Internal - Final Finish Trainer (III)

Continental•Oswego, SC

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Continental develops pioneering technologies and services for sustainable and connected mobility of people and their goods. Founded in 1871, the technology company offers safe, efficient, intelligent and affordable solutions for vehicles, machines, traffic and transportation. In 2023, Continental generated preliminary sales of €41.4 billion and currently employs around 200,000 people in 56 countries and markets.With its premium portfolio in the car, truck, bus, two-wheel and specialty tire segment, the Tires group sector stands for innovative solutions in tire technology. Intelligent products and services related to tires and the promotion of sustainability complete the product portfolio. For specialist dealers and fleet management, Tires offers digital tire monitoring and tire management systems, in addition to other services, with the aim of keeping fleets mobile and increasing their efficiency. With its tires, Continental makes a significant contribution to safe, efficient and environmentally friendly mobility. YOUR TASKSResponsible for executing and continuously improving departmental training by delivering hands-on instruction, maintaining accurate certification records, and aligning training efforts with operational needs. This role emphasizes cross-functional support, flexibility, accountability, and leading by example to ensure employees are skilled, certified, and aligned with company values.HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACTMaintain and execute the training plan for all certification and recertification processes within the department.Actively conduct on-the-job training on the shopfloor - trainers are expected to be visible, engaged, and hands-on with trainees.Maintain all employee training documentation and records internally within the assigned systems and databases.Provide cross-functional support by developing multiskilled capabilities in another department to serve as a backup trainer.Must demonstrate flexibility and the ability to adjust work schedules in response to changing business needs.Deliver new process and procedure training to trainees and existing employees, ensuring complete understanding and application.Evaluate training effectiveness through observation, testing, and feedback, and communicate any findings to the Training Specialist.Communicate with Department Managers and Supervisors to align on training needs, schedules, and follow-up actions.Coordinate and support training improvement plans by identifying skills gaps, performance, and process understanding.Provide input in the development and updating of work instructions and standard operating procedures.Participate in BT meetings and share updates on training status and communicate any support that may be needed.Take ownership of assigned tasks, demonstrating accountability and engagement.Be willing and able to become certified on required machines in the department.Lead by example and model the Continental Values.Be self-managed, detail-oriented, and capable of performing under pressureFollow all plant, ESH, CBS, quality, and department processes and proceduresOther duties as assignedNOTE: May not be inclusive of all work required and may be updated as needed.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
Currently certified as a Visual Inspector for at least one year or a current Trainer within a Production area.
Three or more months experience mentoring employees
Strong communication and coaching skills
Proficient computer skills (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, performance tracking, databases, reports, etc.)
This role is an internal only position, external applicants will not be considered for this role
Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas now or in the future for this job posting
No relocation assistance is offered for this position

Nice To Haves

Degree in related field(s)
Current certification in at least two job tasks within the department.
Two or more years' experience in tire industry, though Continental working experience is more preferred

Responsibilities

Maintain and execute the training plan for all certification and recertification processes within the department.
Actively conduct on-the-job training on the shopfloor - trainers are expected to be visible, engaged, and hands-on with trainees.
Maintain all employee training documentation and records internally within the assigned systems and databases.
Provide cross-functional support by developing multiskilled capabilities in another department to serve as a backup trainer.
Must demonstrate flexibility and the ability to adjust work schedules in response to changing business needs.
Deliver new process and procedure training to trainees and existing employees, ensuring complete understanding and application.
Evaluate training effectiveness through observation, testing, and feedback, and communicate any findings to the Training Specialist.
Communicate with Department Managers and Supervisors to align on training needs, schedules, and follow-up actions.
Coordinate and support training improvement plans by identifying skills gaps, performance, and process understanding.
Provide input in the development and updating of work instructions and standard operating procedures.
Participate in BT meetings and share updates on training status and communicate any support that may be needed.
Take ownership of assigned tasks, demonstrating accountability and engagement.
Be willing and able to become certified on required machines in the department.
Lead by example and model the Continental Values.
Be self-managed, detail-oriented, and capable of performing under pressure
Follow all plant, ESH, CBS, quality, and department processes and procedures
Other duties as assigned