CWI Manufacturing Trainer

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 coach team members on safe practices and communicate effectively.

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.
• Provide other team member support as needed.
• 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.
• Must possess a current CWI certification.
• Need 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.
• Minimum of two (2) years welding on aluminum.
• 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

• High school diploma or GED.
• Five (5) years welding experience with aluminum and steel.
• Current CWI certification.
• Pass a weld test.

Skills

• 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.
• Minimum of two (2) years welding on aluminum.
• 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.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits Package including medical, dental, vision, disability benefits, 401k plan with Company Match, tuition reimbursement, paid holidays, paid time off (PTO) program, stock purchase program, discount programs (Hotels, Travel, Entertainment, Gym Membership and so much more).
• New Paid Parental Leave (Effective January 1, 2026): Two consecutive calendar weeks at 60% of regular pay available for birth, adoption, or placement of a child for adoption.
• Opportunities for Career Growth.
• Hands-On Approach.
• Culture for Fostering Teamwork.
• Respected Leaders.
• People First Culture.

Pay

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

Schedule

Shift Overview: Monday - Thursday, four 10-hour days 6:00am-4:30pm.

Job Stability

Job Stability.

Shift Details

Shift Overview: Monday - Thursday, four 10-hour days 6:00am-4:30pm.

Application Instructions

Direct Hire - Hiring Immediately!