WELD TRAINER

Company Overview

Driven by Quality Strengthened by Steel since 1962, Metal Trades - A KEEL Company is a family-owned and operated company specializing in custom and heavy steel fabrication across various sectors. Our expertise includes ship repair, barge and vessel construction, and commercial marine construction.

Description

Supports the scoping and execution of key training within Keel welding operations. Facilitate and lead manufacturing process improvements. * Develop and implement career development strategies for welders across all company welding operations. * Design and execute training programs aligned with corporate strategy, ensuring skill advancement and retention. * Drive process-focused solutions in welding and manufacturing to optimize operating and labor costs while enhancing product quality. * Support continuous improvement initiatives within welding operations and assist in recruiting top talent through internal and external efforts. * Ensure newly hired welders transition into full-time positions within four weeks of hire. * Collaborate with Plant Managers and HR to maintain accurate Cross-Training Matrices. * Mentor new employees, complete onboarding checklists, and provide initial guidance and support. * Develop and deliver training materials for various welding processes, ensuring alignment with company key performance indicators (KPIs). * Serve as a liaison with Mechanical Engineers to plan and execute manufacturing improvements. * Implement and document cost reduction and efficiency improvements each quarter. * Ensure training programs are continuously updated to meet company needs and incorporate hands-on, project-based learning methodologies. * Foster a positive and engaging learning environment, providing necessary support and tutoring. * Enforce company policies, including safety and quality standards. * Price of Entry: Upholds Safety & Quality Standards, Embodies Esprit de Corps, Conveys Integrity, Trust & Professionalism, Executes with Excellence & Velocity, and Relentless Customer Focus. * Perform additional duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Strong organizational, communication, and team-building skills. * Extensive experience in designing, developing, and implementing industrial training and education programs, with a focus on lean manufacturing and weld recruitment. * Expert knowledge of the manufacturing and welding industry, including blueprint reading and welding symbols. * Proven ability to teach, mentor, and inspire future welders while driving manufacturing improvements based on data analysis. * Hands-on proficiency in welding techniques, including MIG, TIG, STICK, FLUX, and cutting processes (OFC, Plasma, Arc Gouging). * Skilled in evaluating employee performance in both learning and hands-on applications. * Proficient in MS Office Suite, database systems, and other relevant software. * Supports and contributes to the company’s Quality Program through various operational tasks.

Requirements

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Requires an Associate’s degree from an accredited college, university, or technical school, along with 10 years of industrial and manufacturing experience (welding preferred). A combination of education and relevant experience may be considered in place of these requirements.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS N/A TRAVEL Travel may be required as needed between company facilities to support training, development, and operational initiatives.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, and walk, occasionally stoop, kneel and/or climb; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The associate must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds independently and maneuver up to 200 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT Possible exposure is frequent to moving mechanical parts, airborne particles - eye protection is required, and fumes, machine vibration, and noisy conditions, high temperatures, and occasional to a restricted space work area. All KEEL locations are tobacco free where appropriate.

EEO STATEMENT KEEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. We believe in fostering a workplace that values diversity and promotes equity and respect for all. The job requirements are subject to change to reasonably accommodate qualified disabled individuals. Management retains the right to add to, or change, the responsibilities and/or duties of this position at any time including the elimination of this position.

The employee understands that his/her job description is for operational purposes and is not intended to be an employment contract. The employment relationship remains “at-will.” I have reviewed and I understand the above Job Description and believe it to be accurate and complete, and I can successfully fulfill each duty or task. I also agree that Management retains the right to change this job description at any time.

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person