Chemical Training Specialist (Starlink)

SpaceX•Bastrop, TX

5d•Onsite

About The Position

A Chemical Training Specialist is driven by the fundamental belief that education and knowledge are power, but a SpaceX Chemical Training Specialist combines that belief with a strong sense of urgency, creativity, and resourcefulness and thrives on opportunities for hands-on application. The ideal candidate brings applicable industry experience to the table and will be armed with strong communication skills and an innovative problem-solving ability. They must be able to thrive in a hands-on environment and will spend time in the office, on the factory floor, and in the classroom.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalency certificate
2+ years of work experience in training coordination, project coordination, and/or learning and development

Nice To Haves

In-depth knowledge of federal and state regulations (OSHA, DOT, EPA, TCEQ, IATA, IMDG) regarding chemical safety, such as HAZWOPER, Process Safety Management, HAZMAT Transport, Risk Management Programs, and RCRA; adjacent topics such as confined space, respiratory protection, and control of hazardous energy
Experience in a manufacturing planning environment
Experience in facilities that manufacture, process, handle, store, or transport hazardous materials, or experience as an emergency responder to spills/loss of containment at such facilities
Familiarity with industrial hygiene practices and exposure monitoring, selection and use of PPE, ventilation, forced dilution, gas detection systems, gas abatement, and other engineering controls
3-7+ years in chemical manufacturing, processing, storage, transportation, or related high-hazard environment
Technical credentials such as HAZWOPER 24/40, OSHA 30/10, ICS 100/200/300, DOT/IATA/IMDG HAZMAT (Train-the-Trainer certifications strongly preferred)
Professional certifications such as CHMM, CSP/ASP, CIH
Skills to independently analyze, review, and research manufacturing processes and applicable standards
Experience with video editing and online training module development
Excellent oral and written training/communication skills
Ability to demonstrate an in-depth understanding of manufacturing processes and machine operation
Demonstrated experience as a team-oriented self-starter, eager to meet and exceed objectives, with the ability to handle a multi-project environment
Ability to read engineering drawings and electrical schematics
Experience with computer-based learning management systems
Experience with design tools commonly used in a learning creation environment (MS PowerPoint, Adobe Photoshop/Illustrator, Adobe Captivate, Articulate Storyline)
Ability to clearly and effectively communicate in both written and oral formats
Open collaborative style; ability to work both in a team environment and autonomously with minimal supervision or direction
Ability to communicate professionally with all levels of management

Responsibilities

Develop and deliver training instructions using manufacturing planning-based applications
Steer the introduction of all forms of training documentation used by production and engineering for on-the-job training
Lead implementation of qualification-based authority training initiatives to accomplish training & certification verification
Lead new course & new course content development, including the ability to build new training courses that align with engineering specifications
Ensure new/underdeveloped process skills are identified proactively and training is delivered where increased skill proficiency will measurably reduce risk
Create course materials, such as PowerPoints, student handouts, and tests for instructor-led programs with student assessments. This includes maintaining/revising existing material
Lead training modules (classroom and online) for SpaceX personnel on a variety of technical topics
Develop process specifications and research on new technologies
Engage production management, engineering, quality, and subject matter experts to gather required technical information on complex manufacturing processes and technologies
Monitor human error trends as a result of training to assess training impacts and provide solutions to demonstrate a downward trend
Onboard Starlink Production Associate New Hires. Set up their initial training and familiarize them with the Starlink user terminal production lines
Maintain training documents and SOP’s within the Personnel Qualifications systems