion, OEE, safety, efficiency, PPLH, and labor variance to improve training impact.
  • Identify and scale lean best practices across Air MI.


We offer a number of accommodations to complete our interview process including screen readers, sign language interpreters, accessible and single location for in-person interviews, closed captioning, and other reasonable modifications as needed. If you discover, as you navigate our application process, that you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please complete the Candidate Accommodation Request Form.

About NIKE, Inc

Nike is a sporting goods company that designs, develops, and markets footwear, apparel, equipment, and accessory products. The company offers various categories of shoes including running, training, basketball, soccer, sport-inspired urban shoes, and kids' shoes. It also provides shoes for aquatic activities, baseball, football, cheerleading, golf, lacrosse, outdoor activities, skateboarding, tennis, volleyball, walking, wrestling, and various athletic and recreational uses. In addition, the company offers sports-inspired lifestyle apparel, athletic bags, and accessory items. Further, it provides a line of performance equipment including bags, socks, sports balls, eyewear, timepieces, electronic devices, bats, gloves, protective equipment, golf clubs, and various equipment designed for sports activities under the NIKE brand name, as well as markets apparel with licensed college and professional team and league logos. Additionally, it offers licenses to produce and sell NIKE brand swimwear, children's apparel, training equipment, eyewear, electronic devices, and golf accessories. The company also markets its products under the brand names of Converse, Chuck Taylor, All Star, One Star, Umbro, Jack Purcell, Cole Haan, Bragano, and Hurley. It sells its products to retail accounts through stores, independent distributors, and licensees, as well as through its Website, nikestore.com. As of May 31, 2009, Nike, Inc. operated 338 retail stores in the United States and 336 retail stores internationally. The company was founded in 1964 and is headquartered in Beaverton, Oregon.

Nike Careers

Join the dynamic world of Nike, Inc., a global leader in sports apparel and innovation, where your career can flourish in an environment that fosters diversity, leadership, and growth. At Nike, we believe in bringing out the best in our team members through continuous professional development and a culture that celebrates creativity and innovation. Work You’ll Do Become a part of Nike’s mission to inspire and innovate towards a better world. Engage in work that intersects with cutting-edge technology, market-leading strategies, and sustainable practices that define the future of the sports industry. Lead with us at the forefront of the global marketplace, where your skills in leadership, teamwork, and innovation can shine. Nike offers a unique position in the industry, combining deep industry expertise with a relentless pursuit of excellence. Collaborate with a diverse team of professionals who are pioneers in their fields. Nike, Inc. employs over 75,000 passionate and talented individuals worldwide, all dedicated to moving the world of sports forward. Introducing Nike’s Professional Growth and Development Opportunities We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every team member can succeed. Nike offers a variety of job opportunities, from in-store retail positions to corporate roles in design, marketing, and technology. Do Innovative Work Join us and contribute to our mission of bringing inspiration and innovation to every athlete* in the world. (*If you have a body, you are an athlete.) Deliver targeted solutions and drive innovation through your unique perspective and skills. At Nike, Inc., your work directly contributes to our global impact. Be Part of a Great Team Engage in meaningful work that connects with consumers and impacts millions worldwide. Our team benefits from unparalleled capabilities, a commitment to diversity training, and a culture that encourages professional growth and networking. Future-Proof Your Career Advance your career with Nike’s comprehensive benefits and support systems. We provide extensive training, development programs, and leadership courses to help you reach your full potential. Explore Discover how Nike is leading in sustainable innovation and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in the sports industry. The Nike Employment Experience Our combined efforts in innovation, culture, and leadership make Nike, Inc. not just a place to work, but a place to grow a rewarding career. Clients and employees alike look to Nike for new strategies and impactful solutions in a rapidly evolving industry. Stay Connected Join Our Team Search for open positions that match your skills and interests. We are always on the lookout for curious, driven, creative, and solution-oriented team players. SEARCH NIKE JOBS Keep Up to Date Stay ahead with career tips, insider perspectives, and industry-leading insights you can put to use today—all from the people who work here. READ CAREERS BLOG Job Alert Emails Customize your subscription to receive job alerts, the latest news, and insider tips tailored to your preferences. Explore the exciting and rewarding opportunities that await at Nike, Inc.
Learn more about NIKE, Inc
Size
73,300 employees
Market Cap
$184.6 billion
Industry
Net Income
$2.8 billion
Founded
1964
5 Year Trend
+6.3%
Revenue
$38.2 billion
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