Workforce Development Partner - Future Talent

Company: Endress + Hauser
Location: Greenwood
Posted on: November 19, 2024

Job Description:

At Endress+Hauser, progress happens by working together. As the global leader in measurement instrumentation, our -17,000 employees shape the future in the field of process automation. Whether developing and realizing new technology as a team, collaborating to build instrumentation, or strengthening vital relationships with countless global industries, we work to create trusted relationships that help everyone thrive. As a family-owned company, we look beyond short-term moves and work to create a vision that is forward-thinking for our people, our clients, and the world at large.What is the role about?This Workforce Development Partner role is tasked with connecting to the future of our talent, primarily with local school (K-12) students, as well as with colleges and universities. This role's main purpose is to generate awareness and engagement in the local community for STEM, Trades, Manufacturing, and the Process Industry. The Workforce Development Partner focusing on future talent will work alongside the Director of Workforce Development as well as an additional Workforce Development Partner focused on early career talent.Which tasks will you perform?

• Serve as the primary ambassador for schools local to Endress+Hauser business operations to proactively generate excitement & enthusiasm for STEM Education and awareness of incredible futures and opportunities in the Process Automation industry.
• Create awareness and vibrant networking channels among school career counselors, STEM educators, and administrators to bring awareness of advanced manufacturing careers.
• Provide opportunities (such as the Community Career+Education Forum) for parents to learn about today's manufacturing companies and the myriad of careers within.
• Develop programs, techniques, and educational tools for age-appropriate audiences to create awareness to process industry and STEM principles using the Endress+Hauser campus, as well as school sites and events. These programs would include usage of lab equipment, hardware, software, materials for students, and would align with school standards and lessons.
• Manage the operation of the Purdue IN-MaC Innovation Studio including expenditures/budgets, usage requests, coordination of NEXUS Early Career Associate volunteers, as well as appropriate maintenance and equipment updates and upgrades.
• Foster relationships and partnerships for select colleges and universities to introduce and promote Endress+Hauser, and the industry to students, professors, and administration.
• Support Workforce Development programs such as job shadows, internships, co-ops, and apprenticeships.
• Collaborate with industry partners and community organizations to create synergy and assist one another in the similar critical mission for our companies to connect with early talent pipelines: e.g. - Rockwell Automation, Amatrol, SACA, MCAA, ISA/Automation Federation, FESTO, E+H Reps, FIRST, as well as local entities like Aspire Johnson Co. Talent groups
• Develop and implement program evaluation and analysis to track progress, measure success of the program, and implement improvements. (ex: initial attendance figures, rates of retention, and ultimate post-secondary and career choices).
• Seek sources of Federal, State, and Local grant funding related to the program and the Innovation Studio.What do we expect from you?You will have (required):
  • Bachelor's degree in Technical/Engineering/Education discipline
  • 3+ years process instrumentation and/or technical education experience
  • Desire to work with and mentor school age students (K-12)
  • Regular travel to area school systems; some air travel to regional area schoolsYou may have (preferred):
    • Background in areas such as STEM teaching, training, talent development, and/or sales
    • Experience working with college and university students and faculty
    • Prioritizes the customer (student/educator) perspective in business decisions by actively seeking to understand customer (student/educator) needs and problems, initiating solutions based on this understanding, and implementing feedback to enhance the overall experience and prevent future issues
    • Builds and maintains strong, trustworthy business relationships, leveraging long-term partnerships to achieve collective success
    • Demonstrates enthusiasm and self-motivation, taking pride in their work and channeling energy into achieving tasks with a strong sense of ownership
    • Ability to work and make informed decisions independently and on own initiativeWhat can you expect from us?
      • Family-owned, friendly, and highly committed company
      • Tuition reimbursement and a wide range of development opportunities
      • Comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental and vision
      • Competitive compensation and bonus opportunities
      • Generous paid time off
      • Life insurance and 401(k) savings with company match
      • Full-service cafe, fitness center, and health clinic (in Greenwood, IN)Endress+Hauser provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; sex; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; status as a protected veteran or spouse/family member of a protected veteran; or disability.

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