Production Trainer

202 ELDEC Aerospace Corp.; Lynnwood (WA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care benefits

Paid time off

401k plan

Education reimbursement

Job summary

Crane Aerospace & Electronics in Lynnwood, WA is seeking a Production Trainer to lead classroom and on-the-job training for production assemblers and technicians. The role involves developing, maintaining, and updating training plans and reporting on training needs and resources.

The ideal candidate has 2–5 years in a production setting, strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, and excellent communication. Overtime flexibility and safety compliance are required.

Qualifications

• Experience: 2-5 years in a production setting.
• Knowledge of production processes and training methods.
• IPC Soldering and/or Rework/Repair certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and update training plans for production staff.
• Schedule classroom or OJT training based on input from supervisors.
• Monitor training effectiveness and adjust plans as needed.
• Ensure new hires and transfers complete their training plans on time.
• Maintain safety compliance and professional relations within the team.

Skills

Training coordination

Scheduling

Communication skills

On-the-job training

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Crane Aerospace and Electronics has an exciting opportunity for a Production Trainer at our Lynnwood, WA location. About Crane: Crane Aerospace & Electronics supplies critical systems and components to the aerospace and defense markets. You’ll find Crane Aerospace & Electronics in some of the toughest environments: from engines to landing gear; from satellites to medical implants and from missiles to unmanned aerial systems (UAS). Located in the epicenter of United States aviation manufacturing, our Crane Aerospace & Electronics Lynnwood, Wash., facility delivers industry-leading aerospace & defense power and fluid solutions. Our products are rugged enough to fly 5 billion miles from Earth on NASA’s New Horizons spacecraft and innovative enough to be featured on Eviation’s Alice all-electric aircraft. You’ll join a group of aerospace professionals committed to engineering excellence and work in a community tucked between the idyllic Puget Sound and Cascade Mountains. Start the next chapter of your career with Crane Aerospace & Electronics!

Job Summary

The Production Trainer will lead in driving and providing classroom and on-the-job training primarily related to manufacturing and assembly processes at the Lynnwood site for the production assemblers and/or technicians. Develop, maintain, and update training plans. They will evaluate training effectiveness as part of the operations organization report on training needs and training resources.

Essential Functions

• Responsible for ensuring new hires and transfers are set up for and complete their training plan
• Builds training plan based on Production supervisor input of where associate will be working
• Schedules training (classroom or OJT) based on Production Lead input
• Coordinates required classroom training
• Monitors training effectiveness and modifies Training plan accordingly
• Gives feedback to Production Lead and Supervisor on Trainee efficiency and qualifications achieved
• Releases Trainee as independent to the Production Lead upon completion of Training Plan
• Ensures timely completion of all area training requirements
• Executes cross training plans as directed which are in alignment with Value Stream initiatives
• Execute re-training to bring associates up to efficiency standards
• Maintain a professional relationship with all co-workers
• Escalate personnel issues to the supervisor of the area and uphold confidentiality
• Proactively communicate problems and assist in their resolution
• Ability to communicate effectively by email, IM, Phone, etc.
• Assured that the work produced in the cell is consistently in compliance with policies, regulations, and the appropriate documentation
• Assure that all associates are performing their tasks in a safe manner and are abiding in the area’s safety guidelines
• Any other task assigned by supervisor or management

Eligibility Requirement

This position may require access to Controlled Data or Information. Where the position requires such access only US Persons will be considered. As a US Department of Defense contractor, we are bound by International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).

Non‑Essential Functions

• Ability to fill in for Production Lead as needed
• Ability to fill in for online training (Convergence) admin as needed

Minimum Qualifications

Experience: 2-5 years of experience working in a production setting.

Knowledge: Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.

Skills/Abilities: Accurate color vision, near vision, and depth perception and other vision capabilities required. Manipulative skills, including finger and manual dexterity; Adept hand-eye coordination and arm-hand steadiness.

Education/Certification: High school diploma or equivalent.

Preferred Qualifications: IPC Soldering and/or Rework/Repair Certification.

Working Conditions

• Working conditions are normal for a manufacturing environment.
• Manufacturing operations may require the use of safety equipment to include but not limited to: eye safety glasses, gowning, masks, hearing protectors, heel/wrist straps and any other required PPE.
• May be exposed to unusual environmental conditions such as loud noises, cold temperatures, confined spaces, dust or fumes.
• Flexible and willing to work overtime if necessary.
• Standing: 25% (percentage is approximate and may vary depending on work task)
• Sitting: 75% (percentage is approximate and may vary depending on work task)
• Lifting (in pounds): up to 40 pounds.
• Pushing (in pounds): up to 40 pounds.
• Mental/Visual: Use of soldering equipment, microscopes/magnifying glasses, computers.
• Workspace (line, cube, etc): Assembly cell and training room.

Top Benefits

• Health care, dental, vision, life and disability insurance starting the first day of the month following your start date.
• 15 days of paid time off that start accruing your first day at Crane plus 12 paid holidays per year.
• 401k plan with company match.
• Education Reimbursement: eligible after 6 months of employment.

Salary range

Salary range: $27.00 - $37.69. Several factors contribute to actual salary, including experience in a similar role or performing comparable job responsibilities, skills, training, and other qualifications. Some roles may be eligible for participation in performance-based bonus programs.

Crane Company. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, general identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

We are committed to operational excellence and world class processes. We employ Lean manufacturing techniques to optimize manufacturing efficiency and accuracy on all product lines. Our products are known for their technical strength, proven reliability and overall value.

In our efforts to maintain a safe and drug-free workplace, Crane Aerospace & Electronics requires that candidates complete a satisfactory background check. FAA sensitive positions require employees to participate in a random drug test pool.

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You can see a list of our benefits at https://www.craneae.com/company/careers or visit our website at www.CraneAE.com for more information at our company and great opportunities.

Beyond an associate’s base compensation, we reward and reinforce wellbeing with a compelling package of both cash and non-cash benefits, including comprehensive health, wellness incentives, assistance with retirement savings, paid time off, paid holidays, and tuition reimbursement - as well as performance-based bonus programs for certain positions.

Crane prioritizes career development for our associates. All associates receive an annual development plan that includes a mixture of on-the-job coaching and formal training experiences to support individual development needs.