Workforce Operations Associate

IACMI – The Composites Institute; Knoxville (TN); Hybrid; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

IACMI – The Composites Institute seeks a highly motivated Workforce Operations Associate to support workforce development initiatives. The role emphasizes organizational support, collaboration with team members, and requires effective communication skills. Benefits include a competitive salary, comprehensive health package, and opportunities for professional development, fostering an inclusive and supportive work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary with performance-based incentives

Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision

Generous paid time off and flexible work arrangements

Opportunities for professional development and training

Collaborative team environment with national impact

Qualifications

• 1-3 years experience in workforce supervision or operations.
• Experience in scheduling and documentation is required.
• Self-starter with strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Create, update, and maintain reports with management.
• Assist in organizing and executing in-person and virtual events.
• Collaborate with the IACMI Communications Team and Program Management.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Education

High School Diploma

Associate's Degree or 4-Year Degree (Preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

MS Teams

Zoom

Job description

6 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants

Position Title: Workforce Operations Associate

Reports to: Director of Education & Workforce Development

Salary Range:$35,000 - $55,000

LOCATION

Hybrid: 3 days a week in office (Innovation South), 2 days remote and up to 20% travel

DESCRIPTION

IACMI - The Composites Institute, is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Workforce Operations Associate to provide organizational support to the IACMI Workforce Development team. The ideal candidate will be a team player who is tech savvy, well organized and a self-starter who enjoys working on a team focused on impacting the lives of individuals and communities through manufacturing education and training. The candidate will aid in trouble shooting and other supporting correspondence needed for ongoing program success.

We value and welcome your unique identity, background, and experiences in becoming part of our organization. Creating a culture of inclusivity, encouraging curiosity, and nurturing acceptance are an intentional part of our ethos. Candidates should email resumes to [e-mail] or apply via LinkedIn.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work with managers and staff to create, update and maintain reports
• Utilize PowerPoint presentations, documents, and spreadsheets using Microsoft Office tools and other company designated computer software
• Ability to communicate and cooperate with multiple IACMI team members and business partners
• Collaborate closely with IACMI Communications Team
• Support programming in training, internships, manufacturing training grants, and school communication
• Collaborate closely with IACMI Program Management Team to support uptick in demand
• Understand or learn the basics of manufacturing labor standards, planning and workflows
• Assist in organizing, planning, and executing events (in-person and virtual) including demonstrations, webinars, meetings, and other special events
• Meet deadlines, work hours and support administrative requirements in a timely manner
• Learn and improve processes, willing to learn new skills as part of job role
• Learn and understand program and team performance objectives
• Meet deadlines and manage time
• Perform other related duties as assigned

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma required, technical, associates, military experience or a 4 year degree a plus
• 1-3 years experience in workforce supervision, operations, training or logistics
• Ability to work effectively within a team environment supporting CSS/IACMI workforce team
• Self-starter with problem solving abilities and able to follow directives and budget considerations
• This role requires the ability to work with others and demonstrate strong organizational skills
• Effective written and oral communication skills
• Experience in scheduling and documentation
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office products: Outlook, Word, Power Point, and Excel
• Familiarity and experience with communication platforms such as MS Teams, and Zoom, including setting up and leading meetings and webinars.Ability to learn new software as needed.
• Valid US driver’s license required with an ability to drive to meetings and events in the regional area
• Must be able to move around freely, lift up to twenty-five pounds, sit or stand for moderate periods of time, and travel at up to 20% of time with some overnight stays
• Willingness to work flexible, varying hours, including evenings and weekends as needed

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience working in manufacturing or training,
• Experience working in cooperation with a business team
• Experience in office tools, budgets basics and writing

BENEFITS

• Competitive salary with performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision.
• Generous paid time off and flexible work arrangements.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• A mission-driven, collaborative team environment with national impact.

ABOUT IACMI

The Institute for Advanced Composites Manufacturing Innovation, or IACMI–The Composites Institute, is focused on securing U.S. global leadership in advanced manufacturing by connecting people, ideas, and technology. IACMI is a 160-plus member community of industry, academic institutions, and government organizations designed to enhance competitiveness in U.S. manufacturing with a focus on meeting the needs of the private industry sector. Established in 2015 by the Department of Energy, IACMI is one of 17 Manufacturing USA Institutes collaborating to accelerate new technology, create new products, reduce cost and risk, and enable the manufacturing workforce with the skills of the future. Based in Knoxville, Tennessee, IACMI is managed by the Collaborative Composite Solutions Corporation, a not-for-profit organization established by The University of Tennessee Research Foundation.

IACMI has built a national reputation as a leader in U.S. workforce development, education, and training experiences in the advanced composites and manufacturing industries. Workforce programmatic themes include, but are not limited to, advanced composites manufacturing and processes, machine tool technology to include CNC Machining, cyber security for industrial applications, additive manufacturing; as well as K-12 career awareness and skill building programs. Our continued growth and success have led to the search for a new team member.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Research Services

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