Sr. Technical Trainer

Sr. Technical Trainer

SIG SAUER, Inc. is a leading provider and manufacturer of firearms, electro-optics, ammunition, airguns, suppressors, remote controlled weapons stations, and training. For over 250 years SIG SAUER, Inc. has evolved, and thrived, by blending American ingenuity, German engineering, and Swiss precision. Today, SIG SAUER is synonymous with industry-leading quality and innovation which has made it the brand of choice amongst the U.S. Military, the global defense community, law enforcement, competitive shooters, hunters, and responsible citizens. Additionally, SIG SAUER is the premier provider of elite firearms instruction and tactical training at the SIG SAUER Academy. Headquartered in Newington, New Hampshire, SIG SAUER employs people across various U.S. locations, and global facilities across multiple regions. SIG SAUER is certified a Great Place to Work™. For more information about the company and product line visit: www.sigsauer.com.

Position Summary: The Sr. Technical Trainer is responsible for developing, delivering, and strengthening technical workforce capability within Manufacturing. This role partners with Manufacturing leadership, Technical Leads, subject-matter experts (SMEs), Engineering, Quality, and SIG Training to address technical skill needs and support Manufacturing’s strategy of using Technical Leads as the primary source of on-the-job training (OJT). This position combines direct technical training with capability building. It develops and delivers targeted training where needed while helping Technical Leads and Manufacturing SMEs transfer knowledge effectively, reinforce Operator Standard of Work, and build consistent OJT capability across shifts. The Sr. Technical Trainer also leads cross-functional technical training projects from needs analysis through implementation and measurement.

FLSA: Exempt

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and deliver targeted technical training for Manufacturing populations based on identified business and skill needs.
• Provide hands-on, instructor-led, point-of-work, or blended training in technical areas aligned with demonstrated expertise, such as Blueprint Reading, GD&T, mechanical inspection, machining fundamentals, CNC-related concepts, setup fundamentals, and quality concepts.
• Support Manufacturing in developing Technical Leads as effective OJT instructors through coaching, teach-backs, observation, feedback, and consistent training practices.
• Partner with Manufacturing SMEs to identify, capture, and transfer critical technical and tribal knowledge to Technical Leads and developing employees.
• Use approved Work Instructions, Control Plans, Tool Sheets, quality requirements, and other controlled Manufacturing documentation as the technical foundation for OJT and technical training.
• Collaborate with SIG Training to develop standardized supplemental learning materials when needed, including OJT guides, job breakdowns, learning objectives, practice activities, knowledge checks, and qualification tools.
• Support training and reinforcement of Operator Standard of Work through effective instruction, practice, repetition, coaching, and demonstrated competency.
• Conduct technical training needs analysis and recommend the most appropriate development approach, including Technical Lead OJT, SME coaching, direct instruction, formal training, external expertise, or blended solutions.
• Lead cross-functional technical training and workforce-development projects, including scope, planning, stakeholder coordination, milestones, risks, implementation, communication, and follow-through.
• Coordinate with approved external technical-training and workforce-development partners where outside expertise can strengthen internal capability.
• Partner with Manufacturing and SIG Training to evaluate training effectiveness, competency, OJT consistency, and opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Design and support training approaches that minimize unnecessary time away from production and provide appropriate technical-development access across 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shifts.
• Build strong working relationships with Operators, Technical Leads, SMEs, Engineering, Quality, SIG Training, and Manufacturing leadership.
• Travel as needed.
• Support the implementation of training effectiveness metrics and work with leadership to track improvements against KPIs. Support continuous improvement efforts by identifying opportunities to enhance training delivery and effectiveness.
• Participate in 5S workplace organizational activities and maintain the area in good working order through sustainment activities.
• Miscellaneous duties as assigned.
• Must follow all required Safety and ISO procedures.

Education/Experience & Skills:

• Bachelors degree in Business, Human Resources, Organizational Development, or related field preferred. 4-8 years of experience in manufacturing operations, machining, technical training, manufacturing engineering, quality, or a related technical environment.
• Internal operational certifications commensurate with level and years of experience required. LSS Green Belt preferred, not required.
• Demonstrated experience developing and delivering technical training, structured OJT, technical coaching, or comparable workforce-development programs.
• Strong working knowledge of manufacturing operations and the ability to work effectively with technical SMEs.
• Experience leading cross-functional projects or programs involving multiple stakeholders.
• Strong project-management, facilitation, coaching, communication, presentation, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to analyze technical skill gaps, select appropriate development approaches, and manage multiple priorities in a dynamic Manufacturing environment.
• Highly capable with Microsoft Office products, especially PowerPoint and Word, and understands the backend of the LMS platform. May also begin to use eLearning development tools depending on the type of projects assigned.
• Must be able to clearly, concisely, and accurately convey ideas and information to others, both verbally and in written form that are progressive with position and level of experience.
• Collaborate effectively and take all necessary actions to ensure the success of each training initiative.

Working Conditions:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working at a computer using a keyboard and mouse performing repetitive tasks.
• Ability to open file cabinets, reach with hands and arms, bend, and twist, lift and move files.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
• Must wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) where required.
• Must comply with all work exposure EH&S training requirements and adhere to SIG SAUER Inc. Security Mandates

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.