What are the responsibilities and job description for the Training Specialist position at Vitro Flat Glass?
Pittsburgh Glass Works, LLC. is seeking an organized and driven Training Specialist for our Tipton, PA location.
Pittsburgh Glass Works (PGW), a proud subsidiary of Vitro Automotive, is one of the world’s premier providers of cutting‑edge automotive glass solutions. Our Tipton, PA facility is home to advanced manufacturing where we produce high‑quality side and rear windows for some of the biggest names in the industry—including GM, Ford, Toyota, and many more!
Nestled in the scenic mountains of central Pennsylvania, Tipton offers the perfect mix of small‑town charm and easy access to major destinations—just 45 minutes from State College and 2 hours east of Pittsburgh.
Be part of a team shaping the future of automotive glass manufacturing!
Responsibilities:
- Identify gaps related with performance, competence, and skills.
- Develops training plan for employees & administrative staff to comply with the competence required.
- In conjunction with operations and staff areas, generate company specific training programs to close the competency gaps.
- Conduct Train the Trainers Development Program.
- Coordinate Onboarding process
- Assure on the job training with qualified trainers in the process
- Apply Employee´s Qualification/Certification Program including knowledge and skills evaluation, supported with on the job and collaborative training.
- Implement and follow up of Training KPI´s
- Evaluate the effectiveness of training on employees using individual or group performance results.
- Manage Training Budget
- Maintain updated training records and skills matrix.
- Coordinate and maintain up to date LMS (Learning Management System), training programs and materials.
- Support training and development requirements of the current 3rd. party and customer requirements, such as: ISO 9000, ISO-TS16949, ISO14001, ISO 28000 and ISO 35000.
- Coordinate the development of training materials using the Corporate guidelines.
- Apply effective learning methodologies to contribute to the planning requirements.
- Submit WEDNet grant requests annually.
- Supervise hourly Training Coordinator and Fork Truck Driver Trainer
- Occasional travel to other plants may be necessary (1-2 times per year). Availability to face-to-face with the off shift regularly is necessary.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, Engineering, or other related field is required
- 3-5 years of experience in the automotive industry is desirable
- Must be strong in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
- Previous experience with Degreed and Udemy, or other LMS system a plus.
- Must manage multiple priorities and projects and report to management on progress
- Demonstrated leadership skills
Benefits:
- Competitive pay
- Annual bonus opportunity with the short-term incentive program
- Benefits -- medical, dental, vision, short term disability, long term disability
- Employee assistance program
- Employee Education Reimbursement Program
- Paid time off with vacation and holidays from day one
- Employee discounts
- And more!