Training Specialist-Automation, Advanced Manufacturing Training

Technical College System of Georgia; Georgia; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Technical College System of Georgia’s Office of Quick Start seeks a Training Specialist for Automation, Advanced Manufacturing Training. You will deliver classroom and lab instruction, focusing on Industry 4.0 technologies and automation systems to build a skilled Georgia workforce.

You will develop and update curricula, design hands-on learning environments, and perform on-site training assessments across Georgia.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in a related field and three years of related work experience.
• Experience in advanced manufacturing environments with expertise in equipment operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, automation systems, PLC controls, mechatronics, robotics, or related technologies.

Responsibilities

• Provides classroom and hands-on lab instruction.
• Develops and updates Industry 4.0 training curricula in accordance with Quick Start standards and client needs.
• Designs, develops, and maintains Industry 4.0 training systems and hands-on learning environments.
• Performs periodic on-site client training need assessments.
• Works with other instructors and leadership to ensure consistent methods and standards are maintained.

Skills

Industry 4.0 knowledge

Teaching/training delivery

Lean manufacturing

Strong communication

Education

Associates degree in a related field

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field

Tools

Allen-Bradley/Rockwell

Siemens

Job description

Job Title: Training Specialist-Automation, Advanced Manufacturing

Agency: Technical College System of Georgia

Job Requisition ID: JR0000005579

Shift: Day (United States of America)

Compensation Details: COMMENSURATE WITH EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Job Description:

The Technical College System of Georgia’s (TCSG) Office of Quick Start is seeking a Training Specialist for Automation, Advanced Manufacturing Training. Georgia Quick Start is the nation's premier workforce training program, providing customized training solutions to support new and expanding industries across the state. The Office of Quick Start partners with world-class manufacturers in aerospace, automotive, food processing, life sciences, advanced manufacturing, and other high-growth sectors to develop highly skilled workforces that drive economic success. Our team of training professionals combines real-world industry expertise with innovative training methods to prepare employees for the technologies and challenges of modern manufacturing. Do you have experience in industrial automation, maintenance, and troubleshooting and a passion for developing others? If so, Georgia Quick Start may be the perfect opportunity for you. At Quick Start, we know that each client company has unique workforce needs. As a Training Specialist, you will deliver world-class manufacturing technology training in highly interactive classroom and lab environments while developing workforce solutions for new and expanding manufacturers across Georgia. This role offers the opportunity to leverage your industrial automation expertise while helping build the next generation of Georgia's advanced manufacturing workforce. You will also play a key role in developing and enhancing curriculum to meet evolving client needs.

RESPONSBILITIES

• Provides classroom and hands-on lab instruction.
• Develops and updates Industry 4.0 training curricula in accordance with Quick Start standards and client needs.
• Designs, develops, and maintains Industry 4.0 training systems and hands-on learning environments.
• Performs periodic on-site client training need assessments.
• Works with other instructors and leadership to ensure consistent methods and standards are maintained.

Training areas include:

• Mechanical, electrical, and electronic troubleshooting
• Automation and PLC control systems, including Allen-Bradley/Rockwell and Siemens platforms
• HMI systems, industrial networking, robotics, mechatronics, and other Industry 4.0 technologies

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

This position requires travel throughout Georgia to support client training initiatives and conduct workforce assessments.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Associates degree in a related field and Three (3) years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Experience in advanced manufacturing environments with expertise in equipment operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, automation systems, PLC controls, mechatronics, robotics, or related technologies is required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field.
• Additional experience in industrial automation, controls engineering, industrial maintenance, manufacturing training, or technical instruction.
• Experience with Allen-Bradley/Rockwell, Siemens, or similar industrial automation platforms.
• Prior experience teaching, coaching, mentoring, or delivering technical training.
• Lean Manufacturing knowledge/experience.
• Strong computer, communication, and organizational skills are required.

Minimum Qualifications: Associates degree in a related field and Three (3) years of related work experience Note: Experience may substitute for the degree on a year for year basis.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services. Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.

Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's 10 million citizens. With nearly 62,000 employees, we are one of the single largest employer in the state. Public service opportunities stretch across the state as employees live and work in all 159 counties. From traditional fields such as accounting, nursing, and engineering to unique fields like forestry and natural resources management, Georgia state government provides a world of opportunity.