Specialist, Trainer - Paint Shop

Here at Scout Motors were carrying forward the heritage of one of the most iconic American vehicles in history. A vehicle dating back to 1960. One that forged the path for future generations of rugged SUVs and will do so once again.

But Scout is more than just a brand its a legacy steeped in a culture of exploration caretaking and hard work.

The Scout brand is all about respect. Respect for the environment by developing electric vehicles with the capability to get you to any location. Respect for the past and the future by taking an iconic American brand that hasnt been around for a while electrifying it digitizing it and loading it with American innovation. Respect for communities by creating a company that stands for its people and its customers. And respect for both work and play with vehicles that are equally at home at a camp site a job site or on a Tuesday commute.

At Scout Motors we empower our talented inclusive and entrepreneurial teams to innovate. What makes a Scout employee Someone who is a visionary and a leader who seeks new paths and shares lessons learned. A knowledgeable doer who collaborates across the company to build better. A gogetter with unrivaled passion.

Join us at Scout Motors and be part of shaping the future of transportation. If youre ready to drive change and make history apply now!

What youll do

Become part of an iconic brand that is set to revolutionize the electric pickup truck & rugged SUV marketplace by achieving the following:

• Training of the Paint Shop Team members/Team leaders/supervisors/specialists/Technicians
• Developing training for fundamental skills needed in an automotive Paint shop environment.
• Serves as Master Trainer for Fundamental Skills basic training modules for Paint Shop.
• Developing training for process and quality improvement.
• Identifies annual training needs and training gaps in the Paint Shop and throughout organization.
• Planning and facilitation of the training qualification recording of documentation including retention of records using both the LMS and/or other tracking systems.
• Negotiate with Department management develop and announce training schedule.
• Issues certification of competence for the position for Paint shop Team Members.
• Investigate equipment requirements and develop proposal for budget planning.
• Develop Training curriculum and Introduce training data into a learning management system.
• Collect and evaluation of data analyze that data.
• Conduct performance gap analysis/problem solving to determine the root cause of defects.
• Lead teams in problem solving activities.
• Participate in CIP workshops to meet and exceed company goals and objectives.

Location & Travel Expectations:

• This role will be based out of the Scout Motors location in Columbia South Carolina.
• The responsibilities of this role requireattendance in office with inperson meetings and events regularly.
• Applicants should expect that the role will require the ability to convene with Scout colleagues in person and travel to participate in events on behalf of the companyfrom time to time.

What youll bring

We expect all Scout employees to have integrity curiosity resourcefulness and strive to exhibit a positive attitude as well as a growth mindset. Youll be comfortable with change and flexible in a fastpaced highgrowth environment. Youll take a collaborative approach to achieve ambitious goals. Heres what else youll bring:

• High school diploma Bachelors degree
• Adaptability to work outside of normal office hours
• A minimum of 4 years of experience in automotive manufacturing or automotive environment. (Paint shop)
• Extensive handson experience in all paint shop processes including sanding manual sealer applications paint quality inspection and paint repair.
• Proven ability to perform these tasks to a high standard and effectively train others in best practices techniques and process compliance
• Experience in Training of production Team members/team leaders/supervisors/specialists/technicians
• Deep knowledge of Lean Management: Six sigma Production Systems lean principles
• Documentation that verifies the following: Employment letters and training records; and manufacturing or automation experience
• Problem solving skills Production system skills 5s Coordination and communication skills

What youll gain

The benefits of joining Scout include the chance to build products and a company from the ground up. This is a chance to create something new and lasting with an iconic brand at its foundation. In addition Scout provides competitive compensation and benefits to support your physical mental and financial wellbeing. Program specifics are detailed in company policies and employee benefit guides select highlights:

• Competitive insurance including:
  • Medical dental vision and income protection plans
• 401(k) program with:
  • An employer match and immediate vesting
• Generous Paid Time Off including:
  • 20 days planned PTO as accrued
  • 40 hours of unplanned PTO and 14 company or floating holidays annually
  • Up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave for biological and adoptive parents of all genders
  • Paid leave for circumstances related to bereavement jury duty voting time or military leave

Pay Transparency

This is a fulltime exempt position eligible to receive a base salary and to participate in an annual performance bonus program. Final salary offered will be determined based on factors including but not limited to the candidates skills and experience. The annual performance bonus program is preset and not candidate dependent.

Initial base salary range $95000.00 $115000.00

Internal leveling code: IC9

Notice to applicants:

• Residing inSan Francisco:Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance Scout Motors will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
• Residing inLos Angeles:Scout Motors will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.
• Residing inNew York City:This role is not eligible for remote work in New York City.

Equal Opportunity

Scout is committed to employing a diverse workforceand is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race color religion sex national origin age sexual orientation gender identity gender expression veteran status disability pregnancyor anyother characteristicsprotected by law.Scout is committed to compliance with allapplicablefairemploymentpractice laws.If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application preemployment testing or a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process please contact