Materials Trainer

Be a part of our mission! As a world leader in creating comfortable, sustainable, and efficient climate solutions for buildings, homes and transportation, it's our responsibility to put the planet first. For us at Trane Technologies, and through our businesses including Trane® and Thermo King, sustainability is not just how we do business-it is our business. Do you dare to look at the world's challenges and see impactful possibilities? Do you want to contribute to making a better future? If the answer is yes, we invite you to consider joining us in boldly challenging what's possible for a sustainable world.

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Job Summary

At Trane Technologies, we challenge what is possible for a sustainable world. The Materials Trainer reports to the Training Leader and is responsible for preparing employees for success in materials and manufacturing support operations. This role partners with cross-functional teams to assess training needs, develop training materials and curriculum, facilitate onboarding for materials-related roles, and support process consistency across materials operations.

Based in Columbia, South Carolina, this position supports instructional design, training coordination, classroom and hands-on facilitation, reporting, and employee coaching through on-the-job training programs. The Materials Training Specialist works closely with materials, warehouse, and production leadership to resolve training concerns and drive continuous improvement. This role also supports training and certifications related to all Powered Industrial Vehicles (PIV) to help ensure safe and effective operation within materials functions.

Responsibilities

• Design, schedule, and deliver classroom and hands-on training experiences for materials and production support employees
• Facilitate onboarding and role-based training for materials, warehouse, logistics, inventory-related functions, and PIV operation
• Create and execute learning strategies and training programs aligned with business needs
• Measure learning effectiveness and recommend improvements
• Develop and maintain training library materials through the Learning Management System (LMS)
• Generate and publish training reports
• Participate in the development of new training materials and curriculum for materials operations and PIV training
• Interact daily with shop floor and materials management to resolve training concerns and drive process improvements
• Coach employees through on-the-job training activities and support skills development in materials functions
• Support process consistency across materials workflows, including inventory movement, material handling, warehouse support, and safe PIV operation
• Maintain the training facility and related equipment, as applicable
• Perform other duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications

• Associate degree or minimum of 3 years of training experience in manufacturing, materials, warehouse, or logistics environment
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment
• Comprehensive knowledge of manufacturing systems and materials-related processes
• Working knowledge of PIV operation and related safety practices
• Instructional design and facilitation skills
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles
• Familiarity with traditional and modern training methods, tools, and techniques
• Ability to present complex information to a variety of audiences
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across diverse groups and cross-functional teams in multiple locations
• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications such as Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Problem-solving skills to respond to manufacturing process, materials flow, and system issues

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in training, education, organizational development, supply chain, manufacturing, or a related field
• Experience supporting onboarding and structured on-the-job training programs
• Experience working with Learning Management Systems (LMS)
• Experience delivering PIV training in a manufacturing, warehouse, or distribution environment
• Experience in materials, warehouse, logistics, or inventory operations
• Experience supporting continuous improvement initiatives in manufacturing or supply chain environments

Key Competencies

• Training facilitation
• Content creation
• Communication
• Collaboration
• Continuous improvement
• Problem solving
• Organizational skills
• Stakeholder partnership

Work Location

This role is based on site in Columbia, South Carolina.

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Disclaimer: We strive to provide competitive compensation for this position, tailored to a variety of factors. The actual compensation will depend on elements such as seniority, merit, geographic location, education, experience, travel requirements, and union designation. Our compensation range is generally based on the national average for the country. Additionally, benefits may vary depending on the region, business alignment, union involvement, and employee status.

Thrive at work and at home:

• Benefits kick in on DAY ONE for you and your family, including health insurance and holistic wellness programs that include generous incentives - WE DARE TO CARE!
• Family building benefits include fertility coverage and adoption/surrogacy assistance.
• Paid time off includes up to 15 vacation days, paid holidays, sick leave, and additional options to support volunteer and parental leave.
• 401K match up, educational and training opportunities through company programs along with tuition assistance and student debt support.

Disclaimer: Benefit offerings may vary by site as well as Collective Bargaining Agreements and local/state regulations

Safety Sensitive Role:

The company designates certain roles as Safety Sensitive. Safety Sensitive roles may require that you pass additional drug screening.

We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits and programs. We are an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, pregnancy, age, marital status, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any legally protected status.