Certified Welding Inspector

About the role

The Manufacturing Trainer at Oshkosh Vocational Tennessee is responsible for teaching welding and fabrication processes to team members. This role involves providing training in both small group settings and live manufacturing environments. The trainer must also communicate effectively and support team members in a safe and productive manner.

Responsibilities

• Provide training on welding operations and techniques used within the Vocational Segment.
• Provide training regarding fabrication process.
• Coach team members around performing tasks in a safe manner according to safety policies and rules.
• Communicate information positively and effectively.
• Create online, written, and LIVE training curriculum and materials.
• Develop, design, and build training props.
• Perform Training Needs and Task Analysis.
• Develop training materials following the ADDIE model.
• Demonstrate how JDE2 is used.
• Demonstrate proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Publisher, PowerPoint).
• Accurately read a ruler to the 1/32” of an inch.
• Demonstrate how to access and locate technical information in Pierce Truck Builder and ProPlanner.
• Facilitate Level 1 and 2 Volterra High-Voltage training.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Five (5) years welding experience with aluminum and steel.
• Current CWI certification.
• Ability to pass a weld test.
• Proficient knowledge of MIG pulse-spray welding.
• Ability to read weld prints and symbols.
• Ability to explain the functions and settings of the MIG welder.
• Seven (7) years welding on aluminum or steel preferred.
• Previous experience training or teaching.
• Understanding Pierce Truck Builder and ProPlanner.
• Proven curriculum development experience.
• Experience viewing 3D models.
• Ability to think “outside the norm” to bring new ideas to the team.
• Ability to work unsupervised and with leadership remotely.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications: High school diploma or GED, five (5) years welding experience with aluminum and steel, current CWI certification, ability to pass a weld test, proficient knowledge of MIG pulse-spray welding, ability to read weld prints and symbols, ability to explain the functions and settings of the MIG welder.

Skills

• Welding skills (aluminum and steel).
• Training and teaching experience.
• Microsoft Office proficiency (Word, Publisher, PowerPoint).
• Ability to read and understand technical information.
• Ability to demonstrate and teach welding techniques.
• Ability to facilitate training sessions.
• Ability to think creatively and outside the norm.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, disability, 401k plan with company match, tuition reimbursement, paid holidays, paid time off (PTO), stock purchase program, and discount programs.
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement.
• Flexible scheduling to accommodate training needs.
• Opportunities for hands-on learning and customer focus.
• A culture of teamwork and respect for leaders.
• Participation in a 6-week paid training program at Tennessee College of Applied Technology - Murfreesboro.

Pay

Competitive pay based on experience and education, with a minimum starting rate of $32.25 per hour.

Schedule

Shifts are Monday through Thursday, with four 10-hour days from 6:00am to 4:30pm.