Piper Aircraft
Production Trainer
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Piper Aircraft
Position Summary Assists the training Supervisor and Manager in the consistent one on one training of team members in area specific skills required. Lead, motivate and train team members in the efficient and effective completion of team duties within the Piper quality system and process specifications. Support training schedules to ensure a timely and efficient output of quality product. Resolve conflict as needed and follow policies and procedures as deemed appropriate for each situation. Promote and foster teamwork throughout the organization.
Essential Job Functions
Lead, motivate, and train team members to work with/from and follow: quality system and process specifications, work orders, travelers, station paperwork, blueprints, rework/rejection tags, schedules, Aircraft Production Orders, schematics, layout & modifications sheets, engineering orders, Piper Process Spec (PPS), Piper Material Spec (PMS), Operational Methods Sheets, Material Review Board and verbal/written instruction.
Assist in the development of new hire team members and coach them throughout the training program to learn the knowledge, skills and values needed to succeed in future roles.
Provide high quality instruction to team members in classroom, laboratory and manufacturing floor settings to enhance their knowledge, skills and performance.
Conduct or coordinate training and cross training of team members to attain acceptable levels of performance.
Assist supervisor with training team members in need of skill remediation and enhancement.
Provide regular and consistent performance assessments on training level team members using daily and weekly evaluation documents.
Monitor the schedule and workflow of team member training responsibilities.
Working knowledge of fabrication, aircraft assembly and aircraft completion skills sets.
Coordinate daily goals and activities.
Maintain compliance with Piper QAM/QIM and FAA ACSEP elements.
Assists other team members to achieve a high level of quality and productivity.
Act as liaison between all disciplines, i.e., IPT, QA, PC, and Engineering, to resolve problems.
Interface with all departments regarding parts, materials, and quality to avoid or expedite shortages on the line.
Work within the company electronic data systems when required.
Coordinate installations or assemblies outside the department as required to work squawks.
Analyze, evaluate, and recommend resources necessary to accomplish present and future tasks and objectives.
Promote housekeeping chores throughout department to keep a presentable appearance of the Company.
Support safety programs and promote safety equipment usage, ensuring compliance of all safety policies.
Foster two‑way communication.
Present in‑person and online training sessions as needed.
Perform other related duties as required.
Leadership Responsibilities
Serves as lead with the ability to guide and willingness to receive and share practical knowledge, train, cross‑train and mentor team members to perform necessary job functions and requirements in order to attain satisfactory levels of performance and production effectivity.
Career Path Minimum Position Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
High school diploma or equivalent
Related Experience Requirements: Sheet Metal Structural Assembler, Mechanic or equivalent: ≥ 5 years
Demonstrated experience training new team members
Basic to advanced ability of Office computer programs
Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
Ability to work scheduled shift and hours, including overtime
Ability to work with minimal supervision
Strong emphasis on the proper use of all associated hand and power tools required to complete all sheet metal assembly functions and processes
Follow all safety procedures
Ability to demonstrate sound judgement and effective communication skills (written and verbal).
Physical Demands
Demonstrates physical and functional ability to perform full anatomical range of motion to accomplish tasks. Evidence of visual and aural acuity and finger and hand dexterity to operate job specific equipment. Can withstand long periods of sitting, standing and/or constant walking. Ability to lift and carry up to 35 lbs. Other physical requirements include the ability to bend, kneel, crouch, twist, balance and reach above, out, and below.
Mental Demands
Ability to foster collaborative relationships, to work well under pressure, to organize and synthesize new information, and prioritize tasks. Possesses critical thinking, analytical skills and flexibility. Ability to multi‑task. Required detailed attention to work in an environment where interruptions need to be controlled. Demonstrates sensitivity to customer needs and expectations.
Working Conditions
Environmental Demands and Exposure to Hazards: Works primarily inside and may occasionally work outdoors. May be exposed to odors, chemical agents, dust, fumes, gases, sharp objects, hazardous or moving equipment, wet slippery floors, and extremes in temperature and humidity.
Interacts regularly with various staff and employees, and occasionally with vendors, suppliers, community members and regulatory agency representatives.
Operational Excellence
Supports all operational excellence initiatives ensuring full participation in all department services, continuous improvement efforts, and training programs.
Quality Assurance
Maintains a safe, orderly working environment including FOD compliance
Ensures that Piper Aircraft, Inc. corporate compliance policies are adhered to
Adheres to organization and department policies and procedures.
Compliance
Responsible for ensuring compliance with laws, rules and regulations appropriate to job function.
Comply with all organizational policies and standards regarding ethical business practices.
Work ethically and with integrity; upholds organizational values.
Maintains compliance with company safety policies and procedures, OSHA, and EPA regulations including Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), behaviors, physical space and hazardous waste disposal procedures.
Communicates Effectively
Delivering timely communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different information exchanges related to functional tasks, workplace initiatives, requirements, and cross functional interactions.
Decision Quality
Makes good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving on‑time with deliverables
Knows and contributes the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement.
Attention to Detail
Takes responsibility for a thorough, accurate, and detailed method of completing work tasks
American with Disability Act Requirements External and Internal applicants, as well as position incumbents, must be able to perform the essential position responsibilities as listed in this position description either aided or unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation to be determined by the organization on a case‑by‑case basis.
All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and ability deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Work beyond 40 hours per week including mandatory overtime may be required.
Piper Aircraft is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.
At this time, Piper Aircraft is not sponsoring employees seeking an immigrant visa (green card) or non‑immigrant visa, such as L‑1A, L‑1B, H‑1B, O‑1, or TN visas. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.
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Position Summary Assists the training Supervisor and Manager in the consistent one on one training of team members in area specific skills required. Lead, motivate and train team members in the efficient and effective completion of team duties within the Piper quality system and process specifications. Support training schedules to ensure a timely and efficient output of quality product. Resolve conflict as needed and follow policies and procedures as deemed appropriate for each situation. Promote and foster teamwork throughout the organization.
Essential Job Functions
Lead, motivate, and train team members to work with/from and follow: quality system and process specifications, work orders, travelers, station paperwork, blueprints, rework/rejection tags, schedules, Aircraft Production Orders, schematics, layout & modifications sheets, engineering orders, Piper Process Spec (PPS), Piper Material Spec (PMS), Operational Methods Sheets, Material Review Board and verbal/written instruction.
Assist in the development of new hire team members and coach them throughout the training program to learn the knowledge, skills and values needed to succeed in future roles.
Provide high quality instruction to team members in classroom, laboratory and manufacturing floor settings to enhance their knowledge, skills and performance.
Conduct or coordinate training and cross training of team members to attain acceptable levels of performance.
Assist supervisor with training team members in need of skill remediation and enhancement.
Provide regular and consistent performance assessments on training level team members using daily and weekly evaluation documents.
Monitor the schedule and workflow of team member training responsibilities.
Working knowledge of fabrication, aircraft assembly and aircraft completion skills sets.
Coordinate daily goals and activities.
Maintain compliance with Piper QAM/QIM and FAA ACSEP elements.
Assists other team members to achieve a high level of quality and productivity.
Act as liaison between all disciplines, i.e., IPT, QA, PC, and Engineering, to resolve problems.
Interface with all departments regarding parts, materials, and quality to avoid or expedite shortages on the line.
Work within the company electronic data systems when required.
Coordinate installations or assemblies outside the department as required to work squawks.
Analyze, evaluate, and recommend resources necessary to accomplish present and future tasks and objectives.
Promote housekeeping chores throughout department to keep a presentable appearance of the Company.
Support safety programs and promote safety equipment usage, ensuring compliance of all safety policies.
Foster two‑way communication.
Present in‑person and online training sessions as needed.
Perform other related duties as required.
Leadership Responsibilities
Serves as lead with the ability to guide and willingness to receive and share practical knowledge, train, cross‑train and mentor team members to perform necessary job functions and requirements in order to attain satisfactory levels of performance and production effectivity.
Career Path Minimum Position Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
High school diploma or equivalent
Related Experience Requirements: Sheet Metal Structural Assembler, Mechanic or equivalent: ≥ 5 years
Demonstrated experience training new team members
Basic to advanced ability of Office computer programs
Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
Ability to work scheduled shift and hours, including overtime
Ability to work with minimal supervision
Strong emphasis on the proper use of all associated hand and power tools required to complete all sheet metal assembly functions and processes
Follow all safety procedures
Ability to demonstrate sound judgement and effective communication skills (written and verbal).
Physical Demands
Demonstrates physical and functional ability to perform full anatomical range of motion to accomplish tasks. Evidence of visual and aural acuity and finger and hand dexterity to operate job specific equipment. Can withstand long periods of sitting, standing and/or constant walking. Ability to lift and carry up to 35 lbs. Other physical requirements include the ability to bend, kneel, crouch, twist, balance and reach above, out, and below.
Mental Demands
Ability to foster collaborative relationships, to work well under pressure, to organize and synthesize new information, and prioritize tasks. Possesses critical thinking, analytical skills and flexibility. Ability to multi‑task. Required detailed attention to work in an environment where interruptions need to be controlled. Demonstrates sensitivity to customer needs and expectations.
Working Conditions
Environmental Demands and Exposure to Hazards: Works primarily inside and may occasionally work outdoors. May be exposed to odors, chemical agents, dust, fumes, gases, sharp objects, hazardous or moving equipment, wet slippery floors, and extremes in temperature and humidity.
Interacts regularly with various staff and employees, and occasionally with vendors, suppliers, community members and regulatory agency representatives.
Operational Excellence
Supports all operational excellence initiatives ensuring full participation in all department services, continuous improvement efforts, and training programs.
Quality Assurance
Maintains a safe, orderly working environment including FOD compliance
Ensures that Piper Aircraft, Inc. corporate compliance policies are adhered to
Adheres to organization and department policies and procedures.
Compliance
Responsible for ensuring compliance with laws, rules and regulations appropriate to job function.
Comply with all organizational policies and standards regarding ethical business practices.
Work ethically and with integrity; upholds organizational values.
Maintains compliance with company safety policies and procedures, OSHA, and EPA regulations including Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), behaviors, physical space and hazardous waste disposal procedures.
Communicates Effectively
Delivering timely communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different information exchanges related to functional tasks, workplace initiatives, requirements, and cross functional interactions.
Decision Quality
Makes good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving on‑time with deliverables
Knows and contributes the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement.
Attention to Detail
Takes responsibility for a thorough, accurate, and detailed method of completing work tasks
American with Disability Act Requirements External and Internal applicants, as well as position incumbents, must be able to perform the essential position responsibilities as listed in this position description either aided or unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation to be determined by the organization on a case‑by‑case basis.
All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and ability deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Work beyond 40 hours per week including mandatory overtime may be required.
Piper Aircraft is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.
At this time, Piper Aircraft is not sponsoring employees seeking an immigrant visa (green card) or non‑immigrant visa, such as L‑1A, L‑1B, H‑1B, O‑1, or TN visas. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.
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