ECHO is hiring a Trainer in our production area! This individual will be responsible for training and developing the skills of production line workers. This role is crucial in ensuring that employees are well-equipped with the knowledge and skills needed to perform their tasks efficiently and in compliance with quality standards.
- Eligible for a $300 sign-on bonus after 90 days of employment if all qualifications are satisfied
- Eligible for a $300 referral bonus upon referring an employee who successfully completes 90 days of employment
- Train new employees on manufacturing processes, safety procedures, quality standards, and company policies.
- Train employees on assembly procedures, hand tools, air tools, and assembly fixtures.
- Demonstrate proper assembly techniques while explaining the purpose of each production step.
- Explain production challenges, best practices, and special assembly techniques.
- Identify deviations from standard work procedures and provide corrective coaching.
- Support new employees during their initial training to ensure a successful transition into production.
- Monitor employee progress throughout the training period, focusing on safety, quality, productivity, and confidence.
- Conduct weekly evaluations with the Group Leader and provide feedback on employee performance.
- Recommend whether trainees have successfully completed the training program.
- Maintain training documentation and communicate employee progress with leadership.
- Mentor and coach employees to promote continuous learning and development.
- Perform production duties when training responsibilities are not required.
- Promote a safe, organized, and team-oriented work environment.
- Previous manufacturing or production assembly experience required.
- Previous experience training, mentoring, or coaching employees preferred.
- Experience working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- Ability to operate hand tools, air tools, and assembly equipment.
- Previous experience as a Production Trainer, Lead Assembler, Group Leader, or similar role.
- Experience with Lean Manufacturing or continuous improvement.
- Standing and walking for extended periods throughout the shift.
- May be required to work overtime and weekends based on production needs.
- Regular exposure to machinery, moving equipment, noise, and varying temperatures.
- Required to wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times.
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, twist, and reach throughout the workday.
- Ability to perform repetitive hand movements and fine motor tasks.
- Safely operate hand tools, air tools, and production equipment.
- Good visual acuity to inspect parts and identify quality defects.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment while following all safety procedures.
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