Manufacturing Training Leader - Elkton Maryland

Company: W.L. Gore & Associates
Location: Elkton, Maryland
Posted On: 05/07/2024

About the Role: We are looking for a Manufacturing Training Leader to join our Training team that will provide subject matter expertise supporting our training efforts and provide functional leadership for Training Professionals.

This position will be located at one of our facilities in Elkton, Maryland, with the possibility of a hybrid remote work arrangement after 6 months, depending upon the responsibilities of the role and business needs.

Responsibilities:

• Lead a comprehensive training program providing leadership and direction for training champions and support for process trainers
• Work with local Manufacturing Leadership teams to drive the direction and effectiveness of divisional manufacturing training, and to continuously improve and sustain a training organization/program
• Coordinate and participate in the selection of Training Champions and Process Trainers
• Lead Training Associates, and Process Trainers to ensure execution of training initiatives that drive toward mutually beneficial divisional training standards including Job Instruction (JI) training methods
• Align with supply chain operations, divisional training efforts and Enterprise initiatives to understand overall business needs and how it impacts training
• Establish and prioritize needed training improvements within product lines; develop manufacturing training curriculum and facilitate "train the trainer" classes (1:1 or group setting)
• Develop and monitor metrics for training including quality, throughput (time to train), training requirements, training compliance and records retention
• Ensure training documentation is maintained utilizing eLearn (LMS) per quality system requirements and provide training support in regulatory audits; maintain compliance with training expectations as required for this position
• Develop team through growth opportunities; project management, facilitation skills, emotional intelligence, and leadership development activities
• Work across shifts, facilities, teams, and at times, hands-on to gain an understanding of the manufacturing processes and current training methods with additional responsibilities as required within the scope of positio n
  
  Required Qualifications:
  
  • Bachelor's degree in business management, education or training related field and/or a minimum 4 years' equivalent experience, facilitating skills or leadership training
  • Experience leading and developing others with the ability to positively influence and effectively lead individuals and teams through change
  • Experience establishing expectations and holding others accountable, with the ability to address performance issues fairly, directly and in a timely manner, while maintaining a positive and engaging environment
  • Experience in facilitating and influencing diverse groups to work collaboratively towards common goals
  • Experience managing conflict with all levels within an organization and applying creativity and innovation to solve problems with both associates and processes
  • Time-management and prioritization skills, with a track record of being proactive and taking initiative
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills, organization, presentation, and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to identify, develop and implement continuous improvement efforts
  • Ability to trouble shoot, problem solve, and pivot in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to travel up to 15% of the time
    
    Desired Qualifications:
    
    • Demonstrated experience in project management
    • Experience working in a manufacturing training environment
    • Experience working in a regulated industry
      
      Hybrid Working Arrangements are permitted for Associates in the continental United States (US) and Canada, with appropriate approval and compliance with Gore's hybrid working policies, from the country in which they are employed.
      
      What We Offer: Our success is based on the capability and creativity of our Associates, and we are proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive total rewards program that supports your everyday and helps you build your tomorrow.
      
      We provide benefits that offer choice and flexibility and promote overall well-being. And in keeping with our belief that every Associate should share in the collective success of the enterprise; we provide a distinctive Associate Stock Ownership Plan in each country as well as potential opportunities for "profit-sharing". Learn more at gore.com/careers/benefits
      
      We believe in the strength of a diverse and inclusive workplace. With diverse perspectives, ideas and experiences, we uncover new possibilities and make a greater impact in the world. We are proud of Associates for building on our rich history of innovation, upholding our values and supporting an inclusive work environment where we treat each other and our external partners with fairness, dignity and respect.
      
      Gore is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome all applications irrespective of race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, status as a qualified individual with a disability, genetic information, pregnancy status, medical condition, marital status, sexual orientation, status as a covered veteran, gender identity and expression, and any other characteristic protected by applicable laws and regulations.
      
      Gore is committed to a drug-free workplace. All employment is contingent upon successful completion of drug and background screening. Gore will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, e.g., arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable laws.
      
      Gore requires all applicants to be eligible to work within the U.S. Gore generally will not sponsor visas unless otherwise noted on the position description.
      
      Our Talent Acquisition Team welcomes your questions at gore.com/careers/contact More...

          

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