Position Summary Rowan-Cabarrus Community College is seeking an Advanced Manufacturing Trainer with the primary focus of coordination, management, and instruction
of Okuma North America-related training. As an instructor, you will develop and deliver Okuma-focused training in the areas of electrical, mechanical, maintenance, and programming for Okuma products. This will require consistent and thorough collaboration and communication with Okuma North America to stay updated on not only training demands but also technology and specification updates. Secondary responsibilities will include support for the North Carolina Manufacturing Institute and the Manufacturing Skills Standards Council. These duties and responsibilities will all be in support of the Okuma North America partnership and their clients/customers, the support of manufacturing and logistics programs, and the employer. Instruction duties in courses such as measurement, safety, quality, processes, and maintenance are required. This position will serve alongside RCCC's Business Services Account Managers as a subject-matter expert, building relationships, developing training programs, and delivering solutions to complex business challenges. Duties and Responsibilities Lead the Okuma Machine Tool Instructor Team Support all functions as assigned to the Okuma Machine Tool Academy. Okuma Machine Tool instruction at various locations, times, and topics depending on class scheduling Maintain completed and accurate record keeping required of any continuing education class. Collaborate and partnering with all Account Managers on the Business Services Team for various industry projects. Engage in marketing and recruitment of OMTA course offerings Instruct other industry type training as necessary upon request pending the existing set instructional scheduling. Required Education/Experience Bachelors degree in field related to area of assignment and four (4) years of progressive responsibility in area of assignment; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job. Other Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of effective training and development practices and techniques, and open to staying current with state-of-the-art manufacturing technologies. Ability to communicate effectively with business and industry representatives, students, faculty, staff, and the general public on product content. Ability to work independently and effectively multi-task, including scheduling, classroom/lab instruction, and presenting to a variety of audiences, indicating (in a classroom setting and peer environment) that he/she possesses the required body of knowledge in the area of instruction being taught. Ability to practice professionalism and discretion, confidentiality as required per College, State, and Federal guidelines and laws. Ability to travel within a three-county service delivery area, and occasionally out of state, to fulfill client/partner and student needs. Ability to work flexible hours and lift heavy objects, such as machine parts, as machine parts, as needed to maintain equipment, perform classroom demonstrations, etc. Apply Now
