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Technical Trainer - Manufacturing

🇺🇸 Huntington, WV 🕑 Full-Time 💰 TBD 💻 Learning & Development 🗓️ February 16th, 2026

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Marshall University is hiring a Technical Trainer - Manufacturing to provide Train-the-Trainer and mentor training for apprenticeship providers at the Marshall Advanced Manufacturing Center (MAMC). The role involves designing customized training, assisting with technical services and instruction, collaborating with the MAMC Industry Advisory Council, interacting with clients and management, maintaining safety standards, and supporting student recruiting efforts. The position requires travel and may involve working at MAMC locations in South Charleston and Huntington.

Highlights
  • Develop and conduct Train-the-Trainer programs and apprenticeship mentoring.
  • Design customized training to meet manufacturing industry demands and assist with instructional programs.
  • Collaborate with the MAMC Industry Advisory Council to uphold industry standards.
  • Engage daily with MAMC sites, management, local and regional manufacturing clients.
  • Lead safety procedures and facility maintenance to ensure a clean and safe environment.
  • Support student recruitment and participate in industry outreach activities.
  • Maintain knowledge of advanced manufacturing processes and materials to enhance workforce capabilities.
  • Requires an Associate degree in education, curriculum design, or a technical field and at least five years of training experience in manufacturing-related areas.
  • Must understand adult learning principles and possess strong communication and teamwork skills.
  • Travel nationally is required; willingness to split time between MAMC Charleston and Huntington sites.

Technical Trainer - Manufacturing Full Description

Technical Trainer - Manufacturing
 Position Information 
Banner Position Number  | R10767
Position Title  | Technical Trainer - Manufacturing
Classification Title  | MURC-Machinists
Department  | Robert C. Byrd Institute - RC1511
Job Description  | The Marshall Advanced Manufacturing Center (MAMC) is accepting resumes for a Technical Trainer that will be based at MAMC South Charleston or MAMC Huntington.

Provide Train-the-Trainer and mentor training for apprenticeship providers. Designing and providing customized training to meet industry demand; assist with technical services for clients; assisting with instruction of various programs and related training for apprentice occupations. Duties may include assisting with apprenticeship testing and interviews, developing lesson plans, setup and assignment of online class material and assisting in the instruction of other MAMC training programs.

Working with the MAMC Industry Advisory Council to maintain industry standards. Includes day-to-day interaction with all MAMC sites, pertinent day-to-day interaction with MAMC management, intense day-to-day interaction with local and regional customers, ensure partner and industry satisfaction, lead in developing and implementing appropriate procedures and processes to ensure the latest technologies are available. Lead in maintaining a safe and clean facility, assuring all safety procedures are followed. Assist with student recruiting activities. Travel will be required, and candidate may split time between MAMC Charleston and MAMC Huntington locations.

Additional Responsibilities: Maintaining familiarity with new and developing manufacturing processes and materials; assisting industrial and individuals with advanced manufacturing techniques to develop and enhance the regions’ industrial workforce capabilities, and performing other duties as assigned.

Location  | OTHR - Other Off-Campus Location
Salary Range  | Salary is commensurate with experience and internal equity
 
Required Qualifications 
Education  | An Associate in education, curriculum design or a technical field is required.

Experience  | Must have a minimum of five years’ work experience as a trainer/educator, preferably in a manufacturing field such as machining, industrial maintenance, automation, safety, electrical, logistics, or quality. Must have a strong understanding of adult learning concepts. Strong oral and written skills combined with a team-player attitude are required. Interested individuals must display self-initiative and the ability to work in a team environment. Must be willing to travel nationally to conduct training and visit manufacturing companies to advise of MAMC service offerings and willing to do industry outreach and recruiting activities.
 
Preferred Qualifications 
Education  | An Bachelor’s degree in education, curriculum design or a technical field is preferred.

Experience  | Hands-on instruction or training experience is preferred. Oversight and supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment is a plus. Industry certifications such as, but not limited to, NIMS, AWS, or OSHA are desired.
 Posting Detail Information 
Posting Number  | MR0835
Open Date  | 11/03/2025
Close Date  |
Open Until Filled  | Yes
Special Instructions Summary  | 
Supplemental Questions
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Applicant Documents
Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents
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