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Job Title: Training and Development Manager

Classification: Exempt

Department: Training and Development

Reports to: Operations Manager

Position: M-F

Position Summary:

The Training & Development Manager leads the design, implementation, and evaluation of company-wide training initiatives to ensure employees at all levels are equipped with the knowledge, skills, and behaviors required to perform effectively. This role partners with leadership and subject matter experts to assess learning needs, develop training programs, manage training systems, secure external funding opportunities, and drive a culture of continuous improvement while maintaining full compliance with applicable regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

+ Training Strategy & Planning

+  Develop and maintain the organization’s training and development strategy aligned with business goals.

+ Needs Assessment

+ Conduct regular assessments of training needs across departments, using data from audits, performance reviews, and compliance requirements.

+ Program Design & Delivery

+ Design, update, and deliver orientation, technical, compliance, leadership, and soft-skills training programs in multiple formats (classroom, e-learning, etc.)

+ Learning Management System (LMS)

+ Oversee the organization’s LMS, ensuring accurate course content, timely user enrollment, reporting, and system optimization. Act as primary administrator and point of contact for LMS support.

+ Grant & Funding Management

+ Research, write, and manage grants, subsidies, and training-aid opportunities to offset training costs. Maintain documentation and reporting required by funding agencies.

+ Evaluation & Reporting

+ Measure training effectiveness and learning outcomes; provide metrics and reports to leadership.

+ Compliance & Documentation

+ Ensure all training materials, records, and processes comply with company policies, SOPs, and regulatory standards; maintain accurate training documentation for audits.

+ Team Development

+ Coach and develop trainers, facilitators, and department training leads; oversee vendor relationships as needed.

+ Continuous Improvement

+ Recommend and implement improvements to training content, delivery methods, and tracking systems.

+ Budget & Resources

+ Manage the training budget, materials, learning technology platforms, and external funding sources.

+ Other Duties

+ Performs other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

+ Requires occasional physical activity throughout shift (except breaks and lunch) such as walking, sitting, standing, bending, stooping, squatting, reaching, handling, near/far vision, pushing, pulling, carrying, and lifting objects weighing up to 50 lbs.

Skills & Competencies:

+ Strategic thinking and planning

+ Analytical and data-driven decision-making

+ Grant writing and compliance reporting

+ LMS administration and reporting

+ Adaptability and continuous improvement mindset

+ Strong facilitation and coaching abilities

+ Integrity and confidentiality

Education and Experience:

+ Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Education, Organizational Development, or related field (or equivalent experience) preferred.

+ 3–5+ years of progressive experience in training, learning & development, or organizational development roles.

+ Demonstrated experience designing and facilitating adult learning programs.

+ Strong knowledge of instructional design principles, training evaluation methods, and learning management systems.

+ Experience researching and managing grants or external funding for training programs.

+ Excellent communication, presentation, and project-management skills.

+ Proven ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and leadership.

+ Manufacturing experience is a plus.

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