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Fender Musical Instruments Corporation is a world-famous brand with offices across the globe. Fender was born in Southern California and has built a worldwide influence beyond the studio and the stage. A Fender is more than an instrument; it’s a cultural symbol that resonates globally. We are searching for a Training Coordinator to join our team. This role serves as a key link between technical training and shop floor operations, ensuring employees develop the skills needed to improve quality, reduce scrap and rework, and drive overall production performance. The position maintains a strong presence on the production floor and partners closely with operations to identify and close technical skill gaps. Essential Functions Assess training needs on the production floor and identify technical competency gaps impacting quality, efficiency, and productivity Develop and maintain technical competency matrices across manufacturing processes Coordinate and support training programs using TWI (Training Within Industry) methodology Evaluate operator skill levels and support certification readiness and technical release decisions Partner with production, quality, and engineering teams to improve training effectiveness and performance outcomes Support and guide instructors and coaches to ensure consistent training delivery and alignment with operational goals Monitor learning curves, cross‑training coverage, and early‑stage employee performance (30‑60‑90 day evaluations) Develop, update, and standardize work instructions to reflect best practices and operational standards Analyze training data and generate reports to support continuous improvement and decision‑making Participate in process improvement initiatives focused on scrap reduction, rework reduction, and productivity gains Additional duties as assigned Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or related technical field preferred; technical degree required Must speak Spanish 3–5 years of experience in a manufacturing or production environment Hands‑on experience with manufacturing processes such as assembly, machining, or welding preferred Experience supporting or delivering training in a production environment strongly preferred Working knowledge of continuous improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma, or similar) Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills with the ability to interpret data and drive action Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint); experience with LMS or training systems preferred About Fender Musical Instruments Fender Musical Instruments Corporation (FMIC) is one of the world’s leading musical instrument manufacturers, marketers, and distributors. Its portfolio of brands includes Fender®, Squier®, Gretsch®, Jackson®, EVH®, Charvel®, and Groove Tubes®. FMIC offers a competitive benefits package which includes medical, dental, 401(k), paid time off, and an equipment purchase program to help you get the band back together. Compensation Fender is required by law in certain jurisdictions to include a pay scale in the job posting for this position. “Pay scale” means the salary or hourly wage range that Fender reasonably expects to pay for this position; it is neither a promise nor a guarantee of the compensation that the successful candidate will receive. The current pay scale for this position is $25 per hour. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Fender Musical Instruments Corporation is an equal‑opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, gender, age, color, religion, disability, veterans’ status, sexual orientation or any other protected factor. #J-18808-Ljbffr Fender Musical Instruments Corporation

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