Training Specialist (Grangeville)

POSITION SUMMARY 

The Training Specialist is responsible for developing, delivering, and managing technical training programs for maintenance personnel. This role ensures that maintenance teams have the knowledge and skills needed to effectively troubleshoot, repair, and maintain sawmill equipment and systems. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in industrial maintenance, training program development, and hands-on technical instruction. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES  

Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS  

• High school diploma or GED.
• Journeyman Millwright Certification or a maintenance background.
• 5+ years of experience in maintenance within a manufacturing environment
• Knowledge of safety principles and OSHA requirements.
• Available to train on all shifts when needed, including day shift, swing shift and weekends. 
•  Skills:
  • Organizational Skills: The ability to manage time, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines. Examples include time management, multitasking, and project management.
  • Attention to Detail: The ability to identify errors, inconsistencies, and inaccuracies. Examples include quality control, proofreading, and precision in execution.
• Technical Skills:  

  • Proficient computer skills – Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook.     

  • Familiarity with manufacturing machinery and safety protocols.  

• Soft Skills:  

  • Leadership: Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and lead a diverse team to achieve a common goal.  

  • Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills for effective collaboration and reporting.  

• Problem-solving: Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities to address operational challenges creatively and effectively.  

• Organizational Skills: The ability to manage time, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines. Examples include time management, multitasking, and production targets.   

• Problem-solving: Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities to address operational challenges creatively and effectively. 
• Ability to work long hours and occasional weekends. 
• Ability to pass a drug and alcohol test, post-offer pre-employment physical, and background check 
• Valid Driver’s License with acceptable motor vehicle history for business travel in company vehicle. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS 

Ability to sit and/or stand for shift, reach with hands and arms, stoop, squat, bend at the waist, kneel, walk varying distance, and climb stairs. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT 

Must be able to tolerate all weather elements, loud conditions, airborne particles (sawdust). 

Idaho Forest Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, genetic information, family medical history, or any other status protected by law.