A bit about us
Trek is an awesome place to work, with amazing benefits for all employees. We build only products we love, provide incredible hospitality to our customers, and change the world by getting more people on bikes. When you're on our team, you're taken care of, encouraged to learn and grow, and given lots of opportunities to do so. Give us your best, and we'll give it right back. Sound pretty sweet? Then come join us!
Job Description
The Manufacturing Training & Repair Specialist is responsible for developing employee capabilities through structured training, skills development, and cross-training initiatives while supporting production through repair, rework, and quality improvement activities. This role serves as a key resource for onboarding new employees, maintaining training documentation, managing skill matrices, and improving workforce flexibility and proficiency.
The ideal candidate is a self-motivated individual who takes initiative, works independently with minimal direction, and demonstrates a strong sense of urgency in supporting employee development, product quality, and repair activities.
Approximate Time Allocation: Training & Development (30%); Repairs, Rework & Operational Support (70%).
Key Responsibilities
Conduct onboarding and training for new employees on products, processes, technologies, tools, and standard work instructions.
Develop, maintain, and administer training programs to improve workforce skills and competency.
Manage and update employee skill matrices and training records.
Evaluate employee proficiency and recommend development opportunities.
Coordinate and deliver cross-training initiatives to increase workforce flexibility and operational coverage.
Develop and maintain training documentation, work instructions, and process guides.
Conduct follow-up evaluations to verify training effectiveness and retention.
Perform product repairs and rework activities on products and assemblies.
Diagnose product defects and implement effective corrective actions.
Perform buffing, polishing, and cosmetic restoration to meet product appearance standards.
Maintain repair logs, tracking systems, and related documentation.
Complete cosmetic touch-ups and finishing work to ensure products meet quality and appearance expectations.
Collaborate with Quality and Production teams to identify recurring issues and implement improvements.
Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, productivity, and employee development.
Requirements
Minimum of 3 years of experience in a manufacturing, assembly, repair, or production environment or bike industry shop experience.
1-2 years training, mentoring, or coaching employees preferred.
Experience with product repair, rework, buffing, polishing, finishing, and cosmetic restoration techniques preferred.
Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, assembly methods, and quality standards.
Ability to work independently, prioritize work effectively, and operate with minimal supervision.
Strong sense of urgency and effective problem-solving skills.
Trek Benefits:
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity ("EEO") Employer. Trek strictly prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, partnership status, sexual orientation, age, national origin, veteran or military status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, training, working conditions, transfer, job assignments, benefits, layoff, and termination.
We are an E-Verify employer.
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| Location | Waterloo, WI |
| Industry | Manufacturing - Other |
| Company Size | 2,000 to 2,499 employees |
| Year Founded | 1976 |
| Website | http://trekbikes.com |
Trek Bicycle is a global leader in the design and manufacture of bicycles and related products. Trek believes the bicycle can be a simple solution to many of the world’s most complex problems, and is committed to breaking down the barriers that prevent people from using bicycles more often for transportation, recreation, and inspiration.
Our mission is to create products we love and take care of our customers. We value our team, making sure the best is on the field. We value new ideas from anywhere, inspiring others with our positive energy, dealing with reality to make the tough calls, and getting things done fast- turning ideas into reality.
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