Training Specialist

Training Specialist

Department: Operations Division: Manufacturing

At Daniel Defense Only the Best Build the Best

Daniel Defense engineers and manufactures the world's finest weapon systems and accessories. Our mission to Honor God and Defend freedom is accomplished by serving customers and providing top quality solutions to our military, law enforcement and civilians that are seeking premium firearms for home defense, hunting, and sport shooting.

As the Training Specialist , you will be responsible for the functions outlined below.

Essential Functions:

• Responsible for demonstrating commitment to and leadership of environmental health and safety principles, policies and procedures.
• Support plant-wide training plans for manufacturing and professional teams, aligning delivery with operational priorities.
• Deliver hands-on, instructor-led, and on-the-job training across shifts and departments.
• Apply adult learning principles to adapt instruction for varied learning styles and technical complexity.
• Develop and update SOPs, work instructions, job aids, checklists, and training materials.
• Schedule, assign, and track training in the LMS; maintain accurate, audit-ready records.
• Observe work performance and conduct skills checks to verify safe, correct, and independent task execution.
• Partner with supervisors and subject matter experts to define role expectations, competency models, and training pathways.
• Facilitate onboarding and role-transition training that reinforces culture, safety, quality, and standard work.
• Coach employees through refresher training, retraining, and follow-up development when gaps are identified.
• Analyze audit results, learner feedback, and completion data to improve training effectiveness.
• Maintain training matrices and qualification records to identify skill gaps, recertification needs, and cross-training opportunities.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to communicate training status, priorities, and risk areas to leadership.
• Support training readiness for new equipment, revised procedures, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Participates in the company's efforts to continuously improve in Safety, 6S, Quality, Delivery and Productivity.
• Expected to be a contributor to the company standards on high integrity, safety, fair and equitable treatment and a positive work environment
• Other responsibilities as deemed appropriate or necessary by management.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Associate degree in Education, Business, Training & Development, Organizational Development, or a related field; equivalent experience considered.
• 2+ years of training, onboarding, or workforce development experience in manufacturing or industrial settings.
• Working knowledge of adult learning principles, structured OJT, and competency-based assessment methods.
• Ability to translate technical processes into clear SOPs, work instructions, job aids, and training content.
• Experience delivering hands-on training and evaluating proficiency through observation, demonstration, or skills checklists.
• Familiarity with Learning Management Systems, training matrices, qualification tracking, and recordkeeping practices.
• Technical writing capability preferred; experience creating visual aids or digital learning content is desirable.
• Strong facilitation, presentation, and coaching skills with diverse learners and cross-functional partners.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills; able to explain technical concepts clearly and professionally.
• Strong organization, time management, and follow-through skills in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook) for reporting and training communication.
• Ability to work independently, manage changing priorities, and support training needs across multiple shifts.
• Analytical ability to interpret training data, identify skill gaps, and recommend practical improvements.
• Work on multiple projects simultaneously, set priorities, identify and address problems, meet deadlines, and stay within budget.
• Demonstrated ability to recognize and work with our Company Values.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift and carry awkward items weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Requires intermittent standing, walking, sitting and bending throughout the workday.
• Must be able to work in a manufacturing environment, to include working in and around machinery, exposure to noise and chemicals, lights/lasers, etc.
• Must be able to wear appropriate Personal Protection Equipment as required by your position and/or Company policy.

Daniel Defense is an EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability employer and promotes a "Drug-Free Workplace."

Note: The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by those assigned to the job. This list is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel in this job. Responsibilities are subject to change at the discretion of the employer and do not establish a contract of employment - Daniel Defense is an at-will employer.

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