WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Ensures station specific trainers are training employees on station specific safety, quality and efficiency needs in accordance with Standard Work Sheets and Standard Work Element Sheets.

• Monitors the OJT process and trainer performance, provides ongoing OJT for trainers, and provides feedback and suggestions for improvement to Managers, Supervisors, Team Leads and Trainers.

• Interacts with employees to gauge performance levels and skill retention.

• Audits station training records to compare results.

• Monitors employee’s skills and records employee skill data in training matrices.

• Provides reports on station training health.

• Interfaces with Onboarding staff about specific needs and focus for each station/new employee.

• Participates in the evaluation of new employee in terms of placement (cognitive, aptitude, physical and technical

• skills)

• Assists with engaging new employees and welcoming them into the Great Dane Organization.

• Helps in the management of conflict and interpersonal problems.

• Serves as a sounding board for new employees.

• Ensures appropriate training quality standards are applied throughout processes.

• Other duties as assigned.

YOUR SKILLS AND ABILITIES (REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS)

• Education: High School Diploma, College preferred.

• Experience: 1-3+ years of relevant work experience of equivalent combination of education and training

• Skills:

• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, Word, and Outlook.

• Data collection and entry.

• Attentive to detail and consistency.

• Maintain records.

• Ability to interact with Great Dane personnel.

• Knowledge of Standard Work Sheets and Standard Work Element Sheets

• Overall Plant knowledge

• Knowledge of Safety and Quality standards

• Communication skills

• Ability to provide OJT.

• Travel: Minimal

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Physical demands: May be exposed to possible shop hazards including noise, heavy machinery and shop traffic. Frequently sit collecting data and operating a computer. Fast, changing environment with minimal direction. Frequent communication/direction from Manager, Operations Manager, Onboarding Leader, Supervisors, Team Leaders, Trainers, and new employees.

• Work environment: Spend 90% time in manufacturing environment and 10% of time in an office environment.

ABOUT GREAT DANE

With a history dating back to 1900, Great Dane has established itself as a transportation solutions leader of today – delivering innovative products and exceptional services that help our customers and employees succeed. We not only engineer durable and high-quality trailers and truck bodies; we foster relationships that last a lifetime.

WHY WORK FOR US?

Great Dane is a leading manufacturer of dry-freight vans, refrigerated trailers, and flatbeds with 10 manufacturing facilities and 20 service centers throughout the United States. With a legacy like ours comes a dedication to the hard-working individuals that make Great Dane what it is today. Our jobs are waiting to be filled by driven, challenge-focused & enthusiastic people like you.

Our culture is comprised of “Champions” and offers a rewarding workplace rooted in core values of safety, leadership, integrity, quality, and passion. Every employee has opportunities to learn, to grow, to succeed and to be engaged in a collaborative environment.

BENEFITS OVERVIEW

• Competitive compensation

• Benefits, including but not limited to dental, vision, and medical with employer contributions

• Retirement programs, including a Pension Plan and 401(k) Plan with employer match

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Paid holidays and vacation

• And more!

Great Dane is an Equal Opportunity Employer