Manufacturing Trainer

Summary

The Manufacturing Trainer will be responsible for teaching installation, troubleshooting, and operation of special systems on Pierce fire apparatus for small groups of team members in both a training and manufacturing environment. The trainer may work independently or as part of a team with other trainers. The trainer will develop effective communications and positive working relationships with all team members.

• Provide training to team members regarding assembly/disassembly of fire apparatus and applicable tooling in accordance with Oshkosh and Pierce standards.
• Provide training to team members regarding methods of performing tasks in a safe manner and according to safety policies and rules.
• Provide other team member training and support as needed.
• Communicate information positively and effectively in a training and manufacturing environment.
• Maintain safety awareness.
• Assist with creation of training curriculum and materials.
• Conduct training in both a classroom and hands‑on environment.
• Assist with creation and updating of work instructions and standard operating procedures.
• Reinstall all parts removed during training to support paint or assembly processes.
• Provide build and process feedback from team member training to maximize product design and manufacturing processes.
• Assist in development of long‑term manufacturing build processes on new product launches.
• Provide support and training for the pump‑build process.
• Demonstrate how to use, leverage, and research Pierce Truck Builder.
• Demonstrate how JDE2 is used on the production floor.
• Demonstrate proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Ability to read a ruler to the 1/32” of an inch.
• Assist with maintaining training records and testing.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment utilizing lean manufacturing and 5S techniques.
• Demonstrate how to access and locate technical information in the E-Book.

• High school diploma or GED.
• Five or more years of mechanical experience in automotive or machinery applications (heavy trucks, farm equipment, auto maintenance, etc.).
• Previous assembly and/or electrical experience with fire apparatus.
• Comfortable speaking to groups in a classroom setting.
• Understand how to read assembly drawings.

• Bilingual.
• Previous experience training or teaching.
• Previous experience with basic hand tools.
• Understanding of JD Edwards System, Truck Builder, and other system tools.
• Previous experience working with Pierce electrical systems.
• Electrical programming knowledge.
• Previous experience with Microsoft Office programs.
• Hydraulic system knowledge.
• Plumbing knowledge.
• Experience viewing 3D models.
• Operate each system on the truck including, but not limited to foam systems, CAFS system, flow meters, electrical valves, dump chute.

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