ASSEMBLY OPERATOR V (TRAINER) - 2nd Shift Fairview
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TE Connectivity is seeking an Assembly Operator V Trainer for the 2nd shift Mon-Fri 3pm-11:30pm with 10% shift differential in Fairview, NC. In this SME role you will lead training, certification and advanced skill development, bridging production, quality and engineering to drive consistent work and quality. Key duties include training and certifying operators, mentoring on advanced techniques, maintaining skills matrices and training records, owning training materials and systems, and supporting quality improvements and floor leadership. Requirements: at least 2 years fiber assembly manufacturing experience, proven training and leadership capabilities, ability to document assessments and provide constructive feedback, SME mindset. Preferred: mentoring other trainers and contributing to materials and gap resolution. Compensation is $33-35 per hour plus benefits; apply via TE Careers and use official channels.
At TE, you will unleash your potential working with people from diverse backgrounds and industries to create a safer, sustainable and more connected world.
Job Overview
Operator V Trainers are subject matter experts (SMEs) responsible for leading training, certification, and advanced skill development. They drive consistency across teams and serve as a key link between production, quality, and engineering.
Shift: 2nd: Mon-Fri, 3pm-11:30pm (10% Shift Differential)
Key Responsibilities
Training, Certification & SME Leadership
• Train, coach, and certify operators on products, processes, equipment, and inspection requirements
• Provide hands-on instruction to support consistent execution of approved work instructions
• Mentor operators in advanced technical processes, troubleshooting, and quality standards
• Validate operator skill development and certify readiness using skills matrices
Training System Ownership
• Support creation, review, and improvement of training materials, standard work, and visual aids
• Document training completion, competency observations, and qualification sign-offs accurately and on time
• Provide input into skills matrices, certification criteria, and training processes
Quality & Continuous Improvement
• Promote adherence to standard work and reduce variation across operators and shifts
• Identify training gaps and partner with quality, engineering, and leadership to resolve issues
• Support troubleshooting of production and quality issues
Leadership & Floor Support
• Provide floor-level leadership and support team lead coverage as needed
• Influence team performance through coaching, feedback, and technical leadership
• Mentor other trainers and less experienced operators
What your background should look like
Minimum Qualifications – Training & Leadership Capability
• 2 years fiber assembly manufacturing experience required
• Demonstrated experience training, coaching, mentoring, and certifying operators
• Ability to explain advanced technical processes and adapt training approach
• Experience using skills matrices, certification processes, and training systems
• Ability to document training and competency assessments accurately
• Ability to provide constructive feedback across routine and complex skill development
• Ability to serve as SME for processes, equipment, and quality standards
Preferred Qualifications – Training & Leadership Capability
• Experience mentoring other trainers or serving as a technical leader
• Experience contributing to training materials, standard work, and qualification processes
• Experience resolving complex training gaps, readiness concerns, or recurring performance issues
Skills & Attributes
• Advanced communication and influencing skills
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting capability
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and training demands
• High accountability and ownership mindset
• Continuous improvement orientation
Competencies
ABOUT TE CONNECTIVITY
TE Connectivity plc (NYSE: TEL) is a global industrial technology leader creating a safer, sustainable, productive, and connected future. As a trusted innovation partner, our broad range of connectivity and sensor solutions enable the distribution of power, signal and data to advance next-generation transportation, energy networks, automated factories, data centers enabling artificial intelligence, and more.
Our more than 90,000 employees, including 10,000 engineers, work alongside customers in approximately 130 countries. In a world that is racing ahead, TE ensures that EVERY CONNECTION COUNTS. Learn more at www.te.com and on LinkedIn, Facebook, WeChat, Instagram and X (formerly Twitter).
COMPENSATION
• Competitive base salary commensurate with experience: $33 - $35 /HR (subject to change dependent on physical location)
• Posted salary ranges are made in good faith. TE Connectivity reserves the right to adjust ranges depending on the experience/qualification of the selected candidate as well as internal and external equity.
• Total Compensation = Base Salary + Incentive(s) + Benefits
BENEFITS
• A comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, 401(k), disability, life insurance, employee stock purchase plan, paid time off and voluntary benefits.
EOE, Including Disability/Vets
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