Training Specialist-Automation, Advanced Manufacturing Training

Georgia Department of Revenue•West Point, GA

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About The Position

The Technical College System of Georgia’s Office of Quick Start is seeking a Training Specialist for Automation, Advanced Manufacturing Training. Georgia Quick Start provides customized workforce training solutions for new and expanding industries across Georgia, partnering with manufacturers in sectors including aerospace, automotive, food processing, life sciences, and advanced manufacturing. The Training Specialist delivers manufacturing technology training in interactive classroom and lab environments and helps develop workforce solutions for manufacturers. The role also develops and enhances curriculum to address changing client needs. Training topics include mechanical, electrical, and electronic troubleshooting; automation and PLC control systems, including Allen-Bradley/Rockwell and Siemens platforms; HMI systems; industrial networking; robotics; mechatronics; and other Industry 4.0 technologies. The position requires travel throughout Georgia to support client training initiatives and conduct workforce assessments.

Requirements

Associate degree in a related field and three years of related work experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Experience may substitute for the degree on a year-for-year basis.
Experience in advanced manufacturing environments, with expertise in equipment operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, automation systems, PLC controls, mechatronics, robotics, or related technologies.
Strong computer, communication, and organizational skills.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field.
Additional experience in industrial automation, controls engineering, industrial maintenance, manufacturing training, or technical instruction.
Experience with Allen-Bradley/Rockwell, Siemens, or similar industrial automation platforms.
Prior experience teaching, coaching, mentoring, or delivering technical training.
Lean Manufacturing knowledge or experience.

Responsibilities

Provides classroom and hands-on lab instruction.
Develops and updates Industry 4.0 training curricula in accordance with Quick Start standards and client needs.
Designs, develops, and maintains Industry 4.0 training systems and hands-on learning environments.
Performs periodic on-site client training needs assessments.
Works with other instructors and leadership to maintain consistent methods and standards.
Delivers training in mechanical, electrical, and electronic troubleshooting; automation and PLC control systems; HMI systems; industrial networking; robotics; mechatronics; and other Industry 4.0 technologies.
Travels throughout Georgia to support client training initiatives and conduct workforce assessments.