Manufacturing Trainer

POSITION TITLE: Manufacturing Trainer

POSITION OBJECTIVE:

Drive improved production efficiency, quality, and output through effective manufacturing training, hands-on coaching, and continuous process improvement while ensuring full compliance with safety, quality, and ISO standards. This role supports standardized work practices, accurate documentation, and effective onboarding, and collaborates cross-functionally with Operations, Engineering, and Human Resources to achieve company objectives and maintain consistent, compliant manufacturing operations.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

Training and Assistance with Production and Warehouse Personnel

• Train, guide, and support production personnel to ensure work is completed efficiently, accurately, and in compliance with Clearfield-approved assembly instructions and techniques.
• Instruct and onboard new employees by providing detailed explanations of assembly processes, answering technical questions, and ensuring adherence to quality standards.
• Review electronic work orders, prioritize production tasks, and assign duties to team members to optimize workflow, equipment utilization, and productivity.
• Monitor production progress and communicate workflow status within the team to meet production schedules.
• Collaborate and communicate with other departments as needed to support production objectives and resolve issues.
• Promote and maintain a cooperative, positive, and team-oriented work environment.
• Ensure compliance with all company procedures, quality guidelines, and safety requirements.

Assist Production Personnel and Improve Production Processes

• Support production personnel in improving manufacturing processes to increase efficiency, quality, and consistency.
• Build and/or assist in building First Article assemblies to verify compliance with production procedures and specifications.
• Participate in and support continuous process improvement initiatives.
• Assist with the evaluation and analysis of defective products and components to identify root causes and corrective actions.
• Design, implement, and modify production processes to improve quality, throughput, and cycle time.
• Assist with and conduct time studies as required to support process optimization and labor standards.
• Update and maintain work instructions, process charts, and drawings as directed by Engineering.
• Assist in the development, maintenance, and continuous improvement of the Department Training Programs.
• Support Human Resources with Learning Management System (LMS) training for production personnel.
• Create and manage production order delays as required to support accurate scheduling and reporting.
• Enter and maintain labor time entries in Clockify in accordance with company procedures.
• Conduct safety walkthroughs and orientations for new employees.
• Support company safety initiatives and promote a culture of workplace safety.
• Support ISO compliance by following documented procedures and participating in audits and corrective actions.
• Demonstrate and promote a continuous improvement mindset.
• Utilize Epicor ERP system knowledge (preferred) to support production activities.
• Participate in company Kaizen and continuous improvement events

Track and Maintenance of Production Equipment

• Track, maintain, and perform routine maintenance on production equipment, including polishing machines, cutters, strippers, cleavers, chop boxes, and various hand tools.
• Assist with equipment calibration activities as required to ensure accuracy and compliance with production and quality standards.
• Maintain troubleshoot and resolve issues with production and test equipment to minimize downtime and support continuous operations.
• Identify tooling needs and compile purchase requisitions for new or replacement tools and equipment as necessary.

Position Requirements:

• High School Diploma/GED minimum; Associate's or bachelor’s in education, Engineering, or related field preferred
• 2-5+ years in a manufacturing/production environment is preferred
• Working knowledge of production, quality standards, safety protocols, and tool/machinery
• Working knowledge of Modern Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system, Epicor preferred
• Working knowledge, Lean Manufacturing Principles, Green belt preferred
• Strong instructional and communication skills to develop curriculum, lesson planning, needs assessment, deliver training and conduct evaluations on product and processes.
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite and Custom Relationship Management (CRM)
• Forklift Certification is a plus
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs. on a repetitive basis.
• Ability to stand and walk throughout shift.

This description of duties is not intended to be all-inclusive or to limit the discretionary authority to assign other tasks of a similar nature and/or level of responsibility.

COMPETENCIES:

• Initiative- Dealing with situations and issues proactively and persistently, seizing opportunities that arise.
• Problem Solving- Identifying problems and the solutions to them.
• Teamwork- Working collaboratively with others to achieve organizational goals.
• Change Management- Conducting change readiness and change impact analyses, preparing communication and employee engagement plans, and developing strategies to address organizational change and related change management issues.
• Attention to Detail- Working in a conscientious, consistent and thorough manner.

BENEFITS for full-time:

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits.
• 100% company paid Short-term and Long-term disability insurance coverage.
• 100% company paid Basic Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) insurance coverage.
• 100% company paid Business Travel Accident (BTA) insurance.
• 100% company paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Additional voluntary benefits are offered.
• 401K plan: Maximum match is 4.5% of the first 6% of contribution.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Clearfield's Time Off Policy includes Personal Time Off (PTO) beginning at three weeks annually. PTO is accrued on the first of the month starting on day of hire. Voluntary Time Off (VTO) eight hours each calendar year, In addition, nine paid holidays per year.

Hourly RANGE: $ 23.58-$27.49-$32.92, Bonus eligible

An Offer of employment will be extended at a level consistent with the experience and qualifications of the candidate. This information reflects the anticipated salary range for this position at the time of posting. The salary range may be modified in the future and actual compensation may vary from the posting based on various factors such as geographic location, work experience, education and/or skill level.