Job Description
POSITION SUMMARY The Training Specialist will be responsible for the coordination and support of the day-to-day training activities, including onboarding new employees, training and qualifications, trainer coordination and department-wide training initiatives.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily.
- Support the new hire onboarding process by coordinating trainer assignments and conducting and/or facilitating onboarding activities; provide mentorship to new hires.
- Deliver individual On-the-Job Training (OJT) utilizing OJT Guides, Work Instructions, Quality Plans, etc.
- Conduct qualification assessments utilizing appropriate JQS files to ensure employees have the skill and knowledge necessary to produce quality parts.
- Monitor employee progression through the onboarding and qualification process adjusting training activities with management as needed to include trainer assignments, work schedules, etc.
- Coordinate and perform administrative functions necessary to document training activities (onboarding, training and qualifications); e.g. training database entries, learning plan preparations, Kiosk access, e-Learning tools.
- Provide edits and feedback to OJT Guides, JQS files and other training items as identified based on both operator and manager feedback.
- Review trainer performance and recommend improvements to trainer qualification content and process; may recruit, select, and train instructors.
- Identify potential gaps in training and qualification documentation and processes and work with Training Department and Operations to resolve.
- Provide Operations support by participating and/or leading improvement efforts within site operations.
- Provide training in support of Procedure, Work Instruction and Quality Plan changes, RCA actions, annual training requirements, etc.
- Champion new business processes and systems, e.g. LMS, Beekeeper, MES.
QUALIFICATIONS To be considered a candidate must be able to meet the following qualifications:
- Successfully pass a pre-employment drug & background screening
- Lift, push & pull 10 to 50 lbs.
- Wear department required, employer provided, personal protection equipment (PPE)
- Regularly stand and move throughout the department and shift
- Mechanical aptitude and prior industrial experience a plus
Why Choose Amsted Rail Petersburg? - Employee Ownership: Annual stock awards (10% of compensation)
- 401(k) Match: Up to 4% dollar-for-dollar
- Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, HSA with company contributions, life insurance, disability coverage, and pet insurance available after 30 days
- Competitive Pay: Competitive hourly rate considering prior experience, plus annual bonus eligibility potential
- Career Growth: On the job training, pay for skill and advancement opportunities
- Work-Life Balance: Paid Time Off (PTO) starting at 3 weeks of PTO, 11 paid holidays, Monday - Friday, 8-hour schedule.
- Additional Offerings: Tuition Reimbursement, Referral Bonuses, Employee Discount Programs
Amsted Rail's commitment to Affirmative Action: Amsted Rail is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Job Tags
Hourly pay, Monday to Friday, Shift work