Workplace Training Coach - Fabrication

Overview

Spirit AeroSystems designs and builds aerostructures for both commercial and defense customers. With headquarters in Wichita, Kansas, Spirit operates sites in the U.S., U.K., France and Malaysia. The company's core products include fuselages, pylons, nacelles and wing components for the world's premier aircraft. Spirit AeroSystems focuses on affordable, innovative composite and aluminum manufacturing solutions to support customers around the globe.

Responsibilities

The Workplace Training Coaches will provide area specific (Fabrication) training and instruction for shop floor employees. We are growing and have opportunities for those who are already confident in their subject matter areas and those who want to make an impact on the success of our employees.

Location : Wichita, KS

• Will interface with shop personnel daily and identify remedial training needs and formulate plans of delivering training
• Maintain personnel certifications
• Provide classroom training as needed
• Work with organizations and employees on coaching activities
• Develop and lead projects
• Develop and maintain working relationships with organizations
• Conduct certification training sessions, product demonstrations, and criteria for evaluating effectiveness of training activities
• Provide Workplace Training as needed
• Collaborate with other employees of the human resources organization to assist with processes and systems to effectively attract, reward, and motivate Spirit's workforce

Qualifications

Requirements

Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in assembly and / or fabrication

Experience in ordering and managing materials

Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)

Working knowledge of a Learning Management System (LMS) for managing personal training activities

Strong communication skills with a positive attitude, patience, and adaptability

Willing to work any shift as needed

Self-motivated and able to work independently

Preferred Qualifications

13-14 years of related experience, or a Bachelor's degree with 9-10 years, or a Master's degree with 7-8 years of experience

Recognized subject matter expert with experience mentoring, training, and developing others both in-person and online

Passion for coaching employees and helping teams succeed

Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and correct process flaws

Skilled in communication, computer applications, and goal setting with constructive feedback

Experience or knowledge across multiple fabrication areas such as Sheet metal, Skin Fab, and Machine Fab

Understanding of organizational quality metrics and blueprint reading

Quick learner who thrives in both independent and fast-paced team environments

Spirit AeroSystems is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law.

Kansas Tax Credit : Join Spirit AeroSystems' Kansas team and you may be eligible for a $5,000 state of Kansas Aviation tax credit for up to five years. Click here for more information on the tax credit.