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Training Specialist

CARLEX
Nashville, TN Full Time
POSTED ON 4/5/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/3/2026

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
• Develop, conduct and document training of new and existing plant employees
• Update training completion matrixes as required
• Actively participate in all customer mandated and internal Carlex audits as directed
• Monitor and assess training and job performance activities to identify improvement opportunities to the training process
• Provide feedback to plant Production and HR management regarding modifications or procedural changes to the training processes
• Continuously review and update onboarding processes, new hire orientations, certifications and training related programs as required
• Perform quality checks as required
• Collaborate with Supervisors and Operators while monitoring the progress of trainees during the training process and communicate adjustments to the program as needed
• Develop and participate in Continuous Improvement (CI) initiatives
• Develop and refine standardize work, One Point Lessons, Work Instructions, and Standard Operating Procedures
• Collaborate with plant leadership to facilitate Kaizen events
• Train and recertify Powered Lift truck operators

REQUIREMENTS
Education:
• High School diploma or GED required
Years of Experience:
• 3-5 years of experience on a Glass Tempering and Lamination line preferred
Other Requirements:
• Serve as a champion to implement the systematic approach to training plant-wide
• IATF 16929 experience preferred, but not required
• Forklift and/or Powerlift Truck certified
• Demonstrated understanding of all manufacturing production processes with specific production lines
• Demonstrated understanding of both the mechanical and functional operation of production equipment
• Understanding of required PPE, lock out/tag out procedures and e-stops
• Excellent attendance, attitude, and decision-making skills
• Must be able to work beyond the traditional 40 hours per week may be required as workload or projects dictate, including weekends and holidays
KEY COMPETENCIES
• Basic level with Microsoft Office Suite; Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment
• Hands-on approach to problem solving and analysis
• Ability to lead by strong work ethic
• Excellent trouble shooting and problem-solving skills
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to set priorities and goals

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to interface professionally with all employees at all levels
• Ability and willingness to uphold the Carlex Values of Safety, Customer Focused, Teamwork, Excellence and Trust

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