Technical Trainer, CNC Machining (Starship Components)

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Create course materials using educational tools: PowerPoint, student handouts, exams, study materials, and instructor-led student assessments focused on CNC machining
• Own, create, and edit training Engineering Masters (EMs) for relevant machining training courses
• Partner directly with subject matter experts to design and develop engaging content for a variety of audiences and delivery modes (online, classroom, and shop floor) with clear strategies and tactics to achieve desired learning outcomes, including but not limited to: Okuma operation and programming, general mill-turn operation, CNC setup, tool selection, and machining safety
• Lead training modules (On the Job and self-paced) for Production & Engineering teams on Okuma mill-turns, mills, and lathes
• Assess and evaluate student performance through practical tests on CNC and conventional equipment, machining projects, and written exams
• Organize, schedule, and manage enrollments, attendance, and student performance
• Develop process specifications and research new machining technologies and techniques for Okuma CNC systems
• Perform special assignments (e.g. leading machine setup improvements or process modifications in the shop)
• Engage Production Management, Engineering, Quality and other subject matter experts to gather feedback and implement process improvements for future training modules
• Coordinate with third party vendors for specialized Okuma resources and instruction when needed
• BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 1+ years of experience as a technical/on-the-job trainer, conducting hands-on, instructor-led machining or CNC courses
• PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
• Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing, mechanical engineering, industrial education, or related field
• 5+ years of hands-on experience in a machine shop environment
• 5+ years of experience creating training materials and delivering technical training programs
• Strong knowledge of Okuma mill-turns, mills, and lathes
• Experience programming and operating Okuma CNC systems (G-code, M-code, tool offsets, work coordinate systems)