Assembly Operator V - Trainer

Assembly Operator V - Trainer

Assembly Operator V Trainer

Location: Arden, NC

Shift: MondayFriday, 3:00 PM11:30 PM

Pay Rate: $33$35/hr (commensurate with experience) + 10% second shift differential

Employment Type: Temp-to-Hire

Position Overview

The Assembly Operator V Trainer is a subject matter expert (SME) responsible for leading training initiatives, certification activities, and advanced skill development within the assembly team. This role ensures operational consistency, serves as a critical link between production, quality, and engineering, and enhances workforce capability through structured coaching and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

Training & Certification Leadership

• Deliver hands-on instruction and certification for operators on products, processes, equipment, and inspection requirements.
• Mentor operators in advanced technical skills, troubleshooting, and adherence to quality standards.
• Assess competency and certify operator readiness using skills matrices.
• Provide constructive feedback, adapting training methods as needed.

Training System Ownership

• Develop, review, and enhance training materials, standard work procedures, and visual aids.
• Accurately document training completion, competency evaluations, and qualification sign-offs.
• Contribute to skills matrices, certification criteria, and process improvements.

Quality & Continuous Improvement

• Champion adherence to standard work, minimizing operational variation across shifts.
• Identify training gaps, collaborating with quality, engineering, and leadership teams to implement solutions.
• Assist with troubleshooting production and quality issues to drive optimal outcomes.

Leadership & Floor Support

• Provide on-the-floor leadership and coverage for team leads as required.
• Influence team performance through technical coaching and effective communication.
• Mentor other trainers and provide guidance to less experienced operators.

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience in fiber assembly manufacturing.
• Proven experience in training, coaching, mentoring, and certifying operators.
• Strong ability to communicate and explain advanced technical processes.
• Skilled in utilizing skills matrices and certification systems.
• Accurate documentation abilities for training and competency assessments.
• Experience serving as a subject matter expert on processes, equipment, and quality standards.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience mentoring fellow trainers or acting as a technical leader.
• Involvement in developing training materials, standard work procedures, and qualification protocols.
• Proven track record in resolving complex training gaps or performance issues.

Skills & Attributes

• Exceptional communication and influencing skills.
• Advanced problem-solving and troubleshooting capabilities.
• Ability to balance multiple priorities and training demands.
• Demonstrates high accountability and ownership.
• Strong commitment to continuous improvement.