General Technician Trainer

Role details

Job Description: ITW (Illinois Tool Works Inc.) is a Fortune 300 company and is one of the world’s leading diversified manufacturers of specialized industrial equipment, automotive components, consumables, and related service businesses. ITW businesses serve local customers and markets around the globe, with operations in 55 countries and an employee base of more than 43,000 women and men who adhere to the highest ethical standards. These talented individuals, many of whom have specialized engineering or scientific expertise, contribute to our global leadership in innovation. We are proud of our broad portfolio of more than 17,000 granted and pending patents.

Division Description: ITW Deltar Fasteners serves all the major OEMs and their tier suppliers with plastic fasteners totaling approximately $280M in revenues. Units include: Frankfort, IL; Chippewa Falls, WI and our Commercial Sales and Engineering in Troy, MI. The division drives profitability by leveraging its innovative solutions and application engineering. In addition to ITW’s industry leading research and development capabilities, ITW Deltar Fasteners enhance our customers’ competitive advantage by: Maintaining advanced engineering and manufacturing facilities in NA. Exchanging product, process and benchmarking information with sister units worldwide.

Continually improving processes, material and designs to ensure every product exceeds customer specifications while providing unparalleled value.

Position Summary

The General Technician Trainer reports to the Production Supervisor. The major ara of responsibility is overseeing facility wide instruction including developing, maintaining, and training curriculum. This role has an emphasis on training new General Technicians - how to perform the tasks by maintaining production, safety, and quality demands.

Primary Responsibilities: Train all new employees on: Understanding and obeying all safety protocols, housekeeping standards, and environmental policies Basic computer navigation skills Teach New Hire General Technicians core job responsibilities including: Operate 14-16 injection molding machines for production cell – walking/standing/squatting – 98% required Operate assembly and auxiliary equipment Inspect product as per work instructions including Visual and gage checks SPC measurements Extraction testing Label and package product in compliance with work instructions and customer requirements Other tasks and duties as assigned, may include ladder climbing – 5% required Use multiple training techniques including repetition to ensure employee retains learned knowledge to make high quality parts safely Audit manufacturing processes and employees and provide feedback to ensure standards are consistently met Monitor and follow up on employee development.

Identify and address opportunities for improvement. Communicate to leadership as appropriate. Develop and maintain training curriculum, job aids and competency checklists to improve the training program overtime as needed Understand and apply our quality process Coordinate training opportunities with off-site courses and on-site guest trainers Develop and train the business on topics such as: New program roll outs Leadership development Safety training Advanced skills training Position Skills and Experience Requirements: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. High school diploma or equivalent required. Experience in Adult Learning a plus.

Ability to present information in multiple ways, to meet the needs of individual learners Basic computer knowledge including Word, PowerPoint, Excel Ability to read and understand written procedures and instructions Demonstrated organizational skills with strong attention to detail Strong communications skills both verbal and written Knowledge of quality control and quality assurance Ability to lift up to 55 lbs. Compensation Information: $25-$30 per hour We offer a comprehensive benefits program that includes health, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, and a 401(k) retirement plan with company match. ITW is an equal opportunity employer.

We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential. As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.