Training Manager

TEC Industrial

$75K — $95K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 7+ years of experience in industrial construction or training leadership.
  • Strong understanding of craft training and workforce readiness.
  • Experience managing structured training programs or apprenticeship initiatives.
  • Ability to collaborate with diverse teams, including operations and HR.
  • Strong presentation, communication, and organizational skills.
  • NCCER Instructor or related workforce development credentials preferred.
  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field preferred, or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

  • Lead design and continuous improvement of companywide training programs.
  • Develop training pathways for craft and emerging employees.
  • Partner with operations to identify skill gaps and tailor training accordingly.
  • Oversee onboarding, technical training, and compliance-related learning.
  • Track training records, certifications, and workforce readiness metrics.
  • Support succession planning and long-term development strategies.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Paid time off for work-life balance.
  • Retirement savings options for financial security.
  • Company-sponsored programs designed for employee well-being.
Full Job Description
Description

Training Manager

Location: Kingsport, Tennessee

TEC Industrial is seeking an experienced and driven Training Manager to lead workforce development across our growing industrial operations. This role is ideal for a hands-on leader who is passionate about developing craft professionals, strengthening frontline leadership, and building training programs that support safety, quality, and long-term growth.

As Training Manager, you will partner with operations, safety, and HR leadership to create and deliver high-impact training programs for craft, supervisory, and management employees. You'll play a key role in preparing our workforce for current project demands and future expansion across the Southeast.

What You'll Do
• Lead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of companywide training and workforce development programs.
• Develop training pathways for craft employees, supervisors, project leaders, and emerging leaders.
• Partner with field and operational leadership to identify skill gaps and align training to business needs.
• Oversee onboarding, technical training, leadership development, safety training, and compliance-related learning.
• Track certifications, training records, and workforce readiness metrics.
• Support succession planning and long-term workforce development strategies.

What We're Looking For
• 7+ years of experience in industrial construction, training, workforce development, or operations leadership.
• Strong understanding of craft training, workforce readiness, and leadership development.
• Experience building or managing structured training programs, apprenticeship initiatives, or learning systems.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with field leadership, operations, safety, and HR teams.
• Strong presentation, communication, and organizational skills.
• NCCER Instructor, SHRM, ATD, Adult Learning or Workforce Development credentials preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field is preferred; equivalent industry experience will be considered.

Benefits

TEC Industrial offers a competitive benefits package designed to support the health, financial well-being, and long-term success of our employees. Benefits may include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, retirement savings options, and other company-sponsored programs for eligible employees.

Apply today to join a team committed to safety, growth, and continuous improvement

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