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Cessna Aircraft Company

Sr Welder - Training Lead

new orleans, LA

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Cessna Aircraft Company lists this Sr Welder - Training Lead opportunity in new orleans, Louisiana. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.

Job description

Job Description

Textron Systems is part of Textron, a $14 billion, multi-industry company employing 35,000 talented makers, thinkers, creators and doers worldwide. We make things that fly, hover, zoom and launch. Things that move people. Protect soldiers. Power industries. We serve customers in industries spanning aerospace and defense, specialized vehicles, turf care and fuel systems.

This role is in Textron System’s Sea Systems business area.

About This Role

A Sr Welder – Training Lead (Aluminum), under the direction of a Production Supervisor, leads and directs the individual’s training and development related to aluminum welding within MLS manufacturing processes and guidelines.

Responsibilities:

Conducts the aluminum welding training of new hires and transfers based upon the needs of the department to which the individual will be assigned

Adheres to MLS manufacturing requirements, quality standards and core competencies in the preparation and delivery of quality instruction

Maintain training curriculum while continually improving and developing the training program as necessary

Pace instruction and vary delivery to meet different learning styles

Provide appropriate and timely feedback to training participants

Maintains clean, effective, and professional learning environment

Maintains accurate records of attendance, progress of participants and reports the same in a timely manner to the Training Manager

Completes weld certification documentation in coordination with Quality Control and delivers completed paperwork to weld engineer

Stays current with MLS welding technology, processes, and equipment

Be able to read, interpret, and follow blueprints and welding symbols as it pertains to MLS manufacturing

Performs other job-related duties as assigned by management.

Works with Production Supervisor in the development and implementation of P.I.P. for individuals not meeting MLS quality and production standards

Education:

High school graduate or GED certificate.

Position Requirements:

Five years of related (MIG and TIG aluminum) experience.

Formal craft training with the ability to read blueprints and sketches and the ability to do shop mathematics.

Must certify through the MLS training center and demonstrate skills based on the results of the welding test

Willingness and flexibility to work extended hours as needed to accomplish the task or work with little or no prior notification.

Must be willing to work rotating shifts.

Must have excellent interpersonal, communication and organizational skills; must have demonstrated problem-solving skills

Fully proficient and comfortable with Microsoft Office Suite

Physical Demand Requirements:

Physical demands described have been validated by on-site job analysis. They are representative of the physical demands that must be met by an employee to successfully and safely perform the essential functions of this job.

Overview: Non-Climate Controlled Environment (Extreme Heat & Extreme Cold); Elevated Heights; climbing; crawling; using ladders; stairs & ramps; frequent/prolonged lifting(35 pounds single lift & 70 pounds team lift); repetitive motion of different extremities, confined spaces; tight spaces; Radiographic Activity Environment; Magnetic Wave Environment; Working with Chemicals

Postural: Must have the ability to move extremities and spine throughout a sufficient range of motion that will permit the employee to work in a variety of postures involving a range from floor to overhead level. Flexing and twisting of the trunk and other awkward postures are occasionally required.

Dexterity: Must have a good dexterity and frequently use one and two hands throughout the work period for hand tools and handling materials.

Cardiorespiratory Demand: Must have sufficient cardiorespiratory fitness to be able to perform medium work involving constant standing and walking, material handling and performing work in a hot, humid environment.

General Physical Activities: Include standing, walking, sitting, stooping, kneeling, squatting, body twisting, sense of touch, manual dexterity, speaking clearly, seeing distant/reading, reaching, hearing, depth perception, color vision, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, climbing ladders, climbing stairs and balancing.

Physical Demand Level - Medium: Must be able to perform medium physical labor as classified by the United States Department of Labor. May be required to lift up to 35 pounds for a single person lift, and up to 70 pounds team lift

How We Care

At Textron Systems, our talented people make us successful. We promote an inclusive environment where we value individuality, differences, and unique perspectives.

Our Company is committed to offering employees opportunities to grow and develop. Our benefits and compensation packages are designed to help our talented employees excel and achieve their goals, so they can make a difference every day in and outside of the workplace.

- Flexible Work Schedules

- Education Assistance

- Wellness Program (including Fitness Reimbursement)

- Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(K) with Company Funding

We are committed to hiring Military Veterans and aim to translate their skills to make an impact on our Company.

EEO Statement: Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.

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new orleans, LA, 70123, US

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