Training & Development Specialist

Job Description

Job DescriptionTraining & Development Specialist (Manufacturing Focus)

Job Summary

We are looking for a dynamic, organized, and forward-thinking Training and Development Specialist to join our HR team. In this role, you won't just be checking boxes; you will be the architect of our team’s growth. You will design hands-on training courses tailored specifically for our manufacturing workforce, map out clear career trajectories, and keep our annual training machine running like a well-oiled piece of plant machinery.

If you love bridging the gap between operational efficiency and human potential—and don't mind organizing an epic company barbecue or team-building event along the way—we want to talk to you.

Key Responsibilities1. Instructional Design & Course Creation

• Design, develop, and deliver comprehensive training programs specifically tailored for manufacturing roles (including safety, compliance, equipment operation, and quality assurance).

• Translate complex technical manuals and operational procedures into engaging, easy-to-digest training modules for floor staff.

2. Training Schedule & Needs Assessment

• Coordinate and maintain the comprehensive Annual Training Schedule, ensuring zero disruption to production shifts.

• Conduct regular skills gap analyses and development needs assessments across various departments to proactively identify training opportunities.

3. Career Pathing & Talent Development

• Collaborate with leadership to develop, launch, and coordinate structured employee career paths, helping frontline workers see a clear trajectory from entry-level to leadership.

• Provide guidance to employees and supervisors on development opportunities aligned with career goals.

4. Tracking, Metrics, and Quarterly Reviews

• Track and document all employee training records within our Learning Management System (LMS), ensuring 100% compliance with industry regulations.

• Coordinate and track the quarterly performance review process, ensuring managers complete reviews on time and translating review data into actionable training initiatives.

5. Employee Engagement & Culture

• Participate actively in planning, organizing, and executing employee engagement events (e.g., town halls, appreciation weeks, team-building activities) to foster a positive, collaborative workplace culture.

Role Overview & Success Metrics

Core Focus Area Primary Metric of Success

Manufacturing Training Reduction in onboarding ramp-up time; lower safety incident rates.

LMS & Review Tracking 100% compliance on mandatory training; 100% on-time quarterly review completion.

Career Pathing Increase in internal promotion rates and retention of key talent.

Engagement Events High employee participation and improved scores on annual engagement surveys.

Qualifications & Skills

What you bring to the factory floor and the HR office:

• Experience: 3–5 years of experience in Corporate Training, Instructional Design, or HR, ideally within a manufacturing, industrial, or logistics environment.

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Education, Business, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).

• Technical Savvy: Proficiency with Learning Management Systems (LMS), HRIS platforms, and e-learning authoring tools.

• Project Management: Stellar organizational skills with a proven track record of managing an annual calendar and tracking quarterly review cycles.

• Communication Style: Excellent public speaking and facilitation skills, with the unique ability to connect equally well with executive leadership and shift workers.

• Creativity: A knack for making compliance training interesting and turning standard company events into memorable team-building experiences.