Site Technical Trainer in Wakefield

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Position summary

The Site Technical Trainer leads the execution of the technical training strategy at a specific manufacturing site. Acting as the official representative of the Technical Training organization on-site, this role ensures consistent application of the approved technical training model and BOE Technical Training pillar, without day-to-day supervision. The trainer independently drives site training initiatives, partners with site leadership, and fosters a strong culture of technical development to build workforce capability. The trainer must demonstrate autonomy, decision-making capability, deep understanding of manufacturing floor operations, and the ability to influence across levels. This position is critical to the successful development of technical skills, onboarding of new employees, and the overall effectiveness of the plant’s workforce.

Areas of responsibility include:

• BOE Technical Training Pillar Execution: Independently lead the deployment of the BOE Technical Training pillar within the site. Adapt corporate training standards to site-specific needs while maintaining alignment with regional strategies. Serve as the primary technical training point of contact for site leadership and operational teams.
• Instructor-Led Training Delivery: Deliver structured technical training sessions covering theoretical and practical components. Translate complex manufacturing concepts into accessible, action-oriented training for all skill levels. Ensure employees gain practical application of learned skills through hands-on activities. Partner with HR and functional managers to support new hire technical training.
• OJT Program Oversight: Mentor and guide OJT Trainers to deliver high-quality, consistent hands-on training. Conduct periodic reviews of OJT delivery to verify training effectiveness and employee proficiency.
• Technical Assessments & Qualifications: Conduct competency assessments, observations, and qualification of employees on critical tasks. Identify and address technical skill gaps through customized retraining initiatives.
• Systems and Documentation Management: Manage training assignments and completions within the Learning Management System (LMS). Maintain training records and ensure traceability in the Electronic Document Management System (eDMS). Collaborate with SMEs to develop, update, and validate plant-specific work instructions and technical training content.
• Training Metrics & Continuous Improvement: Track and report on training effectiveness and KPIs to site leadership and regional training teams. Drive continuous improvement initiatives based on training data and operational feedback.

What are we looking for:

• Minimum 7 years’ experience working directly on the production floor in a manufacturing environment (e.g., technician, operator, mechanic).
• Proven ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and make sound decisions in a manufacturing setting.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to communicate clearly, assertively, and influence stakeholders at all organizational levels.
• Demonstrated capability in coaching, mentoring, and facilitating knowledge transfer to operators and technicians.
• Effective collaboration with production teams and support functions.
• Solid working knowledge of production equipment, with the ability to master at least three key pieces of equipment.
• Experience using Learning Management Systems (LMS) for training management.
• Familiarity with electronic Document Management Systems (eDMS) for documentation and compliance.

Ball Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We actively encourage applications from everybody, regardless of gender, age, ethnicity, faith, ability, or orientation. When you join Ball you belong to a team of over 16,000 members worldwide. Our products range from infinitely recyclable aluminium cans, cups to aerosol bottles solutions that enable our customers to contribute to a better world. Each of us has a deep commitment to diversity and inclusion which is the foundation of our culture of belonging. Everyone at Ball is making a difference by doing what we love. Because what we create may change, but what we will always make is a difference.

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