Training and Methods Engineer

Ametek

$110K — $125K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a technical field with a minimum of 5 years of experience in training within manufacturing.
  • Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
  • Organized and detail-oriented, capable of thriving in a fast-paced environment.
  • Experience in team leadership, stakeholder collaboration, and coaching others.
  • Excellent communication skills across all organizational levels.
  • Familiarity with Lean, Six Sigma, or process improvement methodologies is preferred.
  • Experience with LMS platforms (e.g., SAP SuccessFactors), instructional design tools, and AI technology.

Responsibilities

  • Document and maintain standardized operating procedures (SOPs) and workflows.
  • Translate complex technical processes into user-friendly training materials.
  • Develop and maintain centralized knowledge repositories like SharePoint.
  • Update documentation to align with process improvements and operational changes.
  • Establish governance for documentation consistency and version control.
  • Conduct training needs analysis to identify skills gaps.
  • Design blended learning solutions incorporating various training methodologies.

Benefits

  • Competitive benefits package including health and wellness programs.
  • Retirement plan option (401k).
  • Generous paid time off policy.
Full Job Description
As a Training and Methods Engineer, based in Middlefield, CT you will be responsible for documenting processes and methods; capturing critical knowledge; and delivering knowledge transfer and technical skill development for our core optics manufacturing processes. Partnering with Engineering, HR and Operational Excellence, you will ensure that critical processes, systems, and technical knowledge are standardized, accessible, and effectively transferred.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Process Documentation & Knowledge Management
  • Capture, document, and maintain standardized operating procedures (SOPs), workflows, and technical processes across production and engineering functions
  • Partner with subject matter experts (SMEs) to translate complex technical processes into clear, user-friendly training materials
  • Develop and maintain centralized knowledge repositories (e.g., SharePoint, digital playbooks)
  • Ensure documentation is regularly updated to reflect process improvements, system updates, and operational changes
  • Establish governance for documentation consistency, version control, and accessibility

Training Program Development
  • Conduct training needs analysis
  • Design blended learning solutions (e-learning, instructor-led, job aids, simulations)
  • Develop training materials including manuals, videos, quick-reference guides, and simulations
  • Align training programs with safety, quality, and operational standards
  • Integrate technical certifications and compliance requirements into training curricula

Continuous Improvement & Analytics
  • Track and analyze training effectiveness using KPIs (e.g., time-to-productivity, error rates, training completion, quality metrics)
  • Gather feedback from trainees and stakeholders to improve content and delivery methods
  • Identify skills gaps and recommend targeted development initiatives
  • Drive continuous improvement in learning methodologies and tools


REQUIRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Bachelor's degree in a technical field with a minimum of 5 years of experience in training in a manufacturing environment.
  • Problem-solving and productive decision-making skills
  • Planful and organized, attention to detail, with ability to operate in a fast-paced environment
  • Team leadership, stakeholder collaboration, and ability to coach and develop others
  • Excellent listening skills and ability to communicate effectively at all levels of the organization
  • Familiar with Lean, Six SIgma or process improvement methodologies preferred.
  • Use of LMS platforms (SAP SuccessFactors), instructional design and documentation tools, and AI or other digital tools (Scribe, etc).
  • Demonstrated ability and willingness to use AI tools to improve productivity, decision-making, work quality, and to reduce costs. The successful candidate must be able to identify appropriate AI use cases and critically evaluate AI-generated outputs


We offer competitive compensation, benefits, retirement (401k), and paid time off programs. Compensation and position level will be set based on experience.

Compensation

Employee Type: Salaried

Currency: USD

Salary Minimum: 110,000

Salary Maximum: 125,000

Incentive: No

Disclaimer: Where a specific pay range is noted, it is a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. The actual salary offered will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, market / business considerations, and geographic location.

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