Welding Instructor

Rhoads Industries, Inc.•Philadelphia, PA

10h•$80,000 - $85,000•Onsite

About The Position

Rhoads Industries is seeking a Welding Instructor to join their dynamic, fast-paced, and growing team. The Welding Instructor will be directly responsible for working with the training team on the implementation, administration, and coordination of operational training and certifications specifically for welding. Rhoads Industries is a total solution provider of industrial fabrication, mechanical/maintenance, and maritime services, with expansive shipyard facilities and heavy manufacturing space located in The Navy Yard in Philadelphia.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Post-Secondary college/vocational in welding preferred.
CWE Minimal CWI Preferred
Evidence of past welding qualifications in various welding processes a must.
Minimum of 7 years of proven experience in the welding/manufacturing industry.
Minimum of 3+ years’ experience as a Welding Instructor or leading a team in an industrial environment.
Thorough familiarity with and understanding of AWS, ASME, and MIL welding Codes and standards.
Proficient in Microsoft Project, Excel
Must be a U.S. Citizen and be able to pass all Background Clearances.

Responsibilities

Assists in coordinating all aspects of operational training.
Support all quality testing, certifications, and re-certifications of technical employees.
Arranges and manages all material, set-ups and equipment for testing and all QA requirements for current or prospective staff.
Support all technical requirements and certifications for onboarding new employees.
Assist in recruitment and outreach of potential employees and coordinates evaluations.
Works with HR to ensure onboarding of all new hires (for relevant technical hires) is complete.
Participate in daily training activities of pre-apprenticeship and apprenticeship programs.
Familiarize all new apprentices with operational processes, procedures, and areas of development.
Collect apprenticeship and pre-apprenticeship OJT training documents and assures filing with state agency for apprenticeship training.
Support work assignments with operations and create a staffing pool of the pre-apprentice and apprenticeship program.
Help coordinate with Quality/Safety and maintain accurate records of employees and potential employees’ certifications.
Assess training needs for new and existing technical employees.
Track and report on training outcomes.
Provide feedback to program participants and management.
Make recommendations on training material and methodology.
Must be able to work an (8)hrs. per day (5) days a week 6am to 2:30pm work schedule.
Additional duties as assigned.