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Southwire Company
Specialist, Training Operations
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Waco, Georgia
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Full-Time
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TBD
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Operations
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September 11th, 2026
LMS
Edtech.com's Summary
Southwire Company LLC is hiring a Specialist, Training Operations. The role involves executing and supporting training programs at the operational level, focusing on onboarding, safety, and skills development for team members. This position partners with site leaders to implement corporate training strategies, maintain documentation, and foster a culture of continuous learning and operational excellence.
Highlights
- Develops and delivers customized training programs, including onboarding and safety training for hourly team members.
- Supports training rollout and change communication during organizational initiatives.
- Maintains up-to-date training records and reports on participation and effectiveness.
- Partners with supervisors and frontline staff to identify and address training gaps.
- Required knowledge of facilitation, Learning Management Systems (LMS), and instructional design.
- Bachelor’s degree preferred, ideally in Education, HR, Organizational Development, or a business-related field.
- 2-4 years of experience in training or operations within manufacturing or distribution; 5-7 years preferred.
- Experience with adult learning principles, continuous improvement, and training development in industrial environments.
- Works in various conditions including office, warehouse floor, and environments with noise, heat/cold, and elevated platforms.
- Benefits include 401k with matching, insurance packages, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and professional growth opportunities.
Specialist, Training Operations Full Description
Specialist, Training Operations
Date: Aug 29, 2026
Location: Waco, GA, US, 30182
Company: Southwire Company LLC
A leader in technology and innovation, Southwire Company, LLC is one of North America’s largest wire and cable producers. Southwire and its subsidiaries manufacture building wire and cable, utility products, metal-clad cable, portable and electronic cord products, OEM wire products and engineered products. In addition, Southwire supplies assembled products, contractor equipment, electrical components, hand tools and jobsite power and lighting solutions. The company also offers digital solutions including contractor planning and utility grid resiliency as well as field services including cable testing, rejuvenation and replacement to support our customers as a value-add partner. We are proud to offer competitive compensation, employee benefits, tuition reimbursement and unlimited growth opportunities. Our more than seven decades of progressive growth can be attributed to our determination to developing innovative systems and solutions, exercising environmental stewardship and enhancing the well-being of the communities in which we work and live. How will you power what’s possible?
Location: Atlanta Distribution Center
This role will transition to our new Mega Distribution Center in Waco, GA (est. opening Q4 '26). Until then, the position will be based in Villa Rica, GA.
Job Summary
The Specialist, Training Operations is responsible for executing training programs at the operational level, focusing on the delivery and support of training initiatives. This role ensures team members receive effective onboarding, safety, and skills-based training. The Training Specialist for Operations supports the implementation of corporate training strategies, maintains training documentation, and partners with site leadership to drive a culture of continuous learning and operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities
Provides strategic leadership and executes training programs at the operational level, focusing on delivery and support
Executes training plans and provides feedback for improvement
Customizes and localizes training materials for specific roles or departments; facilitates in-person & virtual training
Delivers onboarding, safety, and job-specific training to hourly team members; mentors and others, may lead projects
Drive change communication and training rollout during change initiatives
Partners with supervisors and frontline employees to identify training gaps
Maintains training records and ensures documentation is up to date at the local level
Collects feedback and reports on training, participation and comprehension
Demonstrates learning commitment: required to develop skills in facilitation, LMS management, and instructional design
Performs other duties as assigned
Complies with all policies and standards
Required Education & Experience
Location: Atlanta Distribution Center
This role will transition to our new Mega Distribution Center in Waco, GA (est. opening Q4 '26). Until then, the position will be based in Villa Rica, GA.
Job Summary
The Specialist, Training Operations is responsible for executing training programs at the operational level, focusing on the delivery and support of training initiatives. This role ensures team members receive effective onboarding, safety, and skills-based training. The Training Specialist for Operations supports the implementation of corporate training strategies, maintains training documentation, and partners with site leadership to drive a culture of continuous learning and operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities
Provides strategic leadership and executes training programs at the operational level, focusing on delivery and support
Executes training plans and provides feedback for improvement
Customizes and localizes training materials for specific roles or departments; facilitates in-person & virtual training
Delivers onboarding, safety, and job-specific training to hourly team members; mentors and others, may lead projects
Drive change communication and training rollout during change initiatives
Partners with supervisors and frontline employees to identify training gaps
Maintains training records and ensures documentation is up to date at the local level
Collects feedback and reports on training, participation and comprehension
Demonstrates learning commitment: required to develop skills in facilitation, LMS management, and instructional design
Performs other duties as assigned
Complies with all policies and standards
Required Education & Experience
- Minimum Education Level: Bachelor's Degree highly preferred
- Specialized Degree: Education, or business-related field
- Years of Experience: 2-4 years
- Field of Expertise: Training or operations in a manufacturing/distribution environment
Preferred Education & Experience
- Specialized Degree: Education, HR, Organizational Development or related field
- Years of Experience: 5-7 Years
- Field of Expertise: Knowledge of adult learning principles, Training, Learning & Development, Continuous Improvement, or Organization Operations in a manufacturing/distribution environment
Physical Requirements
Standing: 50%
Sitting: 25%
Walking: 25%
Working Conditions
Office
Plant/Warehouse Floor
Various Shifts
Extreme Heat/Cold
Heights/Elevated Platforms
Loud Noise
Equipment
Computer/Keyboard
Safety Glasses
Safety Shoes
Competencies
Action Oriented
Plans and Aligns
Customer Focus
Balances Stakeholders
Collaborates
Nimble Learning
Skills
Accountability
Change Management
Collaboration
Employee Engagement
Influencing Skills
Instructional Design
Learning Management Systems
Train The Trainer
Training And Development Needs Assessment
Training Records Management
Benefits We Offer:
- 401k with Matching
- Family and Individual Insurance Packages (Health, Life, Dental, and Vision)
- Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
- Long & Short-Term Disability
- Supplemental Insurance Plans
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Referral Program
- Tuition Reimbursement Programs
- Advancement & Professional Growth opportunities
- Parental Leave
- & More
Southwire is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Nearest Major Market: Atlanta
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