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About the Role

The Manufacturing Training Lead is responsible for leading, developing, and continuously improving training programs that build workforce capability across the manufacturing site. This role partners closely with Operations, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, and Continuous Improvement teams to ensure employees are equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge. The role serves as a subject matter expert for manufacturing learning and development, driving employee readiness, trainer effectiveness, and workforce flexibility through innovative training solutions, coaching, and capability-building initiatives.

Responsibilities

Lead the design, development, implementation, and continuous improvement of manufacturing training programs aligned with production, quality, safety, and regulatory requirements.
Create engaging learning experiences through classroom instruction, hands-on training, visual work instructions, instructional videos, and other adult learning methodologies.
Translate manufacturing specifications, engineering drawings, work instructions, and standard operating procedures into effective training materials.
Develop and maintain a library of approved training materials, photos, videos, and visual training aids.
Partner with Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, and Operations teams to ensure training content accurately reflects current manufacturing processes and quality requirements.
Collaborate with business leaders to establish and maintain structured training pathways for new hires, transfers, and cross-trained associates.
Support onboarding programs that accelerate employee readiness and effectiveness in manufacturing roles.
Own and continuously improve the site's Train-the-Trainer certification program.
Develop, coach, and certify production trainers and subject matter experts across manufacturing processes and product families.
Establish trainer qualification standards and ensure trainers maintain certification requirements.
Evaluate trainer effectiveness through observation, feedback, and performance metrics.
Partner with manufacturing leadership to strengthen training delivery, employee engagement, and learning outcomes.
Analyze training effectiveness using employee feedback, performance metrics, quality trends, and operational results.
Identify workforce capability gaps and implement targeted development strategies.
Lead the development and maintenance of skills matrices and cross-training programs.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives related to training effectiveness, employee development, quality, safety, and productivity.
Partner with site leadership to support succession planning, workforce development, and long-term capability-building strategies.
Promote a culture of continuous learning and professional development.
Support cross-functional projects and strategic workforce initiatives.
Participate in audits and training-related compliance activities.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Associate's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Education, Organizational Development, Engineering Technology, Industrial Technology, or a related field.
Minimum of 3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
Minimum of 3 years of experience in manufacturing training, workforce development, learning and development, operations support, quality systems, or related functions.
Experience developing and delivering training programs in a manufacturing environment.
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, Education, Organizational Development, Industrial Engineering, Engineering, or a related discipline.
Experience in medical device manufacturing or another highly regulated industry.
Experience with Learning Management Systems (LMS) or training management systems.
Experience creating instructional videos, visual work instructions, and multimedia training materials.
Experience working cross-functionally with Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, and Operations teams.
Experience developing skills matrices, competency assessments, and cross-training programs.
Knowledge of adult learning principles and instructional design methodologies.
Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, or Six Sigma experience.
Prior experience in coaching, mentoring, trainer certification, or Train-the-Trainer programs.
Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

Skills

Strong communication, facilitation, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to effectively engage learners in both classroom and hands-on training environments.
Strong training, coaching, and content development skills.
Solid understanding of manufacturing operations, quality systems, and workplace safety requirements.
Ability to analyze data and assess training effectiveness using performance and quality metrics.
Strong organizational, documentation, and project coordination skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
Ability to read, write, interpret, and understand technical documentation written in English.
Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations and utilize manufacturing measuring devices and tools.
Ability to work flexible hours in support of multiple shifts and training schedules.
Learning & Development
Adult Learning Principles
Workforce Development
Instructional Design
Competency Management
Training Effectiveness Measurement
Employee Development
Cross-Training Programs
Facilitation and Coaching
Continuous Improvement
Lean Manufacturing
Change Management

Location

USA NY - Glens Falls

Work Type

Full-time

Experience Level

Minimum of 3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
Minimum of 3 years of experience in manufacturing training, workforce development, learning and development, operations support, quality systems, or related functions.

Education Level

Associate's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Education, Organizational Development, Engineering Technology, Industrial Technology, or a related field.
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, Education, Organizational Development, Industrial Engineering, Engineering, or a related discipline.

Salary/Compensations

$66,700.00 - $106,700.00 USD Annual

Benefits

Comprehensive Total Rewards program
Reward and recognition opportunities that promote a performance-based culture
Competitive package of compensation and benefits programs

About the Company

BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world.
Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose.
We believe that when people connect in person, we learn faster, collaborate more deeply, and build a stronger culture.
Join us and enjoy a culture where face-to-face collaboration supports your learning, your progress, and your success.
To learn more about BD visit https://bd.com/careers.

Equal Opportunity

Becton, Dickinson, and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.