Lead, Learning & Development

ABOUT SLATE

At Slate were building safe reliable vehicles that people can afford personalize and loveand doing it here in the USA as part of our commitment to reindustrialization. The spirit of DIY and customization runs throughout every element of a Slate because people should have control over how their trucks look feel and represent them.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

The Learning and Development Lead is responsible for designing implementing and evaluating training programs that support employee growth compliance and operational excellence. This role partners closely with HR Operations and Manufacturing Engineering to align learning initiatives with strategic goals and workforce development needs.

WHAT YOU GET TO DO

Manufacturing Course Development

• Lead the creation of role-specific training modules for manufacturing positions including technical skills such as Fanuc robotics GD&T hydraulics gauges and forklift operation.

• Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to map processes and translate them into structured training content.

• Develop training matrices that define required skills frequency of retraining and effectiveness benchmarks for each manufacturing role.

• Coordinate with vendors and educational institutions to build career pathways and upskilling programs tied to pre-hire assessments.

• Implement just-in-time training aligned with PMO stages and production readiness milestones.

Training Strategy & Delivery

• Develop and execute learning strategies that address skill gaps and support career development.

• Develop in-person and virtual training sessions across shifts adapting methods to diverse learner needs.

• Create onboarding and orientation programs including pre-hire assessments and train-the-trainer initiatives.

Instructional Design & Content Development

• Create engaging digital learning content partnering with the Comms team for execution.

• Integrate multimedia simulations AI and assessments to enhance learning outcomes.

Compliance & Documentation

• Ensure training programs meet internal standards and regulatory requirements.

• Maintain accurate records and audit readiness for all training activities.

LMS Management

• Work in conjunction with Head of Talent Management to maintain the Plant Learning Management System (LMS) including course assignments and training metrics reporting.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with HR Operations and Manufacturing Engineering to assess training needs and align initiatives with business goals.

• Coordinate with external vendors for specialized training delivery and content development.

Evaluation & Continuous Improvement

• Monitor training effectiveness using feedback performance data and operational trends.

• Refine content and delivery methods based on evaluation results.

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TEAM

Education

• Bachelors degree in education Instructional Design Human Resources Organizational Development or related field.

• Advanced degree or certifications (e.g. CPLP ATD SHRM) preferred.

Experience

• 8 years in training or program management preferably in manufacturing or industrial settings.

• Proven ability to lead enterprise-wide training initiatives and manage cross-functional projects.

Skills

• Expertise in instructional design and adult learning principles.

• Proficiency in eLearning development tools and LMS platforms.

• Strong communication leadership and project management skills.

WHY JOIN TEAM SLATE

At Slate were fueled by grit determination and attention to detail. The start-up spirit of ingenuity and resourcefulness move our business forward. Team Slate fosters a culture of excellence innovation and mutual respect and is motivated by shared principles.

• Safety First

• Delight Customers

• One Team

• Relentless Improvement

• Fast Frugal and Scrappy

• Respectful Collaboration

• Positive Legacy

WE WANT TO WORK WITH PEOPLE THAT REFLECT THE COMMUNITIES IN WHICH WE OPERATE.

Slate is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race color religion gender gender identity or expression sexual orientation national origin genetics disability age veteran status marital status parental status cultural background organizational level work styles tenure and life experiences. Or for any other reason.

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