Welding / Manufacturing Training Specialist

Rittal LLC•Urbana, OH

14d•Onsite

About The Position

This role combines technical welding expertise, manufacturing training, safety instruction, and continuous improvement leadership. It is a hands-on position supporting production operations across multiple shifts while developing workforce capabilities.

Requirements

Minimum 5-7 years of welding industry experience, including training
Ability to read and interpret blueprints is strongly preferred.
Familiarity with basic welding tools, techniques, and safety procedures.
Stand at the weld station throughout the work shift.
Walk, bend, twist, and reach frequently during the shift.
Occasionally lift up to 50 pounds to waist level; frequently lift 25–40 pounds to waist level and up to 25 pounds above the shoulders.
Work in a fast-paced environment with the ability to adapt to changing assignments and multitask effectively.
Wear Safety-toed footwear
Safety glasses with side shields
Hearing protection
Welding hood and protective clothing

Nice To Haves

Associate's degree in Welding Technology, Manufacturing Technology, Education, Human Resources Development, or related field preferred; equivalent combination of education and experience considered.

Responsibilities

Design and deliver welding training programs for: MIG, TIG, Stainless steel welding, Emerging welding technologies
Conduct annual welding recertifications and competency assessments.
Train and maintain qualifications for: Forklift operations, Crane operations, Manufacturing safety programs
Lead and support LEAN / continuous improvement initiatives.
Investigate weld quality issues and support root-cause analysis efforts.
Implement corrective actions and on-the-job training (OJT) to improve quality and consistency.
Track training effectiveness, certifications, and compliance through systems such as: AG5, SAP SuccessFactors, Other training/LMS platforms
Support onboarding and workforce development programs.