What are the responsibilities and job description for the Training Coordinator position at AKG of America?
Description
Join AKG, a privately owned, 100 year old manufacturing company that continues to grow and innovate in the heat exchanger industry. We’re seeking results-driven team players who are eager to build long-term careers in a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment.
Summary:
The Training Coordinator is responsible for planning, coordinating, and supporting employee training and development programs across the organization. This role works closely with department leaders to ensure employees receive the necessary training to perform their jobs safely and effectively. The Training Coordinator helps develop training materials, schedules training sessions, tracks employee progress, and maintains accurate training records to ensure compliance with company standards and regulatory requirements.
Shift:
Weekdays: 1st Primary
Willing to attend 2nd or 3rd shift for training support
Supervisory Responsibilities:
None
Essential Functions:
Qualification Requirements:
None
Physical Demands:
Manufacturing/ office environment
May require occasional standing, walking, or lifting training materials
Ability to sit for extended periods and work on a computer
Disclaimer:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the position. All employees may have other duties assigned at any time.
Join AKG, a privately owned, 100 year old manufacturing company that continues to grow and innovate in the heat exchanger industry. We’re seeking results-driven team players who are eager to build long-term careers in a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment.
Summary:
The Training Coordinator is responsible for planning, coordinating, and supporting employee training and development programs across the organization. This role works closely with department leaders to ensure employees receive the necessary training to perform their jobs safely and effectively. The Training Coordinator helps develop training materials, schedules training sessions, tracks employee progress, and maintains accurate training records to ensure compliance with company standards and regulatory requirements.
Shift:
Weekdays: 1st Primary
Willing to attend 2nd or 3rd shift for training support
Supervisory Responsibilities:
None
Essential Functions:
- Coordinate and schedule training sessions, orientations, and workshops for new and existing employees
- Support onboarding and new-hire training programs to ensure a smooth and compliant start
- Maintain accurate training records, attendance logs, certifications, and completion tracking
- Assist with the development, updating, and distribution of training materials and resources
- Manage learning management system (LMS) data, including course assignments and reporting
- Communicate training schedules, requirements, and updates to employees and supervisors
- Monitor training compliance with company policies, regulatory requirements, and safety standards
- Evaluate training effectiveness through feedback, assessments, and completion data
- Assist trainers and facilitators with classroom, virtual, and hands-on training logistics
- Coordinate continuing education, refresher training, and re-certification activities
- Prepare reports and documentation related to training activity and compliance
- Collaborate with management to identify training needs and improvement opportunities
- Support local HR teams with employee engagement events, training initiatives, CAP Programming, and employee communications, including translation assistance when necessary.
Qualification Requirements:
- Strong organizational and time-management skills with attention to detail
- Ability to manage multiple training schedules, deadlines, and priorities
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and training tracking systems
- Ability to handle confidential employee information professionally
- Experience working collaboratively with employees at all levels of the organization
- Deliver hands-on training and demonstrations on the production floor, ensuring employees understand processes, quality standards, and safety procedures.
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Experience maintaining records, tracking data, or coordinating programs
- Basic computer proficiency and ability to learn new systems quickly
- Proven communication skills – oral and written.
- Experience with MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
- Ability to organize and lead training sessions, maintain accurate records, and coordinate with multiple departments.
- Strong interpersonal and organizational skills to coach and support employees across all roles and shifts.
- Ability to develop training materials, assessments, and supporting documentation.
None
Physical Demands:
- Must be able to lift 25lbs.
- Will spend time on the production floor coordinating and training with factory personnel.
- Must comply with factory safety policies.
Manufacturing/ office environment
May require occasional standing, walking, or lifting training materials
Ability to sit for extended periods and work on a computer
Disclaimer:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the position. All employees may have other duties assigned at any time.