Job Description

Training Manager Position Description

Primary reporting to:

General Operations Manager

Secondary Reporting to:

Human Resources Manager

POSITION SUMMARY

Responsible for establishing, developing, and managing all site training programs. Identifies and mitigates process related risks in support of business performance and reliability goals. Provides technical, operational and engineering to lead the design, execution, and continuous improvement of learning initiatives that align with company organizational goals. This role partners closely with

the safety and environmental departments to strategize and maximize company positions within the various safety/environmental related programs. Provides support to the operations and mechanical personnel at each company facility as well as other company departments on an as needed and regularly scheduled basis. This role partners closely with subject matter experts, and key stakeholders to develop impactful training strategies, manage program logistics, develop and implement knowledge transfer processes such as examinations and oral boards, to ensure a seamless and successful learner experience from enrollment through completion.

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Advises senior and plant management on specific and overall training areas of weakness, training concerns and recommend corrective actions

• Plans and coordinates specific process training for all plant employees

• Assists, plans and implements plant SOPs and procedures to be in compliance with company, EEI, EPRI and state and federal regulations where applicable.

• Assists in the development, evaluation and upgrading of new or revised safety related SOP’s, programs and contractor safety orientation

• Maintains thorough and organized database of safety files and records on each employee.

• May be call upon to assist in safety investigation, Root Cause Analysis (RCA) process, equipment/process failure analysis and may be asked to prepare reports identifying possible causes and hazards along with recommended corrective actions

• Act as company technical process expert

• Present training on various subject matters, both in person, virtual and by CBT.

• Manage the full lifecycle of learning programs, including enrollment, progress tracking, and performance evaluation while scaling modules across multishift teams on various company sites

• Oversee both in-person and virtual learning environments, ensuring operational excellence in logistics, facilitation support, and learner engagement.

• Administer the Learning Management System (PIC), including course creation, prework assignment, and data reporting.

• Collect and analyze learner feedback and performance data to inform curriculum enhancements and strategic decisions.

• Serve as a primary liaison for learners, facilitators, and leadership, providing timely communication, support, and issue resolution.

• Adopt best practices from across the power generation industry and various business groups

REQUIREMENTS

Minimum Qualifications:

• Experience, Education and Training: • 7+ years total experience; 4+ years of experience in training, talent development, or instructional design, including content creation and program coordination. Ideally this will be in a utility or government power generation facility – preferably a solid fuels facility. Secondary consideration will be given for foundry, refinery or other similar heavy industrial setting.

• Strong understanding of adult learning principles, instructional design methodologies, and operational procedures.

• Proven ability to manage complex training initiatives, prioritize diverse tasks, and meet tight deadlines.

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with Learning Management Systems (PIC) preferred.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a collaborative, learner-focused approach.

• Detail-oriented with strong analytical, organizational, and time management skills.

• Demonstrated ability to work independently and within decentralized teams. High integrity and discretion when handling sensitive or confidential information.

• Skilled in identifying issues, solving problems, and making sound decisions to support learning outcomes.

TECHNOLOGY SKILLS REQUIREMENTS

High level of proficiency with databases, spreadsheet, email, and word processing software required, Microsoft Office and Windows preferred. Experience with internet search engines.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Must be able to wear protective clothing including protective coveralls, respiratory protection (APR/SCBA). Must be able to work internally in the physical plant and externally on the facility’s grounds or at satellite facilities. May be required to work evenings and weekends. The Training Manager position requires working with varied shifts with the possibility of weekend and holiday work, as required by schedules, workload and plant conditions.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This position may require you to wear personal protective equipment and clothing where appropriate because of their work around potential hazards such as loud noise, airborne particles, vibration and hazardous materials. This protective equipment includes, but is not limited to, safety eyewear, footwear, hard hat, gloves, hearing protection, and specialized clothing where

applicable.

Must be able to tolerate dust and other airborne particles and other materials such as diesel and lube oils.

May require repetitive stooping, bending, climbing, reaching, and carrying; intermittent lifting, and moving up to 10 lbs.

Must be able to work from ladders, scaffolds, high-lifts, and in confined spaces.

EMERGENCY STATUS DESIGNATION

Administrative Position – non – critical

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