Learning and Development Specialist 2

Job Summary

The Learning & Development Specialist II is responsible for designing implementing and continuously improving learning and development programs at a single-site manufacturing facility operating within a fast-paced start-up environment. This role serves as a key partner in developing the companys Learning & Development strategy ensuring training initiatives support workforce readiness operational excellence safety quality leadership development and long-term organizational growth.

Working closely with the Talent Management Lead department leadership and subject matter experts the Specialist II establishes foundational learning systems training frameworks and competency-based development programs that support rapid growth scalability associate engagement and business objectives. This role helps create a culture of continuous learning while building sustainable processes that enable the organization to develop talent internally and meet evolving operational demands.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with the Talent Management Lead and department leadership to develop and execute a comprehensive Learning & Development strategy aligned with business goals workforce plans and operational requirements.
• Establish a long-term learning roadmap that supports start-up growth workforce capability development succession planning leadership development and organizational effectiveness.
• Design and implement training frameworks learning pathways and skills development programs that support associate progression and operational needs.
• Develop standardized training processes governance metrics and tools to ensure consistency and sustainability as the organization expands.
• Identify current and future workforce skill requirements and recommend development solutions to address capability gaps.
• Create strategies to promote a culture of continuous learning knowledge transfer cross-training and career development.
• Measure and report on learning effectiveness training ROI workforce readiness and development outcomes to support data-driven decision making.
• Benchmark industry best practices and recommend innovative learning solutions that improve associate performance and organizational capability.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Learning & Development Education Human Resources Business or a related field or equivalent experience.
• 35 years of experience in training or learning and development.
• Demonstrated ability to lead projects from concept to implementation.
• Experience supporting manufacturing industrial or operations-focused teams.
• Comfort working in a startup or fast-changing environment.
• Working knowledge of adult learning principles in advanced manufacturing and frontline leadership.
• Strong facilitation communication and organizational skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting a medium-sized manufacturing operation.
• Familiarity with safety quality or technical skills training.
• Experience creating job aids or simple e-learning materials.
• Experience using a Learning Management System (LMS) or training-tracking tools.

Key Competencies

• Learning Strategy & Workforce Development Develops learning initiatives that support business goals and workforce capability.
• Training Design & Facilitation Creates and delivers effective training programs using adult learning principles.
• Manufacturing & Operational Awareness Understands manufacturing processes safety requirements and operational priorities.
• Associate Development & Engagement Promotes associate growth learning and career development.
• Collaboration & Influence Works effectively across departments and cultures to build partnerships obtain buy-in and achieve shared business objectives.
• Change Management & Adaptability Supports organizational change and adjusts effectively to evolving business needs.
• Continuous Improvement Uses feedback and data to improve learning programs and processes.
• Project Management & Execution Organizes and manages multiple initiatives while meeting deadlines and business objectives.