Talent Development Manager

The Talent Development Manager is responsible for designing implementing and managing all aspects of training and employee development within our manufacturing facility in Aurora Ohio. This role ensures that all employees from new hires to experienced managers receive effective onboarding ongoing professional development and leadership training. The Talent Development Manager leverages contemporary training tools and applies adult learning principles to maximize engagement and effectiveness across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

Onboarding:

Develop and deliver comprehensive onboarding programs for new hires ensuring a smooth transition into the organization and alignment with company culture.

Coordinate with HR and department managers to customize onboarding experiences for various roles.

Employee Development:

Assess training needs through surveys interviews and performance data.

Design implement and evaluate learning pathways for skill enhancement career growth and compliance.

Create Career Ladders for each functional area.

Provide ongoing coaching and mentorship opportunities.

Management and Supervisory Training:

Develop and facilitate training programs for supervisors and managers to enhance leadership communication and conflict resolution skills.

Stay current on best practices in management development and integrate them into training offerings.

Contemporary Training Tools & Methods:

Utilize modern learning management systems (LMS) e-learning platforms webinars and virtual classrooms.

Incorporate blended learning techniques microlearning and interactive content to increase engagement.

Evaluate and recommend new technologies and methodologies for continuous improvement.

Adult Learning Principles:

Apply adult learning theories to ensure training is relevant practical and learner-centered.

Customize training approaches based on diverse learning styles and workforce demographics.

Collect and analyze feedback to refine programs for maximum impact.

Compliance & Safety:

Ensure all training complies with OSHA and other regulatory requirements specific to manufacturing.

May deliver safety training programs to support the EHS team.

Metrics & Reporting:

Track training participation completion rates and outcomes.

Report regularly to senior leadership on training effectiveness and recommendations for improvement.

Qualifications

Bachelors degree in Human Resources Education Organizational Development or related field; Masters degree preferred.

3 years of experience in talent development training or organizational learning ideally within a manufacturing environment.

Proven expertise in adult learning principles and contemporary training tools.

Strong presentation facilitation and communication skills.

Experience with Learning Management Systems (LMS) and digital training platforms.

Ability to analyze data and use metrics for continuous improvement.

Knowledge of compliance and safety regulations relevant to manufacturing.

Exceptional organizational and project management skills.

Location:

Based in Aurora Ohio manufacturing facility.

Combination of office and production floor environments.

Some travel may be required for training delivery or professional development.