Production Training Specialist, I

At CS Power Systems, we're on a mission to transform lives by delivering clean, solar-powered electricity to millions worldwide—and we're just getting started. As a cutting-edge division of Canadian Solar, a global leader founded in 2001, we stand at the forefront of manufacturing high-performance solar panels, inverters, and advanced energy storage solutions. In this fast-growing, high-impact industry, our deep commitment to sustainability drives everything we do, creating innovative technologies that power a brighter, greener future.

Across Canadian Solar's powerful ecosystem—including CS Power Systems, CSPowerTech, e-STORAGE, Recurrent Energy, MSS, and CSI Solar—we're deeply invested in our people's success. If you're passionate about renewable energy and want to "Make the Difference" by building a lasting positive impact on the planet and communities everywhere, join us at CS Power Systems—where your talent can help shape the clean energy revolution.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain training programs for production operators, technicians, and team leaders to support safe and efficient manufacturing operations.
• Create and update training materials, including SOPs, work instructions, presentations, skill matrices, and on-the-job training (OJT) guides.
• Coordinate and conduct onboarding training for new hires, ensuring timely qualification for assigned positions.
• Support cross-training and multi-skill development to improve workforce flexibility and production stability.
• Track training records, certifications, and qualification status to ensure compliance with internal requirements and audits.
• Work closely with Production, Process Engineering, Quality, Equipment, and EHS teams to align training content with current processes and standards.
• Identify training gaps based on production issues, quality defects, or process changes, and propose targeted training solutions.
• Support training activities during new line launches, process changes, and ramp-up phases.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives by integrating training with Lean, 5S, and standard work practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing, Education, or a related field preferred.
• At least 1 year of experience in manufacturing training, production support, or engineering-related roles (experience in high-volume manufacturing is a plus).
• Basic understanding of manufacturing processes, SOPs, and shop-floor operations.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to train and coach employees at different levels.
• Good organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple training programs and priorities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Experience with training documentation, skill matrices, or learning management systems (LMS) is a plus.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting operator certification or qualification systems
• Exposure to Lean Manufacturing, 5S, or standard work implementation
• Experience developing bilingual training materials (English/Spanish or English/Chinese is a plus)
• Experience supporting audits or customer visits related to training compliance

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