<p>In this position ...</p> <p>Your expertise in learning and development, instructional design, and industry-specific knowledge will contribute to the design and delivery of effective training programs aligned with business objectives and the unique needs of automotive manufacturing.</p> <p>Ford is looking for a passionate Manufacturing Learning and Development Supervisor to lead a team in creating innovative learning experiences for our manufacturing employees. This role involves developing and implementing comprehensive learning strategies, overseeing various learning solutions, and leveraging expertise in L&D, instructional design, and automotive manufacturing to align training programs with business objectives. It's an opportunity to shape best-in-class employee learning within Ford's manufacturing environment.</p> <p>What you'll do ...</p> <ul> <li> <p>Learning Needs Analysis & Strategy Development:</p> </li><li> <p>Collaborate with key stakeholders, including subject matter experts (SMEs), to identify skill gaps, training requirements, and performance improvement opportunities</p> </li><li> <p>Assess the existing competencies and capabilities of the workforce to determine areas of improvement and development</p> </li><li> <p>Develop and implement learning strategies that align with the business goals and objectives of automotive manufacturing organizations</p> </li><li> <p>Identify innovative learning approaches and methodologies that leverage technology and industry best practices to enhance learning effectiveness</p> </li><li> <p>Design strategies for competency development, career progression, and continuous learning to support the evolving demands of automotive manufacturing</p> </li><li> <p>Assess current and future needs of the organization through interviews, focus groups, surveys, and analysis of data</p> </li><li> <p>Curriculum Design & Development:</p> </li><li> <p>Lead the design and development of instructional curricula and learning materials tailored to the specific needs of automotive manufacturing personnel</p> </li><li> <p>Collaborate with SMEs and instructional designers to create engaging and interactive learning content, including e-learning modules, virtual reality simulations, and hands-on activities</p> </li><li> <p>Program Management & Implementation:</p> </li><li> <p>Oversee the planning, implementation, and evaluation of learning programs for automotive manufacturing personnel</p> </li><li> <p>Manage activities including statements of work, PO approval, invoicing, leading project teams, sharing expertise, compiling points of view/recommendations, and executive presentations</p> </li><li> <p>Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of learning programs using key performance indicators (KPIs) and feedback mechanisms</p> </li><li> <p>Continuously improve and refine learning programs based on research, benchmarking, data-driven insights, and learner feedback (Source: Manufacturing Job Description)</p> </li><li> <p>Own end-to-end development of manufacturing-related learning and experiences designed to prepare employees for excellence in their roles so they can optimize the business</p> </li><li> <p>Establish and report regularly on metrics that demonstrate learning impact and effectiveness</p> </li><li> <p>Leadership & Collaboration:</p> </li><li> <p>Lead and build capabilities of team (SMEs, learning experts, and vendors) to deliver innovative solutions that incorporate the latest learning trends</p> </li><li> <p>Manage, coach, and influence others (team, peers, employees, and leaders) in demonstrating a growth and innovative mindset</p> </li><li> <p>Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including HR, operations, and senior leadership, to ensure alignment of learning strategies with organizational goals</p> </li><li> <p>Build strong relationships with external partners, training providers, and industry associations to leverage expertise and resources in automotive manufacturing education and training</p> </li><li> <p>Communicate learning strategies, progress updates, and evaluation findings to stakeholders, ensuring buy-in and support for learning initiatives</p> </li><li> <p>Innovation & Best Practices:</p> </li><li> <p>Stay abreast of emerging trends, technologies, and best practices in automotive manufacturing and the broader learning and development field</p> </li><li> <p>Research and evaluate new tools, platforms, and methodologies to enhance the learning experience and drive innovation</p> </li><li> <p>Provide recommendations on the adoption of new learning technologies and strategies to optimize learning outcomes in automotive manufacturing</p> </li></ul> <p>What you'll do ...</p> <ul> <li> <p>Learning Needs Analysis & Strategy Development:</p> </li><li> <p>Collaborate with key stakeholders, including subject matter experts (SMEs), to identify skill gaps, training requirements, and performance improvement opportunities</p> </li><li> <p>Assess the existing competencies and capabilities of the workforce to determine areas of improvement and development</p> </li><li> <p>Develop and implement learning strategies that align with the business goals and objectives of automotive manufacturing organizations</p> </li><li> <p>Identify innovative learning approaches and methodologies that leverage technology and industry best practices to enhance learning effectiveness</p> </li><li> <p>Design strategies for competency development, career progression, and continuous learning to support the evolving demands of automotive manufacturing</p> </li><li> <p>Assess current and future needs of the organization through interviews, focus groups, surveys, and analysis of data</p> </li><li> <p>Curriculum Design & Development:</p> </li><li> <p>Lead the design and development of instructional curricula and learning materials tailored to the specific needs of automotive manufacturing personnel</p> </li><li> <p>Collaborate with SMEs and instructional designers to create engaging and interactive learning content, including e-learning modules, virtual reality simulations, and hands-on activities</p> </li><li> <p>Program Management & Implementation:</p> </li><li> <p>Oversee the planning, implementation, and evaluation of learning programs for automotive manufacturing personnel</p> </li><li> <p>Manage activities including statements of work, PO approval, invoicing, leading project teams, sharing expertise, compiling points of view/recommendations, and executive presentations</p> </li><li> <p>Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of learning programs using key performance indicators (KPIs) and feedback mechanisms</p> </li><li> <p>Continuously improve and refine learning programs based on research, benchmarking, data-driven insights, and learner feedback (Source: Manufacturing Job Description)</p> </li><li> <p>Own end-to-end development of manufacturing-related learning and experiences designed to prepare employees for excellence in their roles so they can optimize the business</p> </li><li> <p>Establish and report regularly on metrics that demonstrate learning impact and effectiveness</p> </li><li> <p>Leadership & Collaboration:</p> </li><li> <p>Lead and build capabilities of team (SMEs, learning experts, and vendors) to deliver innovative solutions that incorporate the latest learning trends</p> </li><li> <p>Manage, coach, and influence others (team, peers, employees, and leaders) in demonstrating a growth and innovative mindset</p> </li><li> <p>Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including HR, operations, and senior leadership, to ensure alignment of learning strategies with organizational goals</p> </li><li> <p>Build strong relationships with external partners, training providers, and industry associations to leverage expertise and resources in automotive manufacturing education and training</p> </li><li> <p>Communicate learning strategies, progress updates, and evaluation findings to stakeholders, ensuring buy-in and support for learning initiatives</p> </li><li> <p>Innovation & Best Practices:</p> </li><li> <p>Stay abreast of emerging trends, technologies, and best practices in automotive manufacturing and the broader learning and development field</p> </li><li> <p>Research and evaluate new tools, platforms, and methodologies to enhance the learning experience and drive innovation</p> </li><li> <p>Provide recommendations on the adoption of new learning technologies and strategies to optimize learning outcomes in automotive manufacturing</p> </li></ul>