Product Trainer

Location: 

Menomonee Falls, WI, US, 53051

Requisition ID:  2421

Job Summary/Overview

The Product Trainer delivers technical training on Magnetek products to customers, end users, and employees. This role ensures proper application, operation, and troubleshooting, while supporting cross-functional teams and continuous improvement.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Assist in maintaining training facilities and in developing curriculum, training aids and workbooks for in-person and online course offerings
  • Coordinate and conduct various training in a classroom and hands-on environment. This training will be conducted at CMCO training facilities, public forums, and customer and end user facilities throughout North America
  • Coordinate and schedule travel, lodging and car rental arrangements associated with training obligations
  • Collaborate with the sales team to assist and determine the key training needs in support of business objectives. 
  • Design in-person and online training programs that directly address business needs, new product, product orientation etc.
  • Develop content for a wide variety of training methods & interaction using lecture, hands on, webinars, online, and social media with an emphasis on digital platforms.
  • Monitor and evaluate each training program’s effectiveness through evaluations and customer feedback.
  • Provide technical support and problem solve in the field and in the office
  • Quote customers, end users and sales staff on course offerings and pricing
  • Represent Company on various regulatory boards/organizations as assigned.
  • Other duties as assigned by leadership.

Knowledge, Skills, Competencies, and Abilities

  • Familiarity with overhead cranes, CMAA, AIST, FCC standards, AC/DC controls, PLCs, radio controls, and mobile hydraulics preferred.
  • Strong troubleshooting skills in electromechanical systems.
  • Experience with VFD and Radio Controls preferred.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
  • Effective verbal and written communication.
  • Analytical thinking and problem-solving.
  • Time management and organizational skills.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
  • Ability to travel on short notice and rent vehicles.

Required Qualifications

  • Associate or Bachelor's degree in Electronics, Engineering, or related field preferred.
  • Minimum 5 years of relevant experience.
  • Experience in technical training and course development preferred.
  • Valid driver’s license and passport.
  • Equivalent combinations of experience and education may be considered.

About Columbus McKinnon:

Columbus McKinnon is a leading worldwide designer, manufacturer and marketer of intelligent motion solutions that move the world forward and improve lives by efficiently and ergonomically moving, lifting, positioning and securing materials.  Key products include hoists, crane components, precision conveyor systems, rigging tools, light rail workstations and digital power and motion control systems.  We are focused on commercial and industrial applications that require the safety and quality provided by our superior design and engineering know-how.  Columbus McKinnon is a publicly traded company that has been in business for almost 150 years – proud of our heritage, where we come from, and where we’re going. As Columbus McKinnon grows globally, so does our need for driven and inspired employees. Join our winning team!

Columbus McKinnon Corporation promotes a diverse and inclusive workforce and is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other Federal or State legally-protected classes.  We also value the safety of all associates and work hard to maintain a Drug Free Workplace.


Nearest Major Market: Waukesha
Nearest Secondary Market: Milwaukee