Focus Factory Structural Welding Instructor

Structural Welding Instructor

Focus Factory Training (D973) is currently looking for an organized, self-motivated Structural Welding Instructor to support the strategic sourcing initiatives at the Rhoads Focus Factory Philadelphia, PA. This position will report to the on-site Chief of Training.

The Instructor will be part of a team, responsible for the training of supplier students in various courses related to various structural welding processes and wire types, as well as additional welding related requirements. Qualified candidates will have a strong sense of commitment to Safety and Procedural Compliance, be a self-starter and possess strong verbal & written communication skills. Candidates must also be driven by a desire to develop themselves and others, and possess the ability to multi-task with a friendly, approachable customer service demeanor.

Responsibilities & Duties - The responsibilities & duties include but are not limited to:

• Instructing multiple welding related classroom courses including Workmanship, AWPSS and Safety Briefs
• Instructing multiple structural related classroom courses
• Directing and assessing hands on training with practice and tests
• Enforcing safety rules and regulations in training and during deck plate audits
• Assessing student performance & identifying nonconformance to policies, procedures and technical documents
• Supporting various course content reviews and related activities
• Conducting assessments as needed/scheduled
• Manage class rosters and training OQE submittal paperwork
• Meeting with Focus Factory Leadership regarding student performance as needed
• Consistently grade tests and quizzes to ensure knowledge capture and understanding of training topics
• Communicate with other Training team members to advance work and communicate issues
• Supporting special training projects as required
• Support the Training department goals and objectives with other responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications

Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of 4 years of welding trade experience
• Ability to participate on business travel up to 15%

Preferred:

• Advanced educational course work including certifications, associates or other advanced education degree
• Instructing/teaching experience
• Leadership experience (working leader, MDU, SS ETC)
• Currently qualified & proficient in 3 or more welding processes
• Experience with non-destructive testing, AWPSS & SRT
• Proficiency with communication & virtual technologies

Skills

Skills:

• Have a strong ability to prioritize and complete multiple complex assignments
• Have a strong ability to lead and direct in a classroom and workshop environment
• Have excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong interpersonal skills
• Have demonstrated experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel)
• Be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
• Have a strong willingness to think critically and problem solve
• Have a strong commitment to teaching others and leading student classes
• Have a demonstrated commitment to customer-service, safety & procedural compliance
• Ready to learn and take on additional responsibilities and duties as needed
• Ready to learn and teach new courses and team members with a variety of learning abilities
• Have the ability to engage with supplier employees in a professional manner
• Be comfortable with new teaching technologies and willing to adapt to new teaching approaches
• Must Be able to complete and maintain NDT requirements for Welding Qualifications
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time
• Must be able to maneuver throughout the facility and units to support all areas as required

Physical Qualifications

Kneeling, Medium Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Stooping, Twisting

Environmental Attributes

Cold, Fumes, Hot, Inside, Noise