Manufacturing Training Specialist - CWI (Weld/Fab/Paint)

About the role

Kewaunee Fabrications is a leading heavy fabrication specialist founded in 1941. We provide end-to-end solutions including manufacturing, engineering, cutting, forming, welding, machining, blasting, painting, and assembly under one roof. Since 1999, we have been part of the Oshkosh family, contributing to innovation and industry advancement.

At Kewaunee Fabrications, you can expect competitive pay based on experience and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, pharmacy, dental, vision, health savings account, disability, life insurance, 401(k) with company match, wellness programs, paid time off, stock purchase programs, employee discounts, and career stability. We also offer opportunities for growth and a culture focused on people, innovation, and industry advancement.

Responsibilities

• Develops and implements Training and Development programs for Kewaunee Fabrications team members.
• Supports the design and deployment of strategic learning programs across the organization.
• Designs, develops, and delivers curriculum, courses, and associated materials in all available/appropriate training media on a variety of topics.
• Aids in the assessment of training requirements across the organization.
• Networks with Production leaders to identify training needs and develop programs to address those needs.
• Develops online learning modules within the corporate LMS.
• Develops Instructor-Lead Training modules.
• Tracks learning using the LMS.
• Networks collaboratively across different Business Units within the segment.
• Researches and writes proposals.
• Identifies, evaluates, negotiates with, recommends, and implements vendor training courseware, materials, and media as appropriate.
• Works with outside vendors and internal stakeholders to customize and coordinate program design and delivery.
• Identifies external training courses for employees as appropriate.
• Participates in special corporate and organization development initiatives such as Town Halls and Employee Briefings.
• Coordinates training events.
• Conducts on-the-job training, new hire orientation, and/or on-demand training based on business needs.
• Supports documentation standards for all Training Center activities and products.
• Develops and publishes content within the knowledge repository and Training Center intranet site and participates in its continuous improvement.
• Works within established documentation style and templates.
• Participates in budget preparation and tracking, while ensuring adherence to the department budget.
• Follows guidance from leaders.
• Maintains compliance and records within the Learning Management System (LMS).

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in Training and Development, Management, Organizational Development, or a related field.
• Minimum of five (5) years of welding experience with steel or equivalent related experience.
• Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification preferred; willingness to obtain certification required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Training, Education, or Human Resources OR combination of equivalent experience in Instructional and Program Design.
• Knowledge and application of adult learning theories.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Innovative/creative thinking.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Focus on results and quality.
• Completes projects in a timely manner within tight timelines.
• Prior experience with program design and/or curriculum writing.
• Prior experience working in a manufacturing environment.
• Prior experience in paint and weld processes.
• Prior experience working with a Learning Management System (LMS); prior Workday experience preferred.
• Prior experience creating training videos and writing video scripts.
• Proficient in MS Office, Word, and PowerPoint and InDesign.
• Proficient Adobe Acrobat Pro.

Skills

• Ability to travel up to 10% as required.

Benefits

Competitive pay based on experience. Comprehensive benefit package effective day one (1). Medical, Pharmacy, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account, Disability, Life Insurance, 401(k) + company match, wellness programs, paid time off, stock purchase programs, employee discount program and more.

Pay

$64,500.00 - $103,500.00

Schedule

This role works onsite from our Kewaunee, WI facility. This is a unionized facility.