Learning & Development Trainer

Thorlabs is pleased to play a role in advancing science through the components instruments and systems we design and manufacture. We believe that science and innovation have great potential to improve the world around us and are committed to advancing photonics (i.e. light-based) technologies that positively impact our customers employees and communities. Via educational outreach and more sustainable business practices we continuously invest in a brighter future. We recognize that each of our employees is a unique individual with the ability to contribute to our success and seek to find great people who will thrive in our fun fast-paced culture.

At Thorlabs we advance photonics and laser innovation by investing in our people. We are seeking a Learning & Development Trainer to design deliver and continuously improve employee learning programs that build skills support business objectives and promote a culture of continuous learning. This role partners closely with business leaders and HR to assess training needs and deliver high-quality learning solutions across the organization.

This position is based in Newton NJ with occasional travel to other Thorlabs locations and technical conferences (up to 25%).

What you will do:

Training Delivery & Program Management

• Design and deliver training programs including onboarding leadership technical safety and professional development
• Partner with managers and leaders to identify learning needs related to new processes systems and organizational change
• Select and facilitate effective training methods (in-person virtual group or e-learning)

Content & Systems

• Develop and maintain training materials job aids and online content
• Manage learning content in the Learning Management System (LMS)
• Maintain a centralized library of training resources

Evaluation & Continuous Improvement

• Track training completion and learning outcomes
• Collect feedback and assess program effectiveness
• Use data and insights to recommend and implement improvements

Collaboration & Vendor Management

• Partner with internal stakeholders and HR teams including global groups
• Coordinate with external trainers consultants and subject matter experts as needed

Experience & Education

• 24 years of experience in learning and development corporate training instructional design or education
• Bachelors degree in Education Human Resources Organizational Development Business or a related field preferred

Skills & Knowledge

• Strong facilitation and presentation skills
• Knowledge of adult learning principles and instructional design
• Experience with learning management systems (LMS) and HRIS platforms
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (PowerPoint Word Excel) and virtual training tools (Zoom Teams)
• Excellent communication organization and project management skills
• Ability to analyze training data and report on program effectiveness

Other

• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
• Flexible and adaptable in a dynamic environment
• Willingness to travel as needed

The salary range for this position is$67000- $83000 D.O.E.

Thorlabs values its diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion gender gender identify or expression sexual orientation national origin genetics disability age or veteran status. Job descriptions are not intended as and do not create employment contracts. The organization maintains its status as an at-will employer. Employees can be terminated for any reason not prohibited by law

Thorlabs offers a complete benefits package that includes medical dental and vision insurance company paid life insurance a generous PTO package a 401(k) plan and tuition reimbursement just to name a few.

Required Experience:

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