Manufacturing Trainer

Your role and responsibilities

In this role, you will be responsible for implementing the ABB GROW Model Learning System for hourly manufacturing team members and plays a key role in supporting the Learning and Development team by executing the site’s L&D plan. The training role is expected to evaluate work processes for potential improvements, ensure compliance with Quality Management System (QMS) requirements related to training, and apply effective instructional techniques to enhance learning outcomes. It is essential that the trainer demonstrates strong teaching practices and maintains a continuous improvement mindset throughout all training activities.

The work model for the role is: Onsite at the Pinetops, NC facility.

You will be mainly accountable for:

• Role models and supports a culture that holds team members accountable for adhering to their training and development schedule per the training plan.

• Manages training processes for manufacturing team members by developing training content and facilitating focused on the job training to ensure team members can perform job functions to meet or exceed ABB standards on Safety, Quality and Operations.

• Acts and works safely; encourages safe practices and holds others accountable for safety.

• Serves as subject matter expert for completion of Job Specific Training (JST) documentation for the site learning and development plan.

• Communicates professionally with team members regularly regarding training performance, expectations, development needs, strengths, and areas of focus.

• Role models a high work ethic and expects the same from team members.

• Exhibits an approach to daily routines which is consistent from day to day to promote operational discipline and effective operations.

• Exhibits a strong understanding of service and product quality.

• High School Diploma or GED Required.

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in Manufacturing.

• Must be skilled and show expert proficiency on all respective manufacturing processes.

• Work effectively with limited supervision.

• Must be self-motivated with a high level of engagement.

• Ability to collaborate with multiple departments and work teams.

• Experience in dealing with the cultural diversity of a global business environment.

• Prior Experience in Manufacturing as a Trainer is a plus.

• Candidates must already have a work authorization that allows them to work for ABB in the United States.

What's in it for you

We want you to bring your full self to work—your ideas, your energy, your ambition. You’ll have the tools and freedom to grow your skills, shape your path, and take on challenges that matter. Here, your work creates impact you can see and feel, every day.

ABB is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer for protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities at ABB.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their- sex (gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation), marital status, citizenship, age,  race and ethnicity, inclusive of traits historically associated with race or ethnicity, including but not limited to hair texture and protective hairstyles, color, religious creed, national origin, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal and state law.

For more information regarding your (EEO) rights as an applicant, please visit the following websites: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf

As an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer for Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities, applicants may request to review the plan of a particular ABB facility between the hours of 9:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. EST Monday through Friday by contacting an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762.

Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access ABB's career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by calling an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762 or by sending an email to [email protected]. Resumes and applications will not be accepted in this manner. #LI-Onsite

ABB Benefit Summary for eligible US employees

[excludes ABB E-mobility, Athens union, Puerto Rico]

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Health, Life & Disability

• Choice between two medical plan options: A PPO plan called the Copay Plan OR a High Deductible Health Plan (with a Health Savings Account) called the High Deductible Plan. 

• Choice between two dental plan options: Core and Core Plus

• Vision benefit

• Company paid life insurance (2X base pay)

• Company paid AD&D (1X base pay)

• Voluntary life and AD&D – 100% employee paid up to maximums

• Short Term Disability – up to 26 weeks – Company paid

• Long Term Disability – 60% of pay – Company paid.  Ability to “buy-up” to 66 2/3% of pay.

• Supplemental benefits – 100% employee paid (Accident insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness, pet insurance

• Parental Leave – up to 6 weeks

• Employee Assistance Program

• Health Advocate support resources for mental/behavioral health, general health navigation and virtual health, and infertility/adoption

• Employee discount program

Retirement

• 401k Savings Plan with Company Contributions 

• Employee Stock Acquisition Plan (ESAP)

Time off

ABB provides 11 paid holidays.  Salaried exempt positions are provided vacation under a permissive time away policy.

More about us

ABB Smart Power provides energy distribution solutions for data centers, industrial and manufacturing plants, critical infrastructure and commercial buildings. The Division’s technical teams work closely with industry partners, delivering advanced solutions that support rapid growth, energy transition, and sustainability objectives.

The Division’s portfolio includes industrial circuit breakers, low-voltage systems, motor starting applications, and safety devices like switches and relays. Its Power Protection unit supports the world’s largest data center companies with advanced energy-efficient UPS solutions. The Division’s ABB Ability™ Energy Manager provides a scalable, easy-to-use platform that helps organizations save energy and reduce CO2 emissions.

We value people from different backgrounds. Could this be your story? Apply today or visit www.abb.com to read more about us and learn about the impact of our solutions across the globe.