Senior Controls Training Specialist

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client that is seeking a Senior Controls Training Specialist in Grand Rapids, MI.

Summary:

As a Senior Technical Training Specialist/Electrical and Controls Trainer, you will play a pivotal role in developing and delivering high-quality training programs to both internal and external stakeholders.

Your responsibilities will include:

* Delivering training programs covering operations, mechanical maintenance, controls maintenance, specific equipment, software, and customer solutions

* Understanding and effectively communicating how the custom solutions integrate into the operation of material handling systems

* Adapting quickly to changing curriculum and equipment requirements

* Act as a subject matter expert contributing to the creation of student guides and training materials for traditional delivery platforms and fully digital deliveries

* Take on greater responsibilities as company and equipment knowledge grows

REQUIREMENTS:

* Minimum of 5 years of experience delivering related training for customized products and systems, preferably in the material handling industry with an emphasis on controls

* Proficiency with PLCs and exposure to PLC programming and industrial controls (AB and Siemens preferred)

* Familiarity with mechanical disciplines and experience with machine diagnostics, repair, and automation

* Ability to read and interpret industrial mechanical and controls drawing sets and design requirements

* Exceptional communication and training skills with a strong attention to detail

* Strong desire to help others learn

Safety Expectations and

Physical Requirements:

* Ability to work while adhering to PPE requirements

* Physical ability to navigate around equipment in distribution centers, including bending, crouching, and reaching

* Comfortable navigating ladders and multi-story steel stairways

* Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds of tools/equipment

* Capable of standing and navigating on concrete surfaces for extended periods, including walking long distances

* Proficiency in utilizing small hand tools for work performed

* Adaptability to work in various temperature conditions, ranging from freezer to high temperatures, and near hot surfaces and moving equipment

Travel Expectations:

* This position requires up to 75% travel

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note:

Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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