Manufacturing Training & Development Specialist (Hybrid)
Date: Mar 7, 2025
Location: Portland, OR, United States
Company: Oregon Tool
Work Location: Portland, OR
Go one better, together.
We’ve built something we’re extremely proud of, and we think it’s time you became part of it. Working at Oregon Tool, Inc., you’ll build your career and do your best work while contributing to the whole of the company. We're for those who lean into challenges and expect that same attitude from the people around them. We’re a goal-oriented organization that’s firmly committed to creating opportunities for Team Members’ talents to shine and inspire the individuals around them so that we all win together.
At 2,400 Team Members across the globe, you're more than just a link in a chain. From new products, programs, and business units, Oregon Tool, Inc. gives you the space to make systemic change within our business. How will you make your mark?
HOW YOU MAKE AN IMPACT
The Manufacturing Training and Development Specialist manages the Portland Training system, assists the manufacturing department supervisors in updating training records, and creates training content on a variety of topics. Responsible for developing training curriculum for department trainers, evaluating and documenting effectiveness of training activities, and improving the training system. Creates training materials and provides training as needed to support Plant operations. Supports Team Member and Leader development related to safety, quality, productivity, problem solving and technical skills using internal and external resources.
THE DETAILS
- Training & Development - Assess needs, manage Learning Management System (LMS), develop programs, maintain documentation, evaluate effectiveness, deliver training, and coordinate resources.
- Documentation & Communication – Share training updates, collaborate across teams, maintain communication, create/revise documents, and measure program impact.
- Continuous Improvement – Lead projects, support initiatives, and align training with improvement efforts.
QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS
- Experience – 3+ years as a training specialist or facilitator, successfully implementing training programs in manufacturing environment
- Knowledge – Expertise in Adult Learning methods, instructional design, Learning Management System (LMS), and e-learning platforms; multilingual is a plus
- Skills – Strong communication, business writing, and presentation abilities; excellent problem-solving, organization, time management, and public speaking skills
- Attributes – Detail-oriented, collaborative, proactive, and eager to learn; able to translate goals into action and drive performance improvements.
- Technical Proficiency – Skilled in Microsoft Office and media equipment operation
- Availability – Onsite presence required; flexible for extended or irregular hours as needed
For individuals assigned and/or hired to work in Washington, Colorado, Nevada, California, New York, New Jersey, Rhode Island, and Connecticut, Oregon Tool is required by law to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At Oregon Tool, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $70,000 to $80,000.
WHAT WE OFFER:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits available on day one (no waiting period)
- 401k matching (100% of first 3%, 50% of next 3% = 4.5% match on 6% contribution)
- Earn up to 120 hours vacation during your first year of service
- One paid Community Involvement Day available per calendar year
- Global company with small company feel
- Casual work attire
- Onsite Fitness center
- Public Transit access
WHO WE ARE:
Oregon Tool, Inc. is a global, premium-branded, aftermarket-driven precision-cutting-tool platform. At Oregon Tool, Inc., it is our goal to create, cultivate and sustain a global, inclusive culture, where differences drive innovative solutions to meet the needs of our employees and customers. We invite and encourage applications from all skilled individuals, including from groups that are traditionally underrepresented, not just because it’s the right thing to do, but because it makes our company #SharperTogether.
To learn more about our company and history visit us at: www.oregontool.com
Oregon Tool, Inc. will only employ those who are legally authorized to work. Any offer of employment is contingent on a background investigation and drug screen. Oregon Tool, Inc. does not discriminate based on sex, race, color, religion, age, marital status, national origin, citizenship, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected under law.
During the application process we will not ask for or collect any confidential, proprietary, or sensitive personally identifiable information (e.g., date of birth; driver’s license number; or credit card, bank account or other financial information). If you submit such information, you do so at your own risk, and we will not be liable to you or responsible for consequences of your submission. This notice should not be construed as an offer of employment or creating any terms of employment.