Ally L. Freeman
Norman,United States
Summary
Experienced Training Specialist with 10+ years record of success in instruction and facilitation. Focused on maximizing team member performance, team productivity and quality assurance with effective training programs. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Looking to leverage 5 years in manufacturing to take on a new dynamic role.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Manufacturing Training Specialist - Machine Shop
Kimray Inc.
05.2023 - Current
- Evaluated training effectiveness using feedback surveys and assessments, making continuous improvements as needed.
- Enhanced employee performance by developing and implementing comprehensive training programs.
- Coached employees on various topics including conflict resolution, goal setting, and career planning to foster individual growth within the company.
- Spearheaded updates to existing training materials to maintain relevance with industry best practices and evolving organizational needs.
- Assessed additional needs based on training progress and collaborated with management to meet requirements.
- Facilitated the Machinist promotion process by evaluating performance.
- Traveled to client locations to conduct training classes.
- Increased employee retention through engaging and relevant training sessions tailored to individual needs.
- Delivered group and individual training covering 7 Habits of Highly Effective People and Crucial Conversations.
- Planned and conducted staff training with emphasis on Train the Trainer.
- Served as a key liaison between the machine shop team and other departments within the organization, fostering open communication channels to facilitate successful project outcomes.
- Collaborated with quality teams to establish inspection protocols that helped machine shop meet ISO standards.
Training Specialist
Kimray, Inc.
01.2022 - 05.2023
- Coordinated administrative functions necessary to deliver and document training programs based on availability
- Kept up with developments in area of expertise by reading current journals, books, and magazine articles
- Develop training procedures and program curriculum to support corporate objectives for intern and summer help programs
- Organize and facilitate onboarding sessions for new team members
- Collaborate with Subject Matter Experts to review and update onboarding training program
- Maintain records of completed onboarding training
- Monitor training costs and order Supplies necessary
- Coordinated group discussions to increase training engagement
- Attended meetings and seminars to obtain information for use in training programs
- Trained 486 new team members within first year through onboarding program for those hired to fulfill various roles
Training Instructor
ECS
04.2021 - 12.2021
- Delivered instructional presentations on equipment use, focusing on efficiency and safety
- Prepared and presented supplementary learning material to support structured lessons
- Tracked attendance and evaluated progress for assigned trainees
- Scheduled and taught in class and online courses to increase learning opportunities
- Supported productivity increase and business growth through new hire training and mentoring
- Recorded videos to facilitate remote learning
Training Coordinator
M-D Building Products
10.2019 - 04.2021
- Lead execution of training programs to ensure constant OSHA compliance
- Personally secured OSHA certification
- Supported HR department by conducting background checks, drug screening, and completion of other pre-employment paperwork
- Created and maintained detailed training records
- Scheduled and coordinated training sessions, including booking facilities and arranging catering
- Developed and implemented successful onboarding program
- Created and oversaw Monthly Safety Compliance training programs for operations
- Built and maintained professional relationships with vendors and suppliers
- Compiled training handbook and related course materials
- Facilitated virtual, in-person and blended learning sessions
- Produced training manuals, presentations and resources for enhanced learning
- Utilized variety of instructional design methodologies to create effective learning experiences
- Evaluated success of training programs and recommended improvements to upper management to enhance effectiveness
- Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies
Lead Teacher
The Goddard School
04.2019 - 09.2019
- Designed lesson plans for teaching staff and worked closely with administration for compliance with state curricula
- Developed and optimized rich learning environment by capitalizing on diverse engagement strategies and enriching teaching techniques
- Maintained detailed records of attendance, test scores and assignment grades for each student to identify trends and rectify issues
- Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth
Gmail Training Coordinator
Solvay, USA
05.2011 - 04.2017
- Selected, developed and delivered classroom and online training materials to meet program needs
- Built constructive trainer and vendor relationships for successful program delivery
- Coordinated with department leaders to identify training needs and develop targeted solutions
- Coordinated training schedules across sites with supervisors and managers to optimize training initiatives and work-flow management
- Compiled training handbook and related course materials
- Monitored training reports within learning management system for respective roles to promote initial and annual training completion
- Met department budgets by monitoring and reviewing training expenses
- Facilitated high-quality training program delivery to employees and external stakeholders
- Worked with central management to identify, plan, align, and address training needs
- Facilitated virtual, in-person and blended learning sessions as well as demonstrations and worked on technical issues
- Provided coaching and mentoring to employees
- Planned and conducted staff trainings with emphasis on team requested targeted areas
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations
- Monitored systems in operation and quickly trouble shot errors
- Translated complex technical issues into digestible language for nontechnical users
- Resolved escalated issues by serving as subject matter expert on wide-ranging issues
- Coached and trained end-users on functions, features and basic software
- Gathered, organized and input information into digital database
- Developed and updated tracking spreadsheets for process monitoring and reporting
- Devised and implemented processes and procedures to streamline operations
Education
Master of Science - Occupational Health And Science
Columbia Southern University
Orange Beach, AL06.2025
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Richard Stockton College of New Jersey
Galloway, NJ01.2013
Associate of Arts and Sciences - Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies
Burlington County College
Mount Laurel, NJ01.2011
High School Diploma - Humanities
Northern Burlington County Regional High School
Columbus, NJ01.2008
Skills
- Training & Development
- Online Training
- Classroom Expertise
- Video Instruction
- Training Manuals and Materials
- Orientation Procedures
- Microsoft Word
- PowerPoint
- Public Speaking
- Program Planning
- Training Program Design
Certification
OSHA 10
Crucial Conversations Facilitator
Forklift Certification
Affiliations
- Toastmasters Early Childhood Educator
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Enhanced sensory and perceptual-motor skills, language, cognition, and memory development, by employing both traditional and modern educational strategies and techniques.
- Coached, supervised and mentored education staff, imparting classroom knowledge to build strong skill sets.
Timeline
Manufacturing Training Specialist - Machine Shop
Kimray Inc.
05.2023 - Current
Training Specialist
Kimray, Inc.
01.2022 - 05.2023
Training Instructor
ECS
04.2021 - 12.2021
Training Coordinator
M-D Building Products
10.2019 - 04.2021
Lead Teacher
The Goddard School
04.2019 - 09.2019
Gmail Training Coordinator
Solvay, USA
05.2011 - 04.2017
Master of Science - Occupational Health And Science
Columbia Southern University
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Richard Stockton College of New Jersey
Associate of Arts and Sciences - Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies
Burlington County College
High School Diploma - Humanities
Northern Burlington County Regional High School
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