Lagging Instructor - Travel

General Dynamics Electric Boat•North Kingstown, RI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Focus Factory Training (D794) is seeking an organized, self-motivated Paint / Sound Dampening / Lagging Instructor to support strategic sourcing initiatives at various Focus Factory locations. The instructor will report to the Chief of Training for Strategic Sourcing and, while traveling, to the applicable on-site Chief of Training. Assignments involve business travel and/or extended work assignments, including locations in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; Florence, South Carolina; Jacksonville, Florida; Mobile, Alabama; and other locations as assigned. The instructor will train supplier staff in courses related to Paint / Sound Dampening / Lagging processes and related topics. The position requires a strong commitment to safety and procedural compliance, communication skills, initiative, and a customer-service-oriented approach. The schedule is generally first shift, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with flexibility to support second and third shifts, additional overtime as directed (including weekends), and approximately 75% or more annual business travel.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 2 years of Paint / Sound Dampening / Lagging trade experience.
At least 1 year of work experience at Electric Boat.
Formal or informal instructing/teaching experience.
Leadership experience, such as working leader, MDU, or SS.
Ability to prioritize and complete multiple complex assignments.
Ability to direct activities in a classroom and workshop environment.
Excellent written and verbal communication and strong interpersonal skills.
Demonstrated experience with Microsoft Office Suite.
Comfort working in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment.
Willingness and ability to think critically and solve problems.
Ability to engage professionally with supplier employees.
Comfort with new teaching technologies and willingness to adapt to new teaching approaches.
Ability to support business travel approximately 75% or more annually.
Ability to work additional overtime as directed, including weekends, and adjust hours to support second and third shifts as needed.

Nice To Haves

Advanced educational coursework, certifications, an associate degree, or other advanced education degree.
Current qualification in Paint / Sound Dampening / Lagging training requirements.
Experience with business systems such as SRT/LMS, PQS, and ATA.
Experience with Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word, and OneNote.
Business travel or Extended Work Assignment experience.
Proficiency with virtual and/or remote technologies.

Responsibilities

Instruct multiple Paint / Sound Dampening / Lagging-related classroom courses.
Provide quality oversight of supplier-embedded instructors to support site training needs.
Direct and assess hands-on training, including practice and tests.
Enforce safety rules and regulations during training and deck plate audits.
Assess student performance and identify non-conformance with policies, procedures, and technical documents.
Support course content reviews and related activities.
Conduct assessments as needed or scheduled.
Manage class rosters and training OQE submittal paperwork.
Meet with Focus Factory Leadership regarding student performance as needed.
Consistently grade tests and quizzes to confirm knowledge capture and understanding of training topics.
Communicate with team members to advance work and communicate issues.
Support special training projects as required.
Support Training department goals and objectives through other assigned responsibilities.
Learn and take on additional responsibilities and duties as needed.