Operations Technical Training Specialist

Job Description Responsibilities * Design, develop, and continuously improve technical training programs that support manufacturing operations and business goals. * Assess learning needs and translate technical requirements into structured curricula, learning paths, training materials, hands-on labs, and OJT programs. * Partner with business leaders, Engineering, Operations, Quality, EHS, and SMEs to align training with organizational priorities. * Convert technical knowledge, engineering requirements, equipment specifications, and processes into effective learning experiences. * Establish standardized technical workflows, training content, and safety practices that accurately reflect equipment requirements, electrical hazards, and site procedures. * Support new products, technologies, engineering changes, manufacturing processes, and equipment implementations. * Support the NPDI phase-gate process by developing workforce readiness plans, prototype assembly line training, and technical documentation ahead of commercial launch. * Design and implement Train-the-Trainer programs to build technical and operational capability. * Review and approve training documentation, technical labs, work instructions, and OJT materials. * Conduct audits and evaluations to identify skill gaps and establish measurable training and operational improvements. * Develop technical risk assessment and change-readiness processes to help minimize production disruption, yield loss, and skill gaps during major process or infrastructure changes. * Manage LMS enrollments, reporting, curricula, training requirements, and communications. * Develop long-term upskilling, cross-training, qualification, and recertification programs for technical personnel. * Establish competency models and qualification pathways that adapt to evolving technology and regulatory requirements. Qualifications * Experience in Learning & Development, technical training, instructional design, manufacturing, engineering, electrical systems, or a related technical field. * Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, or a related technical discipline plus 4 years of combined engineering or technical experience; OR * Associate's degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technology or Honorable Military Service in a related technical rating/MOS plus 6 years of combined engineering or technical experience. * Minimum of 3 years of direct, hands-on experience with industrial electrical systems and power conversion equipment rated at 480VAC or higher. * Experience with electrical engineering, troubleshooting, power systems, industrial electrical systems, controls, automation, electrical maintenance, or power distribution. * Manufacturing, high-current, or industrial environment experience strongly preferred. * Experience or certification with NFPA 70E and OSHA regulations and procedures. * Understanding of instructional design, adult learning principles, and blended learning approaches. * Strong analytical skills with the ability to use training and operational data to identify gaps and drive improvements. * Strong communication and presentation skills with the ability to work effectively with engineers, technicians, operators, supervisors, and leadership. * Ability to influence, guide, and support others without direct authority. * Ability to interpret technical documentat