Training Manager

If you are a Training Manager professional Iooking for an opportunity to grow your career Emerson has an exciting role for you. Based in Elyria OH this position leads the design development and execution of a best-in-class training system that supports plant operations. You will partner across functions to standardize technical training strengthen workforce capability and help ensure products are manufactured to the highest quality and safety standards. This is a highly visible opportunity to drive meaningful impact through training development and continuous improvement.

In This Role Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Design build and execute a comprehensive training system for manufacturing processes.
• Create and maintain a standardized approach to operations and technical training across departments.
• Develop and sustain production training programs including training materials trainer/trainee engagement and effectiveness tracking.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date training documentation and digital training records including training matrices.
• Establish and manage audit systems to verify compliance with safety quality and production requirements.
• Conduct plant-wide training needs assessments to identify skill and knowledge gaps.
• Implement scalable processes and systems to address training needs and close capability gaps.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts to design and deliver training programs across production areas.
• Identify and apply effective training methods and learning tools including hands-on and digital approaches.
• Evaluate training effectiveness and measure impact on employee performance and skill development.
• Provide coaching feedback and guidance to trainers and employees to support development.
• Monitor and direct trainers performing production training activities.
• Advise leadership on training opportunities and recommend action plans for improvement.
• Gather feedback from stakeholders to continuously enhance training programs.
• Support training delivery across shifts as needed.
• Lead initiatives to improve training processes and drive operational excellence.

Who You Are:
You consistently use a variety of approaches to develop others and strengthen team capability. You demonstrate initiative in challenging situations and proactively identify opportunities for improvement. You adapt your communication style to effectively engage diverse audiences and foster understanding. You actively recognize and highlight team contributions to shared goals promoting collaboration and accountability.

For This Role You Will Need:

• A bachelors degree in a related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience in training and development within a manufacturing or operations environment.
• Ability to build implement and manage structured training programs and processes.
• Strong digital literacy including Microsoft Office and tools for creating and delivering training content.
• Ability to analyze information manage processes and maintain standards.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced environment while balancing multiple priorities.
• Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future.

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

• Experience leading or enhancing production training programs in a manufacturing setting.
• Knowledge of continuous improvement methodologies such as 6S Kaizen or process improvement practices.
• Strong presentation facilitation and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to organize prioritize and manage multiple initiatives effectively.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently while exercising sound judgment and initiative.
• Experience coaching mentoring or developing others in a technical or operational environment.

Our Culture and Commitment To You:
At Emerson we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued respected and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation collaboration and diverse perspectivesbecause we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship training or leadership opportunities we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.

Why Work in the Greater Cleveland Area

Our facility is located in Elyria OH (our world headquarters) which is conveniently located within driving distance to Cleveland. The areas generally low costs of living excellent school systems and low crime rates create a family-friendly environment. The area is home to several growing communities with restaurants festivals shopping and arts scenes that make them exciting places to live and work.

About our Location

Since the invention of the modern pipe wrench in 1923 the 25-acre RIDGID world headquarters in Elyria OH has been developing tools that help trades professionals tackle jobs faster safer and more accurately. Today more than 600 employees work in 734K sq. ft. of office and manufacturing space. The campus is also home to a factory tool service center and a state-of-the-art schoolhouse training center that educates and trains hundreds of tradespersons addition to the iconic wrench the campus manufactures RIDGID battery hydraulic tools pipe and electrical tools and drain cleaning components as well as Greenlee step bits and knock-out tools. Emersons Professional Tools business provides the industrys broadest portfolio of advanced reliable tools and technologies for the mechanical electrical and plumbing trades.

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