Production Trainer Specialist I

AAON•Longview, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Develop and train Quality Team Leaders (QTLs), operators, manufacturing workers, and production leaders utilizing positive leadership practices to motivate and grow employees. Strengthen quality and continuous improvement culture by enhancing production methods, equipment performance, and efficiency. Ensure team-wide understanding and adherence to AAON's quality management system. Collaborate with peers to organize work areas and optimize throughput. Continuously update documentation and procedures for improved AAON product quality.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalency along with completing all required Certified QTL classes.
Working knowledge of manufacturing procedures and best practices and/or management experience, or equivalent experience in a similar industry.
Competent keyboarding and computer skills; experience with MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
Proficiency in writing routine electronic correspondence.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Self-disciplined with strong problem-solving and critical thinking abilities.
Strong attention to detail.
Keeping up to date with quality design and methodology.

Responsibilities

Conducts all computer, part/unit documentation, and quality training used to support production job tasks with a focus on building a quality product.
Tracks and reports all completed QTL/Production Lead training.
Trains team members on machine safety, daily use and required documentation, and basic troubleshooting.
Trains team members on proper tool safety and use, assembly best practices, 1st article inspection (if applicable), unit paperwork and sign off requirements.
Performs audits of assembly processes and finished product, confirms products built are within compliance with quality procedures and work instructions.
Trains and enforces proper use of PPE.
Coaches QTL’s and Production Leaders in problem solving, Lean, 6S and Continuous Improvement methods.
Recruit potential leadership candidates for QTL and Production Lead positions.
Ensures AAON meets all company quality standards for products with on time production and within design specifications.
Works with other departments to create and improve production process and quality metrics.