Operations Training and Development Specialist

Operations Training and Development Specialist

Job Description

An operations Training and Development Specialist is responsible for designing, implementing, and evaluating training programs to enhance employee skills and performance within a Manufacturing/Depot Repair organization. The roles and responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

Develop training material and present information with a variety of instructional techniques or formats, such as videos, lectures, hands-on training, team exercises, and group discussions. Obtain, organize, or develop training procedure manuals, guides, and hands-on training course materials, such as handouts, visual materials, and manufacturing/ repair simulations.

Evaluate modes of training delivery, such as in-person or virtual, to optimize training effectiveness, and training costs. Developing specific training programs to help workers maintain or improve job skills. Assess training needs through surveys, interviews with employees, or consultation with managers, and engineering support personnel.

Monitor, evaluate, or record training activities or program effectiveness. Develop alternative training methods if expected improvements are not seen. Monitor training costs and prepare budget reports to justify expenditure. Schedule classes based on the availability of classrooms, equipment, or instructors.

Required Skills:

• 2 years of relevant work experience training individuals in manufacturing/repair techniques
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to coordinate with various disciplines
• Computer literate in Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook, and video editing
• Ability to multitask and work well under pressure
• Organized, problem solver and creative thinker
• Must be a U.S. Citizens is required as the position will require the ability to access US only data systems and ability to obtain a DoD Secret Clearance.

Desired Skills:

• Computer-based training software (I.e.: Common Curriculum; Learning Management System LMS In Demand; Moodle; SumTotal Systems ToolBook)
• Graphics or photo imaging software (I.e.: Adobe Systems Adobe Creative Cloud Software Hot technology; Adobe Systems Adobe Illustrator Hot technology; Adobe Systems Adobe Photoshop Hot technology; Microsoft Clipchamp)
• Presentation software (I.e.: Microsoft PowerPoint In-Demand Hot technology; Poll Everywhere)
• Video conferencing software (I.e.: Office Teams)
• Web platform development software (I.e.: Django Hot technology; Drupal Hot technology; Hypertext markup language HTML Hot technology; PHP)

Required Education:

• Bachelor's Degree in a related field AND 4+ years of related experience or education/experience equivalence (Associate's Degree in a related field AND +8 years of related experience OR High School Diploma or equivalent AND +12 years of related experience).
• Education and Training - Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups.
• Communications and Media - Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and methods. This includes alternative ways to inform and entertain via written, oral, and visual media.
• Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates - Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
• Training and Teaching Others - Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others.
• Coaching and Developing Others - Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills.
• Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships - Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others and maintaining them over time.
• Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge - Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.