Senior Manager - Site Training

Date Posted:

2024-06-13

Country:

United States of America

Location:

PW715: Asheville Site W Asheville Greenfield Site TBD , Asheville, NC, 28803 USA

Position Role Type:

Unspecified

Pratt & Whitney is working to once again transform the future of flight—designing, building and  servicing engines unlike any the world has ever seen. And because transformation begins from  within, we’re seeking the people to drive it. So, calling all curious. 

Come ready to explore and you’ll find a place where your talent takes flight—beyond the borders of title, a country or your comfort zone. Bring your passion and commitment and we’ll welcome you 
into a tight-knit team that takes our mission personally. Channel your drive to make a difference into  shaping an organization and an industry that’s evolving fast to the future.

Innovation through diversity of thought. At Pratt & Whitney, we believe diversity of thought enables creativity, innovation, and a foundation for inclusion. By fostering an inclusive culture, we accept a shared accountability and responsibility to recognize, sponsor, coach, hire and promote talent equally. We welcome our employees to be their whole - best - selves at work because trust, respect and integrity, are a part of our DNA.

At Pratt & Whitney, the difference you make is on display every day. Just look up. Are you ready to go beyond?

What you will do:
The Senior Manager – Site Training will serve as the subject matter expert for the creation and delivery of On-The-Job manufacturing technical training for the Machining & Quality competencies throughout the Asheville facility.  This position will partner with business leaders to assess current and future training needs and institute training plans for new and existing employees to ensure a world class workforce.
 

• Develop and maintain standardized technical curriculum for employees at the Pratt & Whitney Asheville site. Partner with key stakeholders on the Engineering, Quality Assurance and Operations teams to develop, maintain and deploy training.
• Implement a Learning Management System for various departments on site
• Conduct assessments to determine necessary technical proficiencies and develop an effective and transferable training program for hourly employees. Facilitate and deliver technical training through various delivery methods (in person, on-line, self-directed, etc.).
• Partner with third-party vendors to deliver training on new and existing equipment, processes, and competencies. Establish standard work and best practices that can be leveraged across the business.
• Proactively and routinely inform management of training status, gaps, and options to close training gaps. Actively participate in lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives to meet Training Department objectives.
• Coordinate the Asheville on-boarding process with Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College and Pratt & Whitney Asheville Operations and Quality teams.
• Assure compliance with training documentation procedures and record maintenance requirements. Assist the Operations & Operational Excellence teams in other areas as needed.
   

Qualifications You Must Have:

• A Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience, and a minimum of 10 years prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 7 years’ experience.
• Work schedule: Onsite, and must be willing to support pre- and post-shift training, weekend, and other alternate schedules to meet organizational training needs.
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.
• Travel up to 10%.

Qualifications We Value:

• 3+ years of experience in technical training, certification as a Train-the-Trainer.
• Demonstrated knowledge of lean principles.
• Proven ability to coordinate and complete project objectives in a timely and efficient manner.
• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite, especially Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; and excellent overall technical skills.
• Advanced Blueprint interpretation and GD&T skills.
• Proven experience designing, writing technical content, and evaluating deliverables under aggressive timelines in a manufacturing setting.
• Passion for learning new equipment, ideas and systems quickly, combined with the ability to translate business requirements into employee friendly training materials.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated leadership skills.

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