Knight-Swift Warehousing & Fulfillment · 13 hours ago
Talent Development Trainer
Mesquite, TX, US
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$61K/yr - $72K/yr
5+ years expKnight-Swift Warehousing & Fulfillment is seeking a Talent Development Trainer responsible for delivering high-quality training experiences focused on leadership development and career growth. The role involves overseeing training logistics, coaching the Operations Training Coordinator, and collaborating with site leaders to ensure effective training delivery aligned with organizational goals.
Transportation/Trucking/Railroad
Responsibilities
Facilitates ILT and vILT courses on leadership, communication, conflict resolution, coaching, and other professional development topics for associates, supervisors, and managers
Adapts training delivery style to meet diverse audience needs and learning preferences across in-person and virtual environments
Provides direct supervision, coaching, and development support to the Operations Training Coordinator
Sets priorities, provides guidance, and ensures alignment between operational training coordination and broader talent development initiatives
Supports the Operations Training Coordinator in managing training logistics, tracking completion, and maintaining accurate training records
Coaches on facilitation readiness, communication, and professional growth, supporting development toward expanded training responsibilities
Collaborates with TD team members and business leaders to assess skill gaps and customize training solutions that support career development pathways
Conducts needs assessments and provides recommendations for additional training or development opportunities based on observations and feedback
Maintains consistent facilitation standards across the organization, ensuring training is engaging, interactive, and aligned with company culture
Partners with site leadership to coordinate scheduling, logistics, and participation for training programs
Partners with the Instructional Designer and/or Senior Instructional Designer to provide feedback and insights that inform the design and development of training content, materials, and learning resources
Provides progress reports, participant feedback, and recommendations to TD leadership to improve curriculum design and delivery effectiveness
Serves as a subject matter expert and mentor to employees seeking professional growth, coaching participants on applying learned skills in real-world scenarios
Assists in the development and continuous improvement of training materials, playbooks, and digital learning resources
Tracks attendance, completion, and assessment results through the company’s Talent Development System (TDS)
Stays current with adult learning principles, instructional design best practices, and trends in leadership and soft-skills training to enhance program delivery
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Education, Human Resources, Organizational Development, or related field preferred; equivalent work experience considered
5+ years of experience facilitating leadership or professional development training (ILT and vILT), preferably in warehousing, logistics, manufacturing, or similar operational environments
Prior experience coaching, mentoring, or supervising others in a training or operational support role
Strong facilitation and coaching skills with proven ability to engage learners in both in-person and virtual settings
Demonstrated knowledge of adult learning theory, leadership development, and career coaching practices
Bilingual (English/Spanish) a must
Experience working with Talent Development Systems (TDS) and virtual training platforms (e.g., MS Teams)
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to connect with employees across multiple levels and locations
Ability to manage multiple training initiatives simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail
Benefits
Health Coverage That Starts Fast– Medical, Dental & Vision kicks in the first of the month after just 30 days.
Smile on Us–We’re covering your dental premiums for all of 2026!
Security You Can Count On– Paid Life Insurance + 401(k) with company match.
Time Off from Day One– PTO, holidays, and 2 floating holidays for flexibility.
Weekly Paychecks– Because waiting is overrated.
Invest in YOU– Full tuition grants & tuition reimbursement.
Celebrate Success– Quarterly performance bonuses.
Company
Knight-Swift Warehousing & Fulfillment
Knight-Swift Warehouse & Fulfillment (KSWF) is a full-service supply chain and logistics provider (3PL) with a national presence.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase