Operational Excellence Trainer
Panasonic
- De Soto, KS
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Demonstrates proficiency in equipment and system maintenance as required.
- Conducts safety training sessions, imparting best practices, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
- Assist in the facilitation of our high-performance culture trainings and employee orientation to discuss and provide training on the embodiment of our servant leadership in, out, and throughout the organization.
- Serves as a role model, guiding others to adhere to SOPs correctly and effectively by displaying sensitivity to others, considering diverse learning styles and backgrounds.
- Provides constructive feedback to employees, fostering continuous improvement and skill development, including coaching on the process of the Panasonic Energies production system.
- Conducts hands-on training sessions to reinforce theoretical knowledge with practical skills.
- Trains employees on efficient work methods and imparts continuous improvement techniques.
- Collaborates effectively with individuals at all levels within the organization to achieve training goals and address challenges.
- Designs and leads advanced training programs for production staff, emphasizing specialized skills, leadership development, and continuous improvement methodologies.
- Provides strategic direction for the overall training framework, aligning it with organizational goals.
- Issuing the certification process for all Panasonic Energy production personnel and keeping accountability of all certification timelines and expiration dates to ensure proper recertification processes if necessary.
- In-depth learning and educating on A3 problem solving eight step method within each department.
- Collaborates with subject matter experts and stakeholders to develop comprehensive and advanced training curriculum.
- Integrates industry best practices and emerging trends into training content.
- Develops and implements robust assessment methods to evaluate the effectiveness of training programs.
- Analyzes training outcomes and recommends improvements based on performance data.
- Offers mentorship and coaching to different departmental employees, fostering a culture of continuous learning and development within the training team.
- Facilitates skill-building sessions for trainers to enhance their training delivery capabilities.
- Leads initiatives to continuously improve manufacturing processes through innovative training methods and techniques.
- Collaborates seamlessly with cross-functional teams, including operations, HR, and safety, ensuring training programs align with overarching organizational objectives.
- Creates comprehensive training materials and documentation for job instruction processes.
- Basic/Required: Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g. Human Resources, Training and Development) or equivalent work experience.
- Possesses over 5 years of extensive experience as a trainer, preferably within a dynamic manufacturing environment.
- Demonstrates a profound understanding of advanced manufacturing processes, leadership principles, and continuous improvement methodologies.
- Exhibits strong strategic thinking skills, aligning training initiatives seamlessly with organizational goals.
- Showcases excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
- Adaptable to evolving technologies and dynamic manufacturing processes.
- Possesses a robust understanding of operational processes and safety regulations.
- Demonstrates excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Works collaboratively in a team-oriented environment, contributing to a positive and productive work atmosphere.
- Proficient in the Microsoft Office Suite, encompassing Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, and Word
- Demonstrates excellent evaluative assessment and training skills, ensuring the effectiveness of training initiatives.
- Exhibits exceptional verbal and written communication skills, fostering clear and concise information dissemination.
- Capable of making safe, business-minded, and conscientious decisions in the absence of a supervisor or manager when issues arise.
- Brings valuable experience in Job Instruction, showcasing the ability to effectively convey standardized training methods.
- Holds a proven track record in Job Safety, highlighting a commitment to fostering a safe and secure work environment.
- Acquired expertise in Training Within Industry, contributing to a comprehensive understanding of job instruction, job safety, and job methods.
- Exhibits a deep understanding of training methodologies, showcasing demonstrated expertise.
- Develop and train Kaizen continuous improvement events.
- Hoshin planning and implementation from the ground up, demonstrating the ability to develop and execute strategic plans with a bottom-up approach.
- Training Within Industry TWI certification for Train the Trainer specializing in Job Safety and Job Methods, showcasing proficiency in safety protocols and efficient work methods.
- Training Within Industry TWI Certificate in Job Instruction, highlighting the ability to design and deliver effective training programs.
- Certification in Kaizen Breakthrough Experience, showcasing advanced knowledge and application of continuous improvement methodologies.
- Six Sigma certification, validating proficiency in data-driven problem-solving and process improvement.
- Lean Factory certification, attesting to expertise in streamlining manufacturing processes for increased efficiency and reduced waste.
- Sit: 40%
- Walk: 30%
- Stand: 20%
- Lift: 10%
- Up to 10 lbs.: Occasional
- Up to 20 lbs.: Occasional
- Up to 35 lbs.: Occasional
- Team-lift only (over 35 lbs.): Not Required