Manufacturing Trainer

About the role

The Manufacturing Trainer at Pierce Manufacturing will teach installation, troubleshooting, and operation of special systems on Pierce fire apparatus. This role involves both training and manufacturing environments, focusing on safety and efficient processes.

Responsibilities

• Provide training to team members regarding assembly/disassembly of fire apparatus and applicable tooling in accordance with Oshkosh and Pierce standards.
• Provide training to team members regarding methods of performing tasks in a safe manner and according to safety policies and rules.
• Communicate information positively and effectively in a training and manufacturing environment.
• Maintain safety awareness.
• Assist with creation of training curriculum and materials.
• Conduct training in both a classroom and hands-on environment.
• Aid in the creation and updating of work instructions and standard operating procedures.
• Reinstall all parts removed during training to support paint or assembly processes.
• Provide build and process feedback from team member training to maximize product design and manufacturing processes.
• Support and train for the pump-build process.
• Demonstrate how to use, leverage, and research Pierce Truck Builder.
• Demonstrate how JDE2 is used on the production floor.
• Demonstrate proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Ability to read a ruler to the 1/32” of an inch.
• Absorb and apply hydraulic system knowledge, plumbing knowledge, and understanding of 3D models.
• Operate each system on the truck including, but not limited to foam systems, CAFS system, flow meters, electrical valves, dump chute.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Five or more years of mechanical experience in automotive or machinery applications (Heavy trucks, farm equipment, auto maintenance, etc.).
• Previous assembly and/or electrical experience with fire apparatus.
• Comfortable speaking to groups in a classroom setting.
• Understand how to read assembly drawings.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual.
• Previous experience training or teaching.
• Previous experience with basic hand tools.
• Understanding of JD Edwards System, Truck Builder, and other System Tools.
• Previous experience working with Pierce electrical systems.
• Programming knowledge.
• Previous experience with Microsoft Office programs.
• Hydraulic system knowledge.
• Plumbing knowledge.
• Experience viewing 3D models.
• Operate each system on the truck including, but not limited to foam systems, CAFS system, flow meters, electrical valves, dump chute.

Benefits

Pierce Manufacturing offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and more. Details can be found in the Employee Handbook.

Schedule

The Manufacturing Trainer works a standard Monday through Friday schedule with occasional overtime as needed.

Pay

The salary range for this position is $XX,XXX - $XXXX based on experience and qualifications. Actual compensation will be determined based on the candidate's qualifications and experience.