Vybond is a global market leader in pressure-sensitive adhesive tapes, delivering innovative solutions to a variety of industrial and specialty markets. Headquartered in Franklin, KY, with facilities in Riverhead, NY, and Bristol, RI, Vybond Group, Inc. manufactures specialty foil, film, and duct tapes and adhesives. With over 1,500 specialty SKUs spanning 500+ product families, Vybond serves 1,500+ customers across the HVAC, building and construction, industrial, retail, medical, aerospace, automotive, and other specialty industries.
Job Summary:
The Training Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the development, implementation, and evaluation of training programs for production staff within the manufacturing facility. This role ensures that employees are equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge to perform their jobs safely, efficiently, and in alignment with company standards.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assess training needs across departments and develop targeted training plans.
- Design, implement, and maintain onboarding and ongoing training programs for production employees.
- Supervise and support a team training specialist.
- Facilitate hands-on training, certification processes, and refresher courses.
- Monitor training effectiveness and make improvements based on feedback and performance metrics.
- Maintain accurate training records and ensure compliance with regulatory and safety standards.
- Collaborate with department heads to align training with operational goals.
- Develop and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) related to training.
- Ensure training coverage across all shifts and audit training quality regularly.
Other Responsibilities:
- Perform additional responsibilities as needed.
- Bachelor’s degree in Education, Industrial Management, or a related field.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in a training or supervisory role within a manufacturing environment.
- Strong understanding of adult learning principles and instructional design.
- Experience with Learning Management Systems (LMS) and training documentation.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
- Ability to adapt training strategies to a fast-paced and evolving environment.
Preferred Skills:
- Certification in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies.
- Familiarity with OSHA and other regulatory training requirements.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Education, Industrial Management, or a related field
- At least 3 years of experience in a training or supervisory role within a manufacturing environment
- Understanding of adult learning principles and instructional design
- Experience with Learning Management Systems and training documentation
- Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills
- Ability to adapt training strategies to a fast-paced and evolving environment
- Certification in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies
- Familiarity with OSHA and other regulatory training requirements
What We Do
Vybond is a leading U.S. manufacturer of high-performance pressure-sensitive adhesive tapes and specialty bonding solutions. Formerly the Specialty Tapes division of Berry Global and now an independent company backed by Nautic Partners, Vybond serves critical applications in the automotive, aerospace, medical, HVACR, and construction industries. Its extensive portfolio includes trusted industrial brands such as Polyken®, Nashua®, Adchem®, Ludlow®, and Patco®.
