Training and Process Coordinator

Doncasters we have an exciting opportunity for a Training & Process Coordinator to join our team in Groton. Why join us? Did you know that every time you take a flight, drive somewhere, or switch on a light, there’s a chance Doncasters played a part in making that happen? We are a specialist manufacturer of complex precision cast components for aerospace engines and industrial gas turbines, supporting leading OEM programs. We excel in turning metals into motion, working in alloys and manufacturing complex product designs to offer an unparalleled range of solutions for high performance and specialist applications. We employ more than 3,000 people across 14 core manufacturing facilities globally, providing the scale and expertise required to serve leading aerospace engine and IGT OEMs. At Doncasters, we believe in doing things the right way. That means acting with integrity, delivering with commitment, and working as one team to achieve more, together. Whether you're developing precision-engineered components, running world-class manufacturing operations, or supporting our people and processes, your role is part of something much bigger. Join us and contribute to a legacy built on performance, precision, and the values that drive us forward - excellence, commitment, integrity, and teamwork. What we can offer you: An interesting and varied field to work in An environment where you can learn and grow through constant development opportunities PTO Competitive 401K Competitive medical insurance The Role Training & Process Coordinator- The Training & Process Coordinator supports Manufacturing, Engineering, and Operations by coordinating employee training, maintaining training and qualification records, improving work instructions and process documentation, and supporting operational improvement initiatives. Working closely with Operations, Engineering, Quality, Human Resources, and subject matter experts, this role helps ensure employees are properly trained, documentation accurately reflects shop-floor processes, and training and process requirements meet company, quality-system, and customer standards. Key Responsibilities Training & Qualification Coordinate onboarding, ongoing training, refresher training, and cross-training for manufacturing and support employees. Maintain training matrices, qualification records, certifications, and training documentation. Partner with supervisors, engineers, and subject matter experts to identify training requirements and develop structured training plans. Track upcoming and overdue training and communicate status to department leadership. Support training requirements associated with new employees, equipment, processes, and process changes. Work Instructions & Process Documentation Develop, review, and update work instructions, standard work, SOPs, checklists, visual aids, and training materials. Work directly with operators, supervisors, engineers, and subject matter experts to translate technical processes into clear, practical documentation. Ensure documentation accurately reflects shop-floor processes and incorporates appropriate process steps, visuals, inspection requirements, and safety information. Coordinate documentation updates resulting from engineering changes, corrective actions, process improvements, and lessons learned. Identify opportunities to simplify and standardize processes and documentation. Operations & Engineering Support Provide project and administrative support to Operations and Engineering leadership. Track improvement initiatives, action items, deliverables, and follow-up activities. Assist with reports, presentations, metrics, audits, training materials, and operational documentation. Support Lean, continuous improvement, standard-work, and cross-functional problem-solving activities. Quality & Compliance Support compliance with applicable aerospace quality-system, company, and customer requirements. Provide training and qualification documentation for internal, customer, and third-party audits. Support corrective actions related to training, documentation, competency, and process-compliance gaps. Promote consistent adherence to approved procedures and standard work. If you have any of the below skills, we would love to talk to you about your next career move: Associate or bachelor’s degree in business, Manufacturing, Engineering Technology, Education, Operations, or a related field preferred. Experience in aerospace, manufacturing, machining, casting, forging, assembly, or a similar technical production environment. Experience coordinating employee training and/or developing work instructions, SOPs, or technical documentation. Familiarity with AS9100, ISO 9001, or similar quality-management systems preferred. Experience with document-control, learning-management, ERP, or manufacturing systems. Strong organizational, written communication, and follow-through skills with excellent attention to detail. Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Ability to work directly on the manufacturing floor to observe processes and collaborate with employees, supervisors, and technical teams. To Apply Apply online. We’ll be in touch with you quickly after receiving your application. Equal opportunities Doncasters is committed to achieving workforce diversity and we pride ourselves on creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, national origin, race, age, sex, gender identity, disability- physical or hidden, sexual orientation, veteran status, religious belief, or any other characteristics protected by law. We provide a fully inclusive and accessible recruitment process. We encourage all applicants to reach out if they require any support or accommodations to enable them to thrive throughout our recruitment process. Please contact careers@doncasters.com .