On the Job Trainer (Weekday Night)

Be yourself at Protolabs Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification.  We are an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to building a diverse team that feels they are valued in the workplace.  So do you feel you do not meet every single requirement but still intrigued? We encourage you to still apply!  You can help make our company even better.  We do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, age, mental or physical ability, or any way you represent yourself.  We strongly believe diversity makes for more successful teams.

Why Protolabs? We are the leaders in digital manufacturing. We hire doers, makers, and creative thinkers who tackle our roles with an entrepreneurial spirit. Our culture is centered around meaningful work that brings new and innovative products to market at unprecedented speeds. We are a diverse team that comes from all walks of life and take pride in our team who is smart, genuine, humble, and passionate about what we do. It’s our people who fuel our creativity and make our culture feel like home.

Join our team as a On the Job Trainer!

The On-the-Job Trainer is responsible for supporting the onboarding, training, and ongoing development of employees through hands-on instruction, coaching, and performance support. This role partners with team leads, supervisors, and cross-functional stakeholders to ensure employees are trained effectively on processes, systems, safety standards, quality expectations, and company policies. The trainer helps drive consistency, productivity, and employee confidence by delivering structured learning in a practical work environment.

Shift: M - F 2:00 PM–10:00 PM (Shift Differential +$2.40)

Work with employees (“learners”) in the subject areas to train them in manufacturing procedures and policies.

Working with technical leads and managers, create and maintain Work Instructions and other training materials as needed to support training efforts.

Use Work Instructions and other training materials to instruct students, and show students how to find relevant work instructions for their areas.

Maintain a training plan and record for students.

Work with technical leads to certify student’s skill attainment.

As needed and arranged with management, work with off-shift students to ensure training coverage. Typically, this would involve either the student or the trainer shifting work hours by one or two hours per day to provide overlaps. Given equipment scarcity and production requirements, more often than not the trainer would need to shift working hours.

Adhere to all quality and safety standards within the department.

Maintain clean and organized work area with emphasis on safety, quality, efficiency, and utilization.

Continually seek to improve work processes and individual performance.

Adhere to all company policies and operational procedures.

Perform additional tasks as assigned.

High school diploma or equivalent

2+ years in a training/teaching position in a manufacturing environment

Experience with Lean Manufacturing and Methodology

Experience with Cornerstone is a plus.

Demonstrated ability to influence and teach others in group and one on one settings

Ability to interpret and effectively communicate technical work instructions to a culturally diverse workforce.

Strong attention to detail

Excellent communication, both written and oral, and presentation skills

Ability to handle multiple priorities and complete tasks/projects in accordance with stated deadlines

Able to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented work environment

Meets the skill and physical requirements for the job area being trained

Self-motivated with strong organizational and time management skills

Patience, tolerance, and an understanding that people learn in different ways and at different rates

Able to use a computer and calculator

Able to proficiently read, write and speak in English, and do basic arithmetic

We offer amazing benefits including but not limited to:

Health Insurance: Traditional OR High Deductible plan

Flexible Spending Accounts

Health Savings Account (including employer contributions)

Dental and Vision

Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

Paid caregiver leave

You will receive at least 3 weeks of PTO + Wellness Hours + Holiday Pay + Volunteer Hours

401k with company match and immediate vest

Employee Stock Purchase Program at a discounted rate

Matching grants through Protolabs foundation

And More!

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