Plug Power, Inc Hiring for Production Trainer – T&V at Latham, NY  Full Time

Production Trainer

Status: Non-Exempt (hourly)

Department: Manufacturing

Position Summary:

This position will report to the Training Supervisor and be responsible for training activities across multiple production areas. The ideal candidate will partner with the Production Leadership and other stakeholders within the organization such as Human Resources, EHS, Quality, and Engineering for the development of training programs to meet their departmental and corporate objectives. They will Plan, lead, implement, develop, and coordinate Training initiatives and ensure that all training programs and prescribed QMS standards are audited for adherence in preparation for ISO.

Core Duties and Responsibilities

• Trains production employees on the safe and effective use of manufacturing machinery or related equipment.
• Lead the plant in achieving a sustainable safety culture through effective implementation of the plant’s safety processes and initiatives.
• Demonstrates equipment configuration and operation and explains basic troubleshooting procedures.
• Monitors the work of newly trained employees and provides retraining as needed.
• Ensures adequate record-keeping and report filing for compliance on all training records.
• May demonstrate the appropriate use of personal protection equipment.
• May provide leadership, coaching, and/or mentoring to a subordinate group.
• Handles moderately complex issues and problems and refers more complex issues to higher-level staff.
• Work with business unit, plant floor, and leadership teams to identify and implement safety and health improvement opportunities based on employee feedback, observations, best practices, and data trends.
• Serves as an active member of the Plant Safety team, partnering with other leaders to discuss and resolve non-routine issues and challenges.
• Performs work under general supervision.
• Flexibility on schedule to train employees on all shifts.
• Generate and send Training reports as needed (Audits, Monthly, Action Plans, etc.)
• Perform other duties and responsibilities that may be assigned from time-to-time

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent; Associates degree preferred
• 1 – 5+ years of manufacturing industry experience; preferably within a technology product manufacturing facility
• 1+ years of direct training experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment
• Superior interpersonal skills and communication abilities
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Demonstrated proficiency with project management and team leadership
• Role model for high standards of professionalism
• Results-oriented and driven work style
• Excellent task-oriented follow-through

Plug Power, Inc. is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Estimated Base Salary Range:

$22.12 – $31.68
“Plug Power Inc. prides itself on being an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer. Neither the Company, nor any of its representatives, will discriminate against an applicant for employment or an employee because of race, creed, color, religion, sex, sexual
orientation, gender identity, transgender status, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, marital or familial status, domestic violence victim status, military or veteran status, known relationship or association with any member of a protected class, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. ”