Kenco: Manager - MHE Technical Trainer
Headquarters: Remote AL
URL: http://kencogroup.com
At Kenco Logistics, you’re more than just a team member—you’re part of a company that values innovation, integrity, and a strong commitment to its people. As one of the leading 3PL providers in the U.S., Kenco offers a dynamic and supportive work environment where your ideas matter and your growth is a priority. With a focus on safety, sustainability, and continuous improvement, Kenco empowers employees to make a real impact in the supply chain industry while building rewarding careers.
About the Position
The Manager of MHE Technical Training is responsible for developing, leading, and continuously improving a comprehensive technical training program that builds both technical competencies and professional skills across the MHE service organization. This role oversees the design, delivery, and evaluation of training curriculum while managing a team of technical trainers and ensuring alignment with business objectives, equipment evolution, and industry best practices. The Manager serves as a strategic partner to operations leadership, translating business needs into scalable training solutions that enhance technician capability, reduce service quality issues, improve customer satisfaction, and support organizational growth.
Functions
- Lead and develop a team of technical trainers, providing coaching, performance management, workload prioritization, and professional development.
- Design and implement the overall technical training strategy aligned with business objectives, service quality goals, and technician development needs.
- Partner with operations leadership to identify training needs based on performance data, service quality metrics, customer feedback, and business expansion plans.
- Oversee curriculum development using instructional design principles and adult learning methodologies.
- Maintain deep technical knowledge of material handling equipment systems, staying current with manufacturer updates, emerging technologies, and industry trends.
- Collaborate with HR, Safety, and Operations teams to integrate technical training with broader talent development initiatives and safety protocols.
- Develop and maintain training infrastructure, including learning management system (LMS) administration, documentation libraries, and equipment/tool inventories.
- Provide strategic technical support for complex escalations, serving as a subject matter expert for field technicians and leadership.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in a technical field, education, business, or related discipline required; equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
- 6-8 years of progressive experience in technical training, including at least two years in a leadership or management role; material handling equipment or related industrial equipment experience strongly preferred.
- Strong leadership and people management skills.
- Deep technical knowledge of material handling systems (mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and control systems); ability to troubleshoot complex equipment and read schematics.
- Excellent presentation and communication skills.
- Expertise in instructional design, curriculum development, and adult learning principles.
- Experience with writing and/or maintaining documentation such as user manuals and reference guides.
- Project management capabilities with the ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
- Ability to obtain MHE operator trainer certification.
Competencies
- Business Acumen: Knowledgeable in current and future policies, practices, trends, and technology affecting the business.
- Communicate for Impact: Devoting time and resources to communicate strategic vision, direction, and priorities.
- Leading People: Ability to develop and implement strategies to maximize employee performance and engagement.
- Managing Transitions/Change Management: Effectively plans, manages, and communicates changes in processes.
- Relationship Management: Building and maintaining relationships with internal partners.
- Strategic Agility: Gains perspective and balances daily tasks with long-term strategic actions.
Travel Requirements
- This position is expected to travel approximately 50% - 75%.
- You will be required to have a valid passport to travel to Canada or Mexico.
Benefits
- Medical insurance including HSA, HRA, and FSA accounts
- Supplemental insurance including critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accidental injury
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Basic Life and Supplemental Life
- Short Term and Long Term Disability
- Paid Parental Leave
- 401(k)
- Paid Time Off: Approximately 2 weeks (accrual begins on Day 1)
- Employer Paid Holidays: 10 days
Additional Information
- EEOC Posting: Know Your Rights: Discrimination is Illegal
- California Residents: CCPA Notice at Collection
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