Master's degree from an accredited college or university.
Ability to speak, read, and write Spanish at a proficient level.
Five years or more experience as an active Lean Practitioner in a manufacturing environment.
Familiarity with lean manufacturing or Six Sigma principles.
Certified Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt.
Familiarity with advanced manufacturing automation, robotics and industry 4.0.
Physical Requirements:
Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
Ability to regularly use computer/keyboard.
Ability to support training delivery for up to 8-10 hours/day.
Ability to work in adverse weather conditions during construction.
Physical conditioning consists with movement of training equipment, wearing personal protective equipment during instruction as needed, designing, developing, and deploying curriculum for classroom and online training delivery up to 50 lbs.
Ability to travel independently to other and/or remote locations by driving.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Excellent facilitation, communication, and presentation skills necessary to interact with students, business and community leaders.
Proficient use of the principles and methods for instructing and training individuals and groups of various sizes.
Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
Strong focus on customer service and student success.
Ability to multitask, work independently, collaborate with a team and work cooperatively with others.
Ability to present course material using a wide variety of media and technology.
Working knowledge of essential office software and instructional programs (Windows and macOS), Office Suites (Microsoft Office, G Suite), presentation software (PowerPoint, Keynote, Zoom).
Equipment:
Standard office equipment: computer, keyboard, multifunctional printer, telephone.
Training equipment.
Personal protective equipment as needed.
Notifications:
This position is security sensitive.
This position may require work beyond normal office hours and/or work on weekends.
This position requires compliance with state and federal laws/codes and Texas A&M University System/TEEX regulations and procedures.
All tasks and job responsibilities must be performed safely without injury to self or others in compliance with System and Agency safety requirements.
As part of TEEX's mission of providing training,
Benefits
Remote work options
Additional Information
Job Title
Manufacturing Assistance Instructor I
Agency
Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service
Department
Business and Cyber Solutions
Proposed Minimum Salary
$5,833.34 monthly
Job Location
Brownsville, Texas
Job Type
Staff
Job Description
Manufacturing Assistance Instructor I
$5,833.34 per month
1 Full-Time Position
Brownsville, Texas
The Manufacturing Assistance Instructor coordinates, prepares, and delivers Lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies training, Leadership Essentials and Maintenance Training for the RAMI/TRAIN project in Brownsville and the COAST project in Corpus Christi. This position focuses on delivering practical instruction on waste reduction, process efficiency, and operational excellence using tools such as Kaizen, 5S, and Six Sigma concepts. Manufacturing Assistance Instructor trains a broad audience including technicians, managers and executives in a variety of manufacturing, commercial, and government organizations through courses which focus on strategies and techniques to assist companies and organizations to improve their performance. The Manufacturing Assistance Instructor will use their knowledge of adult learning theories and learning styles to maximize learner success and ensure overall effectiveness of the course instruction. The Manufacturing Assistance Instructor uses a variety of media to present course materials and is responsible for assisting in curriculum development projects to maintain course relevance and support customer needs. Assists in scheduling training deliveries, coordinates participant registration and logistics, compiles data, and ensures quality control measures are met. This position will be responsible for establishing and maintaining excellent relationships with customers and internal support personnel.
This position is located in Brownsville, Texas and reports to the Project Manager - TRAIN Project.
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in engineering, manufacturing, or applicable field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Five years of hands-on lean manufacturing experience.
One year of experience in adult education and/or training of lean manufacturing tools.
Equivalency: Will consider an Associate's Degree with seven years of hands-on lean manufacturing experience OR a High School Diploma/GED with nine years of hands-on lean manufacturing experience.
Required Licenses/Certifications:
Must have a valid motor vehicle operator's license or ability to obtain within 30 days of employment.
Tamus · Brownsville, TX