How to hire a training supervisor

How to hire a training supervisor, step by step

Here's a step-by-step training supervisor hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a training supervisor job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new training supervisor
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   First, determine the employments status of the training supervisor you need to hire. Certain training supervisor roles might require a full-time employee, whereas others can be done by part-time workers or contractors.

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   A training supervisor's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, training supervisors from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   This list shows salaries for various types of training supervisors.

   Type of Training Supervisor	Description	Hourly rate
   Training Supervisor	Training and development specialists plan, conduct, and administer programs that train employees and improve their skills and knowledge.	$12-25
   Director Of Training	Training directors are responsible for directing the planning, design, and implementation of training programs. They are responsible for assessing and identifying the company's training needs, maintaining a consistent culture regarding training, and managing and directing employee training... Show more	$22-62
   Training Consultant	A training consultant's job is to prepare, evaluate, and execute an organization's employee education programs. Their duties and responsibilities may include developing instructional materials, identifying knowledge and skills gaps, and organizing learning activities... Show more	$18-40

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Basic Math
   • Math
   • Customer Satisfaction
   • Leadership
   • Safety Procedures
   • Training Programs
   • PowerPoint
   • Safety Training
   • Corrective Action
   • Training Materials
   • HR
   • Training Sessions
   • Performance Evaluations
   • Payroll

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   Responsibilities:

   • Manage the problem identification and resolution process regarding hospital-wide Cerner issues and monitor progress toward resolution.
   • Educate providers and billing staff on changes in Medicare claims.
   • Subject matter expert for the training program reports (LMS).
   • Study and project PC resource requirements including personnel, software, equipment and facilities.
   • Stay current with changes on Medicare policies and procedures for the accurate processing of claims.
   • Assist in creating class courses, rosters, and schedules for trainers and load within the LMS.

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3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your training supervisor job description helps attract top candidates to the position. A training supervisor salary can be affected by several factors, such as geography, experience, seniority, certifications, and the prestige of the hiring company.

   For example, the average salary for a training supervisor in Oklahoma may be lower than in California, and an entry-level training supervisor usually earns less than a senior-level training supervisor. Additionally, a training supervisor with certifications may command a higher salary, and working for a well-known company or start-up may also impact an employee's pay.

   Average training supervisor salary

   $38,093yearly

   $18.31 hourly rate

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   Entry-level training supervisor salary

   $26,000 yearly salary

   Updated January 22, 2026

   Average training supervisor salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	California	$56,448	$27
   2	Washington	$54,307	$26
   3	Connecticut	$50,339	$24
   4	Massachusetts	$47,418	$23
   5	New York	$45,833	$22
   6	Minnesota	$43,221	$21
   7	Michigan	$40,462	$19
   8	Virginia	$39,875	$19
   9	Texas	$39,170	$19
   10	Colorado	$37,736	$18
   11	Illinois	$35,136	$17
   12	North Dakota	$34,862	$17
   13	Nevada	$32,668	$16
   14	Wisconsin	$32,151	$15
   15	Nebraska	$32,114	$15
   16	Iowa	$32,022	$15
   17	Tennessee	$31,733	$15
   18	Alabama	$31,434	$15
   19	North Carolina	$30,494	$15
   20	Indiana	$30,313	$15

   Average training supervisor salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	Schneider Electric Industrial Services	$60,726	$29.20	4
   2	FUJIFILM Diosynth Biotechnologies	$56,045	$26.94
   3	Nestlé	$56,025	$26.94	20
   4	Plug Power	$54,168	$26.04
   5	King County	$53,806	$25.87	1
   6	St. John's Episcopal Hospital	$53,468	$25.71	1
   7	Baystate Health	$53,039	$25.50
   8	Andersen	$52,492	$25.24
   9	Intuitive Surgical	$51,790	$24.90	1
   10	Freeport-McMoRan	$51,643	$24.83	1
   11	Ball	$51,190	$24.61	4
   12	New York State Restaurant Association	$50,095	$24.08
   13	FUJIFILM Medical Systems USA	$50,010	$24.04
   14	JBS USA	$49,585	$23.84	12
   15	Bell Flight	$48,774	$23.45
   16	IndyGo	$48,774	$23.45
   17	Textron	$47,730	$22.95	4
   18	US Foods	$46,816	$22.51
   19	Minnesota State Fair	$46,515	$22.36	4
   20	PPG	$45,528	$21.89	1

4. Writing a training supervisor job description

   A training supervisor job description should include a summary of the role, required skills, and a list of responsibilities. It's also good to include a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager. Below, you can find an example of a training supervisor job description:

   Training supervisor job description example

   Our Team:
   
   Semtech's Protection Business Unit is a group of passionate and talented engineers tasked to develop and deliver industry-leading protection integrated circuits (IC) for high performance analog, mixed-signal semiconductor and advanced algorithms for infrastructure, high-end consumer, and industrial end market application hardware, dedicated to providing customers with high quality proprietary solutions and breakthrough technology.
   
   Job Summary:
   
   The Production Training Supervisor will play a key role in creation of the culture, capability, and team effectiveness of this facility and will be a key enabler of successful growth. The training supervisor will be responsible for the assessment, design, development, implementation and evaluation of cost-effective learning and development solutions designed to enhance employee capability and effectiveness, instill and enhance a high-performance workplace culture, improve employee retention, and support career development on the production floor.
   
   Responsibilities:
   Review training needs and assessing necessary skills.Create and implement training strategies.Lead Training Effectiveness.Develop, lead and oversee, indirectly, a team of part-time technical trainers.Accountable for the facilitation of hands on training and certification, ensuring they are delivered at a high level of quality.Create and maintain standard operating procedures to ensure optimal execution and delivery of training.Develop a schedule where the Training Supervisor is available to all shifts to be able to audit the quality of training.Responsible for the technical onboarding of the operators, focusing on initial/minimum training needs.
   
   Minimum Qualifications:
   3 years of technical training experience5 years of clean room manufacturing experience Quick learner of new technical skills Possess strong customer service focus and ability to interface effectively with all levels of the organization Effective verbal and written communication to interface at all levels within the organization Team player with a strong sense of urgency to meet product requirements on schedule Proficiency in Microsoft Office™ products - Excel, Word, Power Point
   
   Career Growth Philosophy
   
   At Semtech, we seek innovation and leadership from each and every member of our team. Our goal is to ensure that our talented professionals are equipped with support, resources, and the opportunity to excel. Our pay-for-performance philosophy provides recognition and prestige coupled with a competitive compensation package.
   
   The intent of this job description is to describe the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. Incumbents may be required to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically included in this description.
   
   All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.
   
   We are proud to be an EEO employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace.

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5. Post your job

   There are a few common ways to find training supervisors for your business:

   • Promoting internally or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to meet candidates with the right educational background.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to recruit passive job-seekers.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your training supervisor job on Zippia to find and recruit training supervisor candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   To successfully recruit training supervisors, your first interview needs to engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. You can go into more detail about the company, the role, and the responsibilities during follow-up interviews.

   It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents. You can move on to the technical interview if a candidate is good enough for the next step.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new training supervisor

   Once you've decided on a perfect training supervisor candidate, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, it should include benefits and perks available to the employee. Qualified candidates may be considered for other positions, so make sure your offer is competitive. Candidates may wish to negotiate. Once you've settled on the details, formalize your agreement with a contract.

   It's also important to follow up with applicants who do not get the job with an email letting them know that the position is filled.

   To prepare for the new employee's start date, you can create an onboarding schedule and complete any necessary paperwork, such as employee action forms and onboarding documents like I-9 forms, benefits enrollment, and federal and state tax forms. Human Resources should also ensure that a new employee file is created.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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