Training & Development Manager - Manufacturing

Location: Waterloo, IA

Job Type: Full-timePay: $80,000 to $100,000 per year, plus bonus Build the training programs that make every employee safer, more skilled, and more confident, from first-day onboarding to advanced welding and equipment training.

Must-Haves: Bachelor’s degree in HR, Education, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or a related field 3 to 5 years in training, learning and development, or technical training Experience developing and delivering training across multiple departments Ability to deliver hands-on technical training and assess employee competency Working knowledge of OSHA and workplace safety training requirements Ability to read blueprints and specifications and understand basic shop math Strong organizational, communication, and presentation skills

What You’ll Do: Build structured onboarding programs, schedules, and role-specific checklists Deliver new hire training across departments and assess readiness before independent work Support production training in blueprint reading, shop math, MIG welding, assembly, and equipment operation Coordinate training for new equipment, tooling, and process changes Partner with Engineering, Operations, and Quality to identify skill gaps Create and maintain training materials, work instructions, and SOPs Lead OSHA safety and compliance training, including PPE, hazard recognition, and overhead crane operation Maintain training records, certifications, and renewal schedules for audit readiness Measure training effectiveness and continuously improve programs

Nice-to-Haves: Manufacturing experience in welding, metal fabrication, or assembly Experience training across multiple shifts Instructional design or adult learning experience

Compensation and Benefits: $80,000 to $100,000 per year Bonus program

About the Company: Our client is a leading manufacturer in the Waterloo, Iowa area focused on safety, quality, and operational excellence. To apply, submit your resume for consideration.