What are the responsibilities and job description for the Trainer, Automation & Maintenance Open Education position at WSU Tech?
At WSU Tech, we are dedicated to promoting quality higher education and leadership in workforce training that supports economic development for a global economy. Our experienced faculty and staff are committed to helping students achieve their goals by providing hands-on experience, state-of-the-art facilities, and individualized support and guidance. We operate in a values-based culture and strive towards our behaviors in everything we do.
Overview / Job Summary:
The Trainer, Automation & Maintenance position develops and delivers industry-specific training in automation and advanced manufacturing. This role partners with industry leaders, internal staff, and consultants to ensure training programs are innovative, effective, and aligned with workforce needs.
Your day-to-day responsibilities will vary, but are not limited to:
- Build and maintain strong partnerships with industry, vendors, and support organizations to design and deliver automation training programs.
- Collaborate with WSU Tech leadership and faculty to create curricula, coordinate delivery across multiple formats, and integrate emerging technologies.
- Oversee program operations, including budget management, training delivery at partner sites, and outreach to promote careers in advanced manufacturing.
- Stay current with industry trends, represent WSU Tech at events, and participate in professional development.
- Ensure compliance with organizational policies and applicable laws while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.
At WSU Tech, we are dedicated to promoting quality higher education and leadership in workforce training that supports economic development for a global economy. Our experienced faculty and staff are committed to helping students achieve their goals by providing hands-on experience, state-of-the-art facilities, and individualized support and guidance. We operate in a values-based culture and strive towards our behaviors in everything we do.
Overview / Job Summary:
The Trainer, Automation & Maintenance position develops and delivers industry-specific training in automation and advanced manufacturing. This role partners with industry leaders, internal staff, and consultants to ensure training programs are innovative, effective, and aligned with workforce needs.
Your day-to-day responsibilities will vary, but are not limited to:
- Build and maintain strong partnerships with industry, vendors, and support organizations to design and deliver automation training programs.
- Collaborate with WSU Tech leadership and faculty to create curricula, coordinate delivery across multiple formats, and integrate emerging technologies.
- Oversee program operations, including budget management, training delivery at partner sites, and outreach to promote careers in advanced manufacturing.
- Stay current with industry trends, represent WSU Tech at events, and participate in professional development.
- Ensure compliance with organizational policies and applicable laws while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.
Education:
- Associate's degree required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
Preferred Experience & Skills:
- At least 8 years of experience in automated manufacturing environments, with preference for corporate training or teaching experience.
- Strong project management, communication, and organizational skills with the ability to work independently.
- Effective communicator with strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.
- Professional, collaborative, and adaptable to changing industry and organizational needs.
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WSU Tech is committed to inclusive and equitable practices to create an environment and culture where students and employees thrive. We acknowledge that through valuing diverse identities, experiences, talents, and gifts, we excel by fulfilling our mission to create a talent pipeline, establish workforce equity, and improve economic prosperity for our community. WSU Tech is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
