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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.\nLearn about our benefits designed for you to thrive at work and at home.\nWe boldly go.\nWhere is the work:\nOn-Site (5 days)Job Summary\nAt 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.\nBased 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.\nResponsibilities\nDesign, schedule, and deliver classroom and hands-on training experiences for materials and production support employees\nFacilitate onboarding and role-based training for materials, warehouse, logistics, inventory-related functions, and PIV operation\nCreate and execute learning strategies and training programs aligned with business needs\nMeasure learning effectiveness and recommend improvements\nDevelop and maintain training library materials through the Learning Management System (LMS)\nGenerate and publish training reports\nParticipate in the development of new training materials and curriculum for materials operations and PIV training\nInteract daily with shop floor and materials management to resolve training concerns and drive process improvements\nCoach employees through on-the-job training activities and support skills development in materials functions\nSupport process consistency across materials workflows, including inventory movement, material handling, warehouse support, and safe PIV operation\nMaintain the training facility and related equipment, as applicable\nPerform other duties as assigned\nBasic Qualifications\nAssociate degree or minimum of 3 years of training experience in manufacturing, materials, warehouse, or logistics environment\nMinimum of 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment\nComprehensive knowledge of manufacturing systems and materials-related processes\nWorking knowledge of PIV operation and related safety practices\nInstructional design and facilitation skills\nKnowledge of lean manufacturing principles\nFamiliarity with traditional and modern training methods, tools, and techniques\nAbility to present complex information to a variety of audiences\nExcellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across diverse groups and cross-functional teams in multiple locations\nProficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications such as Excel, Word, and PowerPoint\nProblem-solving skills to respond to manufacturing process, materials flow, and system issues\nPreferred Qualifications\nBachelor’s degree in training, education, organizational development, supply chain, manufacturing, or a related field\nExperience supporting onboarding and structured on-the-job training programs\nExperience working with Learning Management Systems (LMS)\nExperience delivering PIV training in a manufacturing, warehouse, or distribution environment\nExperience in materials, warehouse, logistics, or inventory operations\nExperience supporting continuous improvement initiatives in manufacturing or supply chain environments\nKey Competencies\nTraining facilitation\nContent creation\nCommunication\nCollaboration\nContinuous improvement\nProblem solving\nOrganizational skills\nStakeholder partnership\nWork Location\nThis role is based on site in Columbia, South Carolina.\nAnnual Base Salary Range or Hourly Base Pay Range:\n$28.00Compensation Type:\nHourlyIncentive Eligible:\nNoSales Commission Eligible:\nNoDisclaimer: 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.\nThrive at work and at home:\nBenefits 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!\nFamily building benefits include fertility coverage and adoption/surrogacy assistance.\nPaid time off includes up to 15 vacation days, paid holidays, sick leave, and additional options to support volunteer and parental leave. \n401K match up, educational and training opportunities through company programs along with tuition assistance and student debt support. \nDisclaimer: Benefit offerings may vary by site as well as Collective Bargaining Agreements and local/state regulations\nSafety Sensitive Role:\nYesThe company designates certain roles as Safety Sensitive. Safety Sensitive roles may require that you pass additional drug screening.\nWe offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits and programs. 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