Mechanical Apprentice Program Instructor

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As a Mechanical Apprentice Program Instructor, you will be responsible for instructing, mentoring, and developing apprentices in industrial mechanical systems ensuring the acquisition of technical knowledge, hands-on skills, and safe work practices required for success in a manufacturing environment. This role provides structured classroom and on-the-job training, delivering comprehensive instruction in mechanical systems, tools, equipment operation, and troubleshooting.

As a key contributor to workforce development, you will guide apprentices through practical learning experiences, evaluate technical competency, and reinforce safety, quality, and industry standards. You will have the opportunity to play a vital role in building a highly skilled workforce by fostering professional growth, promoting technical excellence, and instilling a strong commitment to safety and continuous improvement.

Schedule:
Monday
- Thursday 7am - 4pm & Friday 7am - 1pm

City: Lexington (US) North Carolina Contract Type: Full-time Job-Code: 7038 Department:Other Technical / Production

JOB FUNCTIONS: Job functions include but are not limited to the following.

• Embody EGGER Core Values:
  Quality, Respect and Progress.
• Deliver technical training in industrial mechanical systems to apprentices.
• Provide hands-on instruction in troubleshooting, installation, maintenance, and repair.
• Link classroom instruction to real-world manufacturing operations.
• Conduct practical demonstrations and supervised field training.
• Ensure company safety standards and safe work practices are followed.
• Coach and mentor apprentices to support skill development and performance.
• Evaluate apprentice progress through assessments and observation.
• Maintain training records and competency documentation.
• Support apprentice recruitment and serve as liaison with educational partners.
• Maintain the condition and cleanliness of the training facility and equipment to a high standard.
• Perform additional duties and attend training as required.

SCHEDULE DEMANDS

• General schedule is an 8.5-hour Monday
  - Thursday, 6-hour Friday assignment, however, employee must be willing to work alternate schedules occasionally; that may include early mornings, nights, and/or weekends and be punctual while doing so.
• Occasional overnight travel to include flying, driving, riding or by rail.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Sitting or standing for extended periods of time up to 8-hours.
• Lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs.
• Reading computer screen or other electronic devices.
• Use of various office hand and electrical tools or equipment.
• Working in high and low temperature environments, both indoors and outdoors.
• Working in a noisy environment with fumes and odors.

BACKGROUND / EXPERIENCE

• Experience in a training environment preferred.
• Practical experience as a Maintenance Technician preferred.
• Proficiency in machining, milling, welding, or fabrication.
• Experience with Power transmission systems, Hydraulics and Pneumatics preferred.
• Experience with gearboxes, couplings, belts, chains and bearings.
• Competent use of Microsoft Products (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• On-the-job training (OJT) facilitation.
• Hands-on technical instruction and training delivery.
• Experience with Industrial pumps, compressors, and fluid systems.
• Experience with Conveyor systems and material handling equipment.
• Experience with Industrial mechanical systems troubleshooting and repair.

SKILLS, EDUCATION, LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS

• Four-year degree preferred or compensatory closely related work experience required.
• Leadership skills, including the ability to mentor and coach others.
• Strong work ethic, including dependability, accountability and follow-through.
• Precision Measurement and Alignment Techniques.
• Ability to work independently and integrate seamlessly with multiple teams.
• Welding fundamentals and metalworking techniques.
• Preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance practices.
• Mechanical schematic and blueprint interpretation.
• Strong technical communication skills.
• Time management.
• Interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written.
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