Lead Technical Trainer (Fabrication)

Salary: $60,000–$80,000 annually

Schedule: Primarily 1st Shift; flexibility to work other shifts as needed to support training needs

Department: Human Resources

Position Overview: Greenwood Fabricating & Plating is seeking an experienced Lead Technical Trainer – Fabrication to help strengthen and standardize hands-on technical training within our manufacturing operation. This is a highly visible, floor-focused role for someone who combines strong fabrication and manufacturing knowledge with the ability to teach, coach, organize, and lead others. The Lead Technical Trainer will provide direct technical training to employees while also supporting and developing a group of designated on-the-job trainers throughout the Fabrication department. This individual will play an important role in ensuring employees receive consistent training, develop the technical skills necessary to perform independently, and have a clear path for progression during their initial training period.

Key Responsibilities: Provide hands-on technical training to new and existing employees on fabrication equipment, processes, work instructions, quality requirements, and safe work practices. Lead, support, and coach designated on-the-job trainers to promote consistent training methods and expectations across the department. Monitor employee progress throughout the 90-day training process and help evaluate competency and readiness for independent work. Conduct job observations and competency evaluations to identify training needs and skill gaps. Serve as a technical resource for trainers and employees when additional coaching, troubleshooting, or skill development is needed. Partner with Production, Human Resources, Quality, Engineering, and subject matter experts to improve training effectiveness. Assist with the development and continuous improvement of work instructions, assessments, visual aids, and other technical training materials. Help identify recurring quality, productivity, safety, or process issues that may indicate a training opportunity. Support cross-training and employee development initiatives that improve workforce flexibility. Maintain the technical proficiency necessary to safely demonstrate fabrication equipment and processes.

What We're Looking For: Strong technical background in metal fabrication, machining, CNC operations, or a closely related manufacturing environment. Minimum of 3 years of applicable manufacturing, fabrication, machining, technical training, or related experience. Demonstrated ability to understand manufacturing equipment, processes, troubleshooting, and quality expectations. Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, tolerances, work instructions, and manufacturing specifications. Experience training, mentoring, coaching, or developing employees in a hands-on environment. Ability to lead and coordinate a group of on-the-job trainers while building consistency and accountability. Strong organizational and follow-through skills, with the ability to track multiple employees at different stages of training. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Comfortable working directly on the production floor and demonstrating equipment and processes. Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint and the ability to learn company-specific systems. Ability and willingness to work primarily 1st shift while adjusting hours or working other shifts as needed to meet training needs.

Why This Role Matters: Technical training is more than showing someone how to operate a machine. This position will help create a consistent training experience in which employees understand how to perform the job, why requirements matter, how to troubleshoot problems, and when they are truly ready to work independently. The Lead Technical Trainer will help connect our experienced workforce with the next generation of skilled employees while strengthening the systems, documentation, and trainer expectations that support long-term employee success.

Salary Range: $60,000–$80,000 annually, based on relevant technical experience, training experience, and qualifications.