Production Trainer (Full Time)
Department: All Openings

Position Summary:

Assists the training Supervisor and Manager in the consistent one on one training of team members in area specific skills required. Lead, motivate and train team members in the efficient and effective completion of team duties within the Piper quality system and process specifications. Support training schedules to ensure a timely and efficient output of quality product. Resolve conflict as needed and follow policies and procedures as deemed appropriate for each situation. Promote and foster teamwork throughout the organization.

Essential Job Functions:

• Lead, motivate, and train team members to work with/from and follow: quality system and process specifications, work orders, travelers, station paperwork, blueprints, rework/rejection tags, schedules, Aircraft Production Orders, schematics, layout & modifications sheets, engineering orders, Piper Process Spec (PPS), Piper Material Spec (PMS), Operational Methods Sheets, Material Review Board and verbal/written instruction.

• Assist in the development of new hire team members and coach them throughout the training program to learn the knowledge, skills and values needed to succeed in future roles.

• Provide high quality instruction to team members in classroom, laboratory and manufacturing floor settings to enhance their knowledge, skills and performance.

• Conduct or coordinate training and cross training of team members to attain acceptable levels of performance.

• Assist supervisor with training team members in need of skill remediation and enhancement.

• Provide regular and consistent performance assessments on training level team members using daily and weekly evaluation documents.

• Monitor the schedule and workflow of team member training responsibilities.

• Working knowledge of fabrication, aircraft assembly and aircraft completion skills sets.

• Coordinate daily goals and activities.

• Maintain compliance with Piper QAM/QIM and FAA ACSEP elements.

• Assists other team members to achieve a high level of quality and productivity.

• Act as liaison between all disciplines, i.e., IPT, QA, PC, and Engineering, to resolve problems.

• Interface with all departments regarding parts, materials, and quality to avoid or expedite shortages on the line.

• Work within the company electronic data systems when required.

• Coordinate installations or assemblies outside the department as required to work squawks.

• Analyze, evaluate, and recommend resources necessary to accomplish present and future tasks and objectives.

• Promote housekeeping chores throughout department to keep a presentable appearance of the Company.

• Support safety programs and promote safety equipment usage, ensuring compliance of all safety policies.

• Foster two-way communication.

• Present in-person and online training sessions as needed.

• Perform other related duties as required.

• Serves as lead with the ability to guide and willingness to receive and share practical knowledge, train, cross-train and mentor team members to perform necessary job functions and requirements in order to attain satisfactory levels of performance and production effectivity.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• High school diploma or equivalent

• Related Experience Requirements:

o Sheet Metal Structural Assembler, Mechanic or equivalent: ≥ 5 years

o Demonstrated experience training new team members

• Basic to advanced ability of Office computer programs

o Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook

• Ability to work scheduled shift and hours, including overtime

• Ability to work with minimal supervision

• Strong emphasis on the proper use of all associated hand and power tools required to complete all sheet metal assembly functions and processes

• Follow all safety procedures

• Ability to demonstrate sound judgement and effective communication skills (written and verbal).

• Demonstrates physical and functional ability to perform full anatomical range of motion to accomplish tasks. Evidence of visual and aural acuity and finger and hand dexterity to operate job specific equipment. Can withstand long periods of sitting, standing and/or constant walking. Ability to lift and carry up to 35 lbs. Other physical requirements include the ability to bend, kneel, crouch, twist, balance and reach above, out, and below.

• Ability to foster collaborative relationships, to work well under pressure, to organize and synthesize new information, and prioritize tasks. Possesses critical thinking, analytical skills and flexibility. Ability to multi-task. Required detailed attention to work in an environment where interruptions need to be controlled. Demonstrates sensitivity to customer needs and expectations.

• Environmental Demands and Exposure to Hazards: Works primarily inside and may occasionally work outdoors. May be exposed to odors, chemical agents, dust, fumes, gases, sharp objects, hazardous or moving equipment, wet slippery floors, and extremes in temperature and humidity.

• Interacts regularly with various staff and employees, and occasionally with vendors, suppliers, community members and regulatory agency representatives.

• Supports all operational excellence initiatives ensuring full participation in all department services, continuous improvement efforts, and training programs.

• Maintains a safe, orderly working environment including FOD compliance

• Ensures that Piper Aircraft, Inc. corporate compliance policies are adhered to

• Adheres to organization and department policies and procedures.

• Responsible for ensuring compliance with laws, rules and regulations appropriate to job function.

• Comply with all organizational policies and standards regarding ethical business practices.

• Work ethically and with integrity; upholds organizational values.

• Maintains compliance with company safety policies and procedures, OSHA, and EPA regulations including Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), behaviors, physical space and hazardous waste disposal procedures.

• Delivering timely communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different information exchanges related to functional tasks, workplace initiatives, requirements, and cross functional interactions.

• Makes good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving on-time with deliverables

• Knows and contributes the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement.

• Takes responsibility for a thorough, accurate, and detailed method of completing work tasks

• Overcomes adversity, consistently achieving quality results - even under demanding deadlines and unexpected operating circumstances

• Interacts, partners, and collaborates effectively with others, positively contributing to overall department and organizational deliverables and results.