Production Training & Process Improvement Specialist

Elbit Systems of America; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9/80 Schedule

401(k)

Medical, dental, vision

Life Insurance

Paid time off

Parental Leave

Job summary

Elbit America is seeking a Training Specialist to support visual evaluation in the Backshop, focusing on training, skill retention, and consistent product disposition across 30+ operators. The role emphasizes Lean and Six Sigma tools to reduce waste and improve efficiency.

The candidate will interact extensively with operators, optimize manufacturing processes, and implement cost-reduction opportunities while ensuring safety and quality standards are met.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or equivalent work experience.
• 2+ years of training adults.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting abilities.
• Strong observational and communication skills.
• Proficient with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook.
• Ability to work effectively within a team and comply with safety regulations.
• Ability to obtain Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Support visual evaluation processes in the Backshop (PreTest, AVI, Defect Eval).
• Interact with 30+ operators, dispositioning non-conforming product (>75% time).
• Lead process improvements to reduce waste and improve yield and productivity.
• Train production staff to enhance work processes and product quality.
• Read and follow procedures; apply Lean and Six Sigma tools where appropriate.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Analytical abilities

Observational skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

OSHA/EPA/Regulatory compliance

MS Office proficiency

Education

Associate’s degree or related work experience

Tools

MS Access

Minitab

JMP

Cornerstone

Visual Studio

Python

JSL JMP scripting language

Job description

Elbit America is seeking a Training Specialist to support visual evaluation in the Backshop, focusing on training, skill retention, and consistent product disposition across 30+ operators. The role emphasizes Lean and Six Sigma tools to reduce waste and improve efficiency.

The candidate will interact extensively with operators, optimize manufacturing processes, and implement cost-reduction opportunities while ensuring safety and quality standards are met.