Location: Hampton, VA, Virginia, United States
Date published: 30-Apr-2026
Job ID: 173666
Description and Requirements
Job Title: Training Coordinator
Location: Hampton, VA
Shift: 7:00 AM – 4:30 PM EST
Pay Rate: $27–$30/hour
Job Type: 6-months Contract (On-site)
Overview
Our client is seeking an experienced Training Coordinator to support the development and delivery of training programs within a manufacturing environment. This role plays a key part in enhancing workforce capabilities by implementing structured training programs, supporting trainers, and driving continuous improvement initiatives aligned with operational excellence goals
Key Responsibilities
- Collaborate cross-functionally with teams across operations, engineering, and leadership to support training initiatives
- Deliver and support Train-the-Trainer programs, coaching production trainers on effective job instruction methods, including:
- Breaking down tasks
- Training to competency
- Managing training matrices
- Executing structured training plans
- Apply Training Within Industry (TWI) and Job Instruction (JI) methodologies to enhance training effectiveness
- Develop and deliver training materials, including:
- Instructor guides
- Lesson plans
- Audio-visual content
- Learning activities aligned to business objectives
- Assess training effectiveness through evaluations, employee performance metrics, and feedback
- Identify opportunities for continuous improvement in training processes and recommend scalable solutions
- Support skills development programs for both direct labor and frontline leadership teams
- Maintain training documentation, records, and compliance with organizational standards
Qualifications
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a related field
- Experience in regulated industries (e.g., medical devices, manufacturing)
- Background in instructional design or adult learning principles
- 10+ years of experience in training delivery within manufacturing or regulated environments (medical device experience preferred)
- Hands-on experience in training trainers, instructional design, or adult learning methodologies
- Strong knowledge of TWI, Job Instruction (JI), and training systems
- Experience working in lean manufacturing environments
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and enterprise systems such as SAP
- Strong communication skills with the ability to present technical content effectively
- Ability to analyze complex processes and translate them into clear, structured training steps
- Experience working in cross-functional, team-based environments
Key Competencies
- Integrity and accountability
- Team collaboration
- Innovation and continuous improvement mindset
- Strong organizational and time management skills
Additional Information
- Role requires working in a structured manufacturing environment
- Subject to background check and drug screening requirements
- ITAR compliance required