Specialist, Technical Training - 2nd/3rd Shifts

TPI Composites

Newton (IA)

On-site

USD 40,000 - 80,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Paid vacation plans

Job summary

A leading composites manufacturer in Newton, IA, is seeking a Specialist in Technical Training for 2nd/3rd shifts. The successful candidate will direct training activities for associates, evaluate training delivery effectiveness, and assist in instructional design. An Associate's degree and related experience are required. Responsibilities also include conducting audits and managing documents related to training. This position offers competitive compensation and benefits including health and dental insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid vacations.

Qualifications

At least one to two years of related experience or training.
Ability to understand technical procedures and regulations.
Knowledge of manufacturing software.

Responsibilities

Direct training delivery activities for associates.
Assist in instructional design and courseware materials.
Conduct audits and maintain training-related documents.

Skills

Ability to read and interpret business documents

Effective presentation skills

Problem-solving abilities

Basic algebra and geometry application

Education

Associate's degree from a two-year college

Tools

Database software

HR systems

Spreadsheet software

Word Processing software

Job description

Specialist, Technical Training - 2nd/3rd Shifts

Newton, IA, United States

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Job Description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Direct the training delivery activities of the Training and Certification Associates on a shift.
Lead training activities, evaluate team training delivery effectiveness, conduct walk-arounds and shift hand-offs.
Assist Training department with instructional design activities including task analysis, writing learning objectives, determining instructional strategies and assessment techniques, and creating courseware materials and trainer lesson plans.
Assist in the development, implementation, and management of training devices that replicate or simulate real production equipment and production techniques.
Work 1:1 daily with associates to ensure accurate training and support.
Prepare reports, weekly and monthly.
Support the training team and other departments in the creation, maintenance, and control of procedures, work instructions, best practices, forms, and other training related documents.
Prepare and distribute documents and forms as needed.
Carry out internal auditing assignments including performing audits and maintaining records of audit activities.
Give support to other departments that work with the training team.
Ability to work in a structured training environment.
All other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Education, Skills, and Experience

Associate's degree (A. A.) from a two-year college; or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Training Requirements:

Language

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.
Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Computer Skills

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Database software; Human Resource systems; Internet software; Manufacturing software; Project Management software; Spreadsheet software and Word Processing software.

Physical Skills and Abilities

Ability to be on the factory floor for long periods of time, potentially working across all shifts at times.
Stamina to work 50+ hours/week to support plant performance.

About Us

TPI Composites is a global provider of structural composites products and the largest U.S. based independent manufacturer of composites wind blades to major turbine manufacturers in the United States, Europe, and Asia. It enables many of the industry’s leading wind turbine original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), which have historically relied on in-house production, to outsource the manufacturing of some of their wind blades through its global footprint of advanced manufacturing facilities strategically located to serve large and growing wind markets in a cost-effective manner.

Additional Information

TPI Composites, Inc. offer competitive compensation and benefits, including but not limited to, health and dental insurance, 401(k) plan with company match, and paid vacation plans.

TPI Composites, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Background check and drug test required. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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