Technical Training Instructor, Watertown SD

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Technical Training Instructor

Watertown, SD

Join our team at Terex Utilities and embark on an exciting opportunity as we seek a skilled and dedicated Technical Training Specialist to contribute to the Terex team in Watertown, SD. At Terex we believe in fostering a vibrant and inclusive work culture where every person is empowered to thrive. We're dedicated to driving quality, innovation, embracing diversity, and creating an environment where everyone feels valued and respected.

We're committed to excellence in everything we do, and we're seeking talented individuals who share our passion and values to join our team.

• Assist with training of team members on topics such as but not limited to, safety, quality, product operations, lean manufacturing, and tool use.
• Support Terex Utilities Foundations training and other Terex Business Systems initiatives at Terex Utilities.
• Be responsible for advancing the Terex culture of continuous improvement as a versatile trainer of Terex Business System.
• Training programs at Terex incorporate traditional lecture, hands on labs and on shop floor applications. The instructor is expected to demonstrate proficiency in these teaching methods coupled with the use of technology to deliver standardized training materials.
• Consult with business leaders to determine training needs.
• Develop and maintain a clean, safe, and positive classroom environment that facilitates respect, active learning, group management, self-expression, cultural responsibility, adult-initiated learning, and responsive problem solving.
• Determine training schedules, coordinate equipment and materials.
• Follow a consistent schedule, providing planned experiences that include both small and large groups.
• Develop training agendas and maintain a consistent schedule.
• Evaluate training packages, including outline, instructional objectives, text, handouts, and exercises.
• Recommend modifications to meet the needs of the business and participants.
• Coordinate and/or conduct training in areas such as, continuous improvement, communications, leadership, and customer service.
• Ensure adequate supplies of training materials and learning aids.
• Monitor student feedback during training and laboratory demonstrations.
• Document personnel training information and provide updates and reports.
• Have responsibility for Train the Trainer; may write material for new training programs; review, evaluate, recommend appropriate changes and modify existing and proposed programs.
• May initiate training needs surveys and self-assessment documents to determine systematic training and development needs.
• Facilitate small and large group exercises.
• Perform other duties as assigned that support the overall objective of the position.

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 2+ years experience in a training environment; coaching, training and/or presenting materials.
• Associates Degree or Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with ability to lead presentations.
• Requires sufficient human relations skill to effectively teach adult learners in diverse groups and on an individual basis.
• Ability to simultaneously organize multiple activities, training programs.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office Software.
• Experience coaching specialized principles and practices associated with technical, production, trades, and working production positions.
• Experience leading and participating in Kaizen and 5S events.
• Experience coordinating multiple training programs, conducting training, as well as providing training needs assessment.
• Bilingual, English and Spanish, is highly desired.

Salary:
The compensation range for this position is $28/ hourly. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc.

• We offer competitive salaries, health insurance (medical, dental, vision, Rx), life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D), short-term and long-term disability, extended leave options, paid time off, company holidays, 401k matching, employee stock purchase plan, legal assistance, wellness programs, tuition…