Todd Merhige

Training Manager with 20+ years of experience designing, implementing, and optimizing learning and development programs. Expert in ADDIE, Lean, Kaizen, LMS management, gap analysis, and leadership development. Proven record of reducing errors, improving retention, and building high-impact training departments from the ground up.

Facilitator – Department of Labor TAP Program - Serco NA

(2022-09)

• Deliver TAP workshops to transitioning service members.
• Facilitate job readiness, employment preparation, and career transition training.

Training Manager - Tegra Global - Norfolk VA

(2020-09 - 2021-02)

• Built entire training department including processes, content, LMS tracking, and SOPs.
• Created training for all production positions using ADDIE and multiple learning styles.
• Led Lean, 5S, Kaizen, and RCA initiatives across facility.
• Implemented Train-the-Trainer and Leadership Development programs.
• Managed training metrics through Talent LMS.
• Reduced operational errors by improving onboarding structure and follow-up training.

Field Observer / Project Manager - Construction Resources Inc. - Solon OH

(2018 - 2019)

• Ensured project compliance, timelines, and quality standards.
• Oversaw concrete repair and roofing projects at municipal facilities.

Production Trainer - Sandridge Food Corporation - Medina OH

(2016 - 2018)

• Reduced metal detection errors by 25%.
• Identified chemical waste issues saving $40,000 annually.
• Led Lean, 5S, RCA, and training improvements increasing output.
• Created HACCP and food safety training; participated in SQF audits.
• Implemented leadership development and mentorship programs.

Training Manager - American Spring Wire - Bedford OH

(2013 - 2016)

• Increased retention 30% by expanding NHO from half day to four days.
• Built training manuals, LMS structure, and audit methods.
• Created mentorship program improving new hire performance benchmarks.
• Conducted gap analysis and established best practices for operators.

Business Coach and Trainer - KAHALA Inc. - Lakewood OH

(2008 - 2013)

• Coached 40+ clients into funded self-employment.
• Produced feasibility studies and 40+ business plans.
• Managed CRM and QuickBooks training.

Sales Training Manager - Cornerstone Training Institute - Tampa FL

(2004 - 2009)

• Trained 20+ sales professionals.
• Created curriculum and conducted 30–40 Train-the-Trainer seminars.
• Managed LMS, Articulate content, and $1M budgets.

Senior Sales Training Manager / Platform Speaker - Whitney Education Group - Cape Coral FL

(2000 - 2005)

• Produced sales training content using Articulate and LMS.
• Delivered international mentorship program generating $5M annually.

B.S. - Psychology - Hawaii Loa College

Professional Certificate - Yale University