Manufacturing Technical Trainer - 1st Shift

Daifuku • Hobart, IN

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About The Position

Daifuku is the nation’s leading independent, U.S.‐based provider of intelligent material handling systems. With hundreds of engineers in‐house, the company designs, manufactures, integrates, and installs the full spectrum of intralogistics solutions. We provide leading‐edge conveyor and sortation systems, voice and light‐directed order fulfillment equipment, controls and software, robotics, mezzanines, and structures.
If you want to join a team of industry leading experts and who want to create an impact on the future of material handling solutions, we want to hear from you!
The Manufacturing Technical Trainer Develops and conducts manufacturing training initiatives, including onboarding of new employees and on-going training of job skills, skills enhancements, continuous improvement (Lean processes), and quality program requirements. Maintains training documentation and skills levels of employees in Excel and Learning Management System (LMS).
Salary Range: $55,000-$65,000K
Why You’ll Love Working With Us!
We take care of our team from day one — literally! Enjoy a competitive benefits package designed to support your health, happiness, and future:
Day 1 benefits – no waiting period to access your health, dental, and vision coverage
Paid Time Off (PTO) so you can relax, recharge, and enjoy life outside of work
Short-Term Disability coverage for added peace of mind when you need it most
401(k) with company match to help you build your financial future
General Bonus Opportunity based on performance and company success
Comprehensive benefits that support your overall well-being — because we believe happy employees do their best work!

Requirements

• 3 years’ experience conducting/leading training, including on-the-job training, or similar, in a manufacturing or technical environment
• Proficient in Microsoft Office – Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint
• Ability to speak and read the English Language

Nice To Haves

• 4 years’ experience working in a manufacturing environment preferred
• Experience leading Lean processes or Kaizen events preferred
• Bachelors degree preferred
• Experience with LMS system preferred
• Proficiency in MS Office and in database software
• Knowledge of traditional and modern training methods and tools
• Excellent problem solving / continuous improvement skills
• Ability to effectively present complex information to a variety of audiences in a variety of methods
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong presentation skills and use of presentation software
• Strong decision-making and organizational skills
• Ability to multi-task while maintaining attention to detail and deadlines

Responsibilities

• Completes daily technical training in classroom setting and, on the floor, to assist with the Certification and skills enhancement of team members in their roles
• Use independent decision-making to design and develop training materials, reference materials, presentation materials and job aids (SOP’s, Guided Workflows, Technical Learning Aids)
• Ensure all materials are clear, concise, instructionally sound, and directly support learning objectives
• Develop and revise courses and prepare appropriate training catalogs
• Prepare student materials (course manuals, workbooks, handouts, completion certificates, and course critique forms)
• Partners with manufacturing leadership, human resources and Sr Technical Training Specialist to support development and implementation of training roadmap for operational effectiveness, as needed
• Assists with tracking, evaluating, and measuring training using the company’s corporate LMS and department tracking tools and matrices
• Develops, builds, and maintains relationships with trainees & leaders to recommend additional training
• Develops and implements apprenticeship programs in alignment with training roadmap
• Participates in new employee onboarding process – assesses candidates’ skills levels (general, equipment/machine, accuracy, industrial experience, and provides perspective)
• Conducts training on all shifts
• Influences others to be safety-minded
• Team member will support managing day to day Certification Processes & will be supported by Sr Technical Training Specialist, plant management, and job specific subject matter experts (SMEs) with training tools & general knowledge content
• Employees are responsible to comply with all requirements of Daifuku policies and procedures.
• Employees are to ensure sustainable process outputs that drive continuous improvement to provide leading industry performance and exceptional customer satisfaction
• Additional duties as assigned

Benefits

• Day 1 benefits – no waiting period to access your health, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid Time Off (PTO) so you can relax, recharge, and enjoy life outside of work
• Short-Term Disability coverage for added peace of mind when you need it most
• 401(k) with company match to help you build your financial future
• General Bonus Opportunity based on performance and company success
• Comprehensive benefits that support your overall well-being — because we believe happy employees do their best work!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level