Site Maintenance Training Leader

Position: Full Time, Salaried, (Exempt role with annual bonus incentive)

Schedule: Days - With possible on call for troubleshooting

Location: Spruance Manufacturing Plant Site

5401 Jefferson Davis Highway, Richmond, Virginia 23234

www.ARCLIN.com

Job Overview and Summary:

Site Maintenance Training Leader - Build technical capability. Standardize learning. Strengthen maintenance execution.

The role

The Site Maintenance Training Leader develops and sustains a continuous technical training and education program for site mechanics and Electrical and Instrumentation (E/I) technicians. Reporting to the Maintenance Daily Execution Lead and partnering with Maintenance Technical Services, this role translates equipment strategies, maintenance standards, failure learnings and workforce skill needs into structured development pathways. The leader administers computer-based learning through TPC Online, coordinates hands-on and vendor-led training, verifies competency and helps ensure technicians can safely maintain the site’s mechanical, electrical, instrumentation and control assets.

What you will own

TRAINING STRATEGY & GOVERNANCE

Develop and maintain a site maintenance training strategy aligned with Arclin maintenance, reliability, safety and business objectives.
Create role-based learning paths for mechanics and E/I technicians, including onboarding, foundational, equipment-specific, refresher and advanced technical training.
Establish curricula, qualification requirements, assessment methods and documentation practices with Maintenance Technical Services and site R&M leadership.
Integrate lessons from failures, root-cause investigations, procedure changes, Management of Change and new equipment into the program.
Maintain a multi-year capability roadmap and an annual training plan based on workforce gaps, business priorities and equipment risk.

SKILLS ASSESSMENT & DEVELOPMENT

Build and maintain mechanical and E/I competency matrices by role and proficiency level.
Assess capability through knowledge checks, practical demonstrations, field observations, supervisor input and work-quality data.
Create individual and team development plans that close skill gaps and prepare technicians for expanded responsibilities.
Coordinate subject matter experts, senior technicians, engineers and technical-service resources for coaching and hands-on instruction.
Verify and document demonstrated competency before independent performance of designated high-risk, specialized or equipment-critical tasks.

TECHNICAL CURRICULUM

Coordinate mechanical instruction in rotating equipment, bearings, power transmission, alignment, balancing, seals, piping, valves, hydraulics, pneumatics, lubrication, precision maintenance and troubleshooting.
Coordinate E/I instruction in electrical safety, motors, drives, motor controls, power distribution, instrumentation, calibration, control valves, PLC and DCS fundamentals, loop troubleshooting and industrial networks.
Include SAP or CMMS use, maintenance work processes, job planning, procedures, bills of material, documentation quality and return-to-service expectations.
Integrate vibration analysis, lubrication excellence, oil analysis, ultrasound, infrared thermography, condition monitoring, Emerson AMS, Lube-It and other site reliability programs.
Keep technical content aligned with current equipment, procedures, engineering standards, vendor requirements and safety expectations.

LEARNING SYSTEMS & RECORDS

Administer TPC Online and other approved learning systems, including assignments, course sequencing, completion tracking, assessments and recurring requirements.
Create blended learning using computer-based training, classroom instruction, job aids, demonstrations and supervised field practice.
Maintain accurate training records, qualification status, expiration dates, attendance, vendor documentation and competency evidence.
Report training completion, qualification progress, overdue requirements, skill gaps and program effectiveness.
Ensure training records support leadership reviews, audits and workforce planning.

VENDOR & OFF-SITE DEVELOPMENT

Identify advanced training needs that require an OEM, technical college or specialized external provider.
Source, evaluate, schedule and coordinate off-site vendors and technical training providers.
Define learning objectives, prerequisites, scope, dates, travel, purchasing needs and expected outcomes.
Partner with Procurement and Maintenance Technical Services to assess provider quality, technical relevance, cost and performance.
Transfer external learning back to the site through demonstrations, peer instruction, procedure updates and application plans.

PROGRAM PERFORMANCE & IMPROVEMENT

Measure effectiveness through completion, assessment, qualification, work quality, rework, equipment failure, safety and maintenance performance indicators.
Use field observations and feedback from technicians, supervisors, planners, engineers and Operations to improve content and delivery.
Identify systemic skill gaps and prioritize program improvements using maintenance and reliability performance trends.
Evaluate learning technology and benchmark proven technical training practices.
Communicate progress, risks, resource needs and recommendations to the Maintenance Daily Execution Lead and Maintenance Technical Services.

What you bring

QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree, technical diploma, apprenticeship completion or bachelor’s degree in a relevant technical field preferred.
Seven or more years of industrial maintenance, reliability, engineering, technical training or related manufacturing experience preferred.
Demonstrated technical experience in mechanical maintenance, E/I maintenance or a combination of both disciplines.
Experience developing, delivering or coordinating adult technical learning, qualification or apprenticeship programs.
Experience leading cross-functional initiatives, coaching technicians and coordinating internal and external resources.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & SYSTEMS

Working knowledge of industrial mechanical, electrical, instrumentation and control systems and associated safety requirements.
Ability to convert standards, procedures, manuals and reliability findings into clear learning objectives and practical instruction.
Experience with computer-based learning or Learning Management Systems; TPC Online experience strongly preferred.
Knowledge of adult learning, competency assessment, curriculum development, facilitation and hands-on skills verification.
Working knowledge of SAP or another CMMS, Microsoft 365 and training record or reporting tools.
Familiarity with Emerson AMS, Lube-It, vibration analysis, oil analysis, ultrasound, infrared thermography and other reliability programs.
Strong planning, vendor coordination, communication, presentation, coaching, documentation and data analysis skills.

How you will work

FUNCTIONAL LEADERSHIP

Use broad maintenance knowledge to set capability priorities, create practical learning paths and connect training to safe work execution.

BIG-HEARTED DEVELOPMENT

Invest in technician growth, provide direct feedback and create an environment where people can practice, ask questions and build confidence.

MASTERFUL EXECUTION

Manage curricula, schedules, vendors, learning systems and records so training commitments become demonstrated field capability.

ADAPTABLE COLLABORATION

Partner across Maintenance, Technical Services, Reliability, Engineering, Operations, Safety, Procurement and external providers as needs evolve.

Success in this role

Mechanics and E/I technicians have defined learning paths, current assignments and visible qualification status.
Training is continuous, risk-based and connected to site equipment, procedures, reliability priorities and work quality.
TPC Online, hands-on learning and external vendor training operate as one coordinated development system.
Skill gaps are identified early and translated into targeted development plans and verified competencies.
Training investments improve maintenance safety, troubleshooting, job quality, equipment reliability and workforce flexibility.

VITAL BEYOND MEASURE | This role builds the technical capability behind safe, precise and reliable maintenance execution.

With ~4,000 team members across more than 30 global manufacturing facilities, we operate with the scale to make a global impact and the agility to solve complex challenges at the molecular level. Rooted in scientific discovery and innovation, Arclin’s materials redefine performance across industries—from Firepoint®’s patented intumescent technology that helps stall flames and save lives to the iconic Kevlar® and Nomex® brands trusted to protect those who serve, strengthen aerospace and industrial systems, and perform where reliability and safety are top of mind.

As we expand our mission-critical materials portfolio and shape the next era of performance technologies, we’re looking for people who want to grow, lead, and solve the challenges others can’t. Together, we’ll advance the innovations that keep the world moving. Because at Arclin, our people are truly Vital Beyond Measure.

Arclin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability or any other protected class. If you need a reasonable accommodation to search or apply for a position, please contact our Talent Acquisition team for additional information.

Learn more about Nomex, Kevlar and Kevlar EXO by clicking on these links. www.Arclin.Com

Arclin offers a comprehensive pay and benefits package and is proud to offer a comprehensive, integrated total rewards package, which includes competitive pay and benefits.

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