Workforce Development Coach/Trainer-Manufacturing

YMCA - Memphis, TN

Full-time - Mid Level

Memphis, TN

Social Assistance

About the position

The WORC Coach & Trainer will provide training and coaching to program participants to help them develop the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in the manufacturing sector. This role involves delivering training programs, mentoring, supporting on-the-job training, and maintaining relationships with participants to track retention and long-term satisfaction with the program.

Responsibilities

• Maintain strong relationships with employer and community partners
• Communicate effectively with AJC partner staff, employers, partners, participants, and the public
• Develop and maintain relationships with program participants to support their growth and development in the manufacturing industry
• Collaborate with industry partners and trainers to conduct skills assessments
• Recommend and/or develop training materials and curriculum to achieve training needs for a manufacturing-based workforce development program
• Deliver training programs, on-the-job training, and mentoring to program participants
• Ensure strong partnership connection with training partners to provide the most effective pathway to job placement
• Track participant progress and ensure overall participant achievement to meet required grant outcomes
• Assess participant needs and develop individualized training & support plans
• Develop and provide one-on-one coaching to participants to help develop their skills and knowledge
• Manage administrative tasks related to training, tracking completion, non-completers, industry certifications, job placement, and wages
• Connect to the American Job Centers to assist participants with job placement
• Maintain relationships with participants to track retention and long-term satisfaction

Requirements

• 2 or more years in the Manufacturing or Workforce Development sector
• Strong organizational and management skills
• Industry-related certifications in manufacturing and related fields
• Understanding and awareness of the needs of communities marginalized or historically excluded
• Excellent relationship-building skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with a team