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Neapco is hiring a Learning & Development Specialist. The specialist will design, develop, implement, and evaluate company-wide learning initiatives that enhance technical, operational, and leadership capabilities. They will partner with leaders and teams to identify learning needs, manage learning technologies, and deliver global learning solutions aligned with business goals.

Highlights

Design and implement global learning and development programs for various functional and leadership roles.
Conduct learning needs assessments and develop competency-based learning strategies.
Manage the enterprise Learning Management System (LMS), including course development and user administration.
Utilize instructional design methodologies such as ADDIE, SAM, and Kirkpatrick Evaluation Model.
Develop curricula and instructional materials using tools like Articulate 360, Adobe Captivate, Camtasia, and Microsoft 365.
Partner with cross-functional teams including HR, Operations, Engineering, Quality, and Safety.
Manage relationships with external vendors and oversee the RFP process and contract coordination.
Require 5-10 years of experience in Learning & Development or Instructional Design, preferably in global technical environments.
Bachelor's degree in Instructional Design, Learning & Development, or related field required; master's or relevant certifications preferred.
Travel expected about 10%, mostly domestic.

Learning & Development Specialist Full Description

Learning & Development Specialist

Farmington Hills, Michigan, United States

Job Description
Job Summary:
The Learning & Development Specialist is responsible for building a global learning and development practice at Neapco. This will involve designing, developing, implementing, and evaluating company-wide learning and development initiatives that support business objectives, employee development, and organizational effectiveness.
This role will partner with leader and cross-functional teams to identify learning needs, develop engaging learning solutions, manage learning technologies, and deliver programs that build technical, operational, and leadership capabilities across the organization.

Essential Functions:

Conduct learning needs assessments to identify capability gaps and development priorities.
In partnership with global functional leaders, develop learning strategies, curricula, and career-based learning paths for functional, technical, operational, and leadership roles.
Design and develop engaging instructional materials based on best practices in adult learning principles, learning technologies, and instructional design methodologies.
Coordinate, facilitate, and support training programs, workshops, leadership development sessions, and technical training initiatives.
Manage enterprise Learning Management System (LMS), including course creation, learner assignments, reporting, user administration, and content maintenance.
Develop measurement strategy to evaluate learning effectiveness and business impact through assessments, participant feedback, performance metrics, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Tracklearning participation, compliance, certifications, and program effectiveness through data analysis and reporting.
Manage relationships with external learning vendors, consultants, and training providers, including supporting the RFP process, contract coordination, implementation, and performance evaluation.
Maintain training documentation, job aids, facilitator guides, participant materials, and standard operating procedures to ensure consistent global learning experiences
Collaborate with HR, Operations, Engineering, Quality, Safety, and other functional teams to support strategic organizational initiatives.

Required Skills:

Minimum of 5–10 years of experience in Learning & Development, Instructional Design, or Corporate Training.
Expert level knowledge of adult learning theory, ADDIE, SAM, Kirkpatrick Evaluation Model, and other instructional design methodologies.
Demonstrated experience designing and delivering global learning solutions across multiple delivery methods, including classroom, virtual instructor-led, blended learning, and eLearning.
Experience conducting organizational learning needs assessments and developing competency-based learning strategies.
Experience designing curriculum for technical, operational, professional, and leadership development.
Experience supporting global organizations and designing learning solutions that can be implemented across cultures and geography.
Experience administering Learning Management Systems (LMS) and learning technologies.
Experience using instructional design and authoring tools such as Articulate 360, Adobe Captivate, Camtasia, Microsoft 365, SharePoint, and other digital learning platforms.
Experience managing multiple complex learning projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines and business priorities.
Experience developing training for global engineering, manufacturing, quality, or technical environments preferred.

Required Competencies:

Project Management
Formal Presentation Skills
Building Trust
Consultation Skills
Group Facilitation Skills
Attention to Detail
Innovation/ Creativity

Education:

Bachelor's degree in Instructional Design, Learning & Development, Educational Technology, , Education, or a related field required.
Master's degree or relevant postgraduate certifications (Instructional Design, Organizational Development, Adult Learning, etc.) preferred.

Travel Requirements:

Travel expected to be about 10% and mostly domestic.

Original Job Description

Learning & Development Specialist

Farmington Hills, Michigan, United States

Conduct learning needs assessments to identify capability gaps and development priorities.
In partnership with global functional leaders, develop learning strategies, curricula, and career-based learning paths for functional, technical, operational, and leadership roles.
Design and develop engaging instructional materials based on best practices in adult learning principles, learning technologies, and instructional design methodologies.
Coordinate, facilitate, and support training programs, workshops, leadership development sessions, and technical training initiatives.
Manage enterprise Learning Management System (LMS), including course creation, learner assignments, reporting, user administration, and content maintenance.
Develop measurement strategy to evaluate learning effectiveness and business impact through assessments, participant feedback, performance metrics, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Tracklearning participation, compliance, certifications, and program effectiveness through data analysis and reporting.
Manage relationships with external learning vendors, consultants, and training providers, including supporting the RFP process, contract coordination, implementation, and performance evaluation.
Maintain training documentation, job aids, facilitator guides, participant materials, and standard operating procedures to ensure consistent global learning experiences
Collaborate with HR, Operations, Engineering, Quality, Safety, and other functional teams to support strategic organizational initiatives.

Required Skills:

Minimum of 5–10 years of experience in Learning & Development, Instructional Design, or Corporate Training.
Expert level knowledge of adult learning theory, ADDIE, SAM, Kirkpatrick Evaluation Model, and other instructional design methodologies.
Demonstrated experience designing and delivering global learning solutions across multiple delivery methods, including classroom, virtual instructor-led, blended learning, and eLearning.
Experience conducting organizational learning needs assessments and developing competency-based learning strategies.
Experience designing curriculum for technical, operational, professional, and leadership development.
Experience supporting global organizations and designing learning solutions that can be implemented across cultures and geography.
Experience administering Learning Management Systems (LMS) and learning technologies.
Experience using instructional design and authoring tools such as Articulate 360, Adobe Captivate, Camtasia, Microsoft 365, SharePoint, and other digital learning platforms.
Experience managing multiple complex learning projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines and business priorities.
Experience developing training for global engineering, manufacturing, quality, or technical environments preferred.

Required Competencies:

Project Management
Formal Presentation Skills
Building Trust
Consultation Skills
Group Facilitation Skills
Attention to Detail
Innovation/ Creativity

Education:

Bachelor's degree in Instructional Design, Learning & Development, Educational Technology, , Education, or a related field required.
Master's degree or relevant postgraduate certifications (Instructional Design, Organizational Development, Adult Learning, etc.) preferred.

Travel Requirements:

Travel expected to be about 10% and mostly domestic.

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