Jobs
>
Grand Rapids

    Director of Learning and Development - Grand Rapids, United States - Challenge Mfg. Company

    Default job background
    Description

    Who We Are:
    Challenge is a leading employee-owned tier 1 supplier of complex metal assemblies for the global automotive industry. Challenge fosters a culture of collaboration, diversity, and innovation. We believe the best ideas come from individual unique perspectives. These ideas combined with the teamwork of industry experts allow us to accomplish any challenge.

    Our team members take pride in the work we do every day and they are the true driving force in our operations.

    Challenge is proud to be one of the largest employee-owned automotive companies in North America. One of the many benefits of joining the Challenge team is the ESOP program. This program allows Challenge to give shares of the Company to all employee-owners annually. These shares are an additional retirement benefit that will continue to grow during your time at Challenge. Being part of an ESOP means our employee-owners share in Challenge's success
    Challenge is

    #EmployeeOwned and

    #QualityDriven We are #OneChallenge

    Who We Want:


    The Director of Learning and Development will create innovative, enduring workforce development solutions to meet the organizations' talent-related business challenges and help our team members advance their skillsets, knowledge, and capabilities.

    Human-centered design thinker that creates environments that drive personal and business success utilizing expert level data analytics, performance management initiatives, as well as talent development strategies.


    What You'll Do:
    Demonstrated experience navigating a fast paced, dynamic working environment
    Demonstrated project management experience with multiple stakeholders prioritizing and delegating projects/tasks
    Demonstrated team leadership, partnership, influencing and communication experience
    Conduct assessments and analyses to define performance, skill and knowledge gaps and recommend training and development to drive individual and company-wide capability and performance improvement
    Responsible for training logistics and data integrity within the Learning Management System (LMS). Conducts annual needs assessment by administering surveys, focus groups, one-on-one interviews. Reviews outcomes to develop leadership and learning curriculum for the coming year. Establishes operational and performance tools and metrics to measure and support learning and development initiatives and programs, drives priorities and measures outcomes and efficacy
    Knowledge of statistical analysis (e.g., descriptive statistics and knowledge of statistical significance), quantitative research, and experience gathering and interpreting data

    Provides oversight to the Training and Development team by supervising, guiding, and directing employees to optimize output and team collaboration.

    Ensures that everyone is equipped with the right skills, tools, and talents necessary for executing their objectives.

    Using the established people processes (performance, development, succession, and career) to ensure that their team's level of performance and capabilities meet current and future standards.

    Influences and effectively communicates to key stakeholders on the progress of programs, program budgets and design in a timely manner

    Identifies organization-wide and business-specific learning and development needs through needs assessment; develops and implements strategic initiatives and solutions by creating, leading, and growing a world-class learning and development program.

    Ensures all learning and development programs and processes incorporate company policies and values while supporting diversity, equity, and inclusion.

    Lead the incorporation of the most effective learning and development modalities and strategies including gamification, simulations, AI learning when and where possible.

    Develops and drives communication, awareness and support of learning and development initiatives and expectations throughout the organization.

    Assumes prime responsibility for leading organizational improvement efforts to onboarding systems to increase "speed to productivity" for new hires across the enterprise.

    Responsible for budgeting and overall financial management of learning and development programs

    When and Where:
    This will be a

    830AM-5PM M-F

    position located at our

    Corporate Office in Walker, MI.

    What You Need to Have:
    BA or BS Degree in Organizational Development, Industrial Psychology, Education, Business Administration or Related field Required. MS or MBA Degree in Organizational Development, Industrial Psychology, Education, Business Administration, or related field preferred
    5+ years' experience managing a training and development team at the corporate level

    5+ years' experience designing and delivering leadership and management programs, to include increasing levels of responsibility in the learning and development space required.

    7+ years' experience preferred

    5+ years' experience in managing HR systems in partnership with HRIS to enable key Talent and Learning processes (e.g., LMS, performance and development systems, etc.).

    Strong knowledge of adult learning methodology practices, instructional design, and measuring effective learning and development programs
    Technology" Up-to-date knowledge and proficiency in the types and uses of technology in modern corporate learning and development
    Written, verbal, and presentation; ability to engage, inspire and influence people
    Actively engages in talent management practices (selection, promotion, development, and engagement) to cultivate a workforce that is well aligned with current and emerging talent needs
    Builds and sustains partnerships across organizational boundaries and functions as well as outside the organization to achieve common goals and outcomes
    Project management skills including planning, logistics, and program management and scheduling.

    Ability to manage multiple complex assignments, with proven ability to assess competing priorities in a high energy, fast paced environment.

    Strong organizational skills. PMP certification preferred, but not required
    Strategic planning and interfacing throughout the product lifecycle especially for complex or critical products. Impact of regulatory changes on internal processes or products. Clear, comprehensive understanding of the link between HR and business strategy
    Leads through analysis of situations with appropriate attention to detail and the big picture including consideration of impact at multiple levels of the system

    What We Offer:


    We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, Health Savings Account with annual employer contributions, Flexible Spending Accounts, Company-Paid Short-Term Disability and Basic Life, Voluntary Life and LTD, Employer 401k Match, ESOP shares, tuition reimbursement, and paid time off.

    Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.

    Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Reasonable accommodations can be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

    #J-18808-Ljbffr


  • EQPD Grand Rapids, United States

    Job Description · Job DescriptionEQPD (formerly GVSU K-12 Connect) is in search of a Learning Development Manager to spearhead efforts in driving educational excellence and innovation. The ideal candidate will have a background in K-12 education, program or project management, wi ...


  • The Goddard School of Grand Rapids (Knapp's Corner), MI Grand Rapids, United States

    **Benefits**: · - Health insurance · - Opportunity for advancement · - Paid time off · - Training & development · - No nights and weekends_ · **Benefits & Perks of Working at a Goddard School**: · - **Your well-being is important to us** Many of our schools offer medical, dental, ...


  • Acrisure Grand Rapids, United States

    Job Title: Coordinator, Technical Training - Operational Excellence · - Department: Operational Excellence, Acrisure Business Services · - Location: Onsite (Grand Rapids, Michigan), Hybrid · About Acrisure · - Acrisure is a fintech financial services leader and among the world's ...


  • Young Mens Christian Association Grand Rapids, United States

    : · **This part-time position is for our YMCA Child Development Center at Monroe Community Church. Available shifts include 7:00 AM - 12:30 PM, 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM, or 12:30 - 6:00 PM, all Monday - Friday.** · **OUR CULTURE**: · Guiding Principles describe our behaviors to support ...


  • Kent Consortium Grand Rapids, United States

    JobID: 22449 · **Position Type**: · Middle School Teaching/Science**Date Posted**: · 5/6/2024**Location**: · Secondary Location**Date Available**: · 08/05/2024**Closing Date**: · Until Filled**District**: · East Grand Rapids Public Schools - website · **MIDDLE SCHOOL SCIENCE TEAC ...

  • Grand Valley State University

    Assistant Librarian

    2 hours ago


    Grand Valley State University Grand Rapids, United States

    The Business and Engineering Liaison Librarian will report to the Head of Professional Programs and be located on the Robert C. Pew Grand Rapids campus. The Social Sciences Liaison Librarian will report to the Head of Liberal Arts on the Allendale campus. · The Business and Engin ...


  • Grand Valley State University Grand Rapids, United States

    This position will be responsible for coordinating WGVU's education and family engagement efforts associated with young children and their parents/caregivers/families. Working within the WGVU broadcast area, this position builds relationships and promotes WGVU, PBS, NPR, and Mich ...


  • Corporate Caterers of West Michigan Grand Rapids, United States

    An outgoing and engaging personality. · - A willingness to learn and implement key selling strategies. · - Organized and reliable with the energy to tackle each day with enthusiasm. · - Comfortable making phone calls to prospective customers and seeing them in person whenever pos ...

  • CARELINC MEDICAL EQUIPMENT & SUPPLY CO

    Repair Technician

    23 hours ago


    CARELINC MEDICAL EQUIPMENT & SUPPLY CO Grand Rapids, United States

    **Text CareLinc to to apply** · **Who We Are**: · CareLinc Medical Equipment is an industry leading supplier of medical equipment in the region. We have 700+ employees spread over 5 states, and our growth is not slowing down Through years of growth and development, CareLinc has a ...

  • The Christman Company

    Vdc/bim Coordinator

    23 hours ago


    The Christman Company Grand Rapids, United States

    **Build More **w**ith** Your Career **at **Christman** · Are you interested in becoming an employee-owner with a leading national general contractor that will provide you with opportunities to **Build More** in your professional career? **The Christman Company** is looking for a ...


  • BISSELL Homecare Grand Rapids, United States

    Overview: · The Chemical Packaging Plant is a fast-paced environment and high-volume operation, responsible for manufacturing cleaning products for BISSELL. There are multiple packaging lines, which run 24 hours a day, up to 6 days a week. The standard work shift for a technician ...

  • The Christman Company

    Vdc/bim Mangaer

    23 hours ago


    The Christman Company Grand Rapids, United States

    **Build More **w**ith** Your Career **at **Christman** · Are you interested in becoming an employee-owner with a leading national general contractor that will provide you with opportunities to **Build More** in your professional career? **The Christman Company** is looking for a ...


  • Steelcase Grand Rapids, United States

    We are hiring a **Change Enablement Consultant** to design and deliver change management strategies and activities for priority initiatives across various functional areas. · **What You Will Be Doing**: · - Drive overall change management strategy and implementation plan for larg ...


  • BISSELL Homecare Grand Rapids, United States

    Overview: · The Chemical Packaging Plant is a fast-paced environment and high-volume operation, responsible for manufacturing cleaning products for BISSELL. There are multiple packaging lines, which run 24 hours a day, up to 6 days a week. The standard work shift for a technician ...


  • Acrisure Grand Rapids, United States

    Job Title: Associate Manager, Cloud Services Engineering · - Department: Information Technology · - Location: Hybrid (Grand Rapids, MI), Remote · - About Acrisure · - Acrisure is a global Fintech leader that combines the best of humans and high tech to offer multiple financial pr ...


  • Acrisure Grand Rapids, United States

    Job Title: Manager, Information Security Risk · - Department: Information Security · - Location: Remote · - About Acrisure · - Acrisure is a global Fintech leader that combines the best of humans and high tech to offer multiple financial products and services to millions of busin ...

  • Fox Nissan

    Product Specialist

    3 days ago


    Fox Nissan Kentwood, United States

    Fox Motors has a Sales Consultant opening in Grand Rapids, MI at Fox Nissan. You would contribute to our overall vision, "Working together moving people throughout life," by developing and maintaining trust with our customers that will build long-term relationships. · **$700 Mont ...

  • Leggett & Platt

    Assembler

    2 hours ago


    Leggett & Platt Grand Rapids, United States

    We make life more comfortable. · Leggett & Platt's overall mission is a commitment to enhance lives - by delivering quality products, offering empowering and rewarding careers, and doing our part in bringing about a better future. · Leggett & Platt's inventive heritage and leader ...

  • Delta Imports

    Product Specialist

    2 hours ago


    Delta Imports Grand Rapids, United States

    Fox Motors has a Sales Consultant opening in Grand Rapids, MI at Audi Grand Rapids. You would contribute to our overall vision, "Working together moving people throughout life," by developing and maintaining trust with our customers that will build long-term relationships. · **KE ...

  • Premier Martial Arts of Forest Hills Martial Arts LLC

    Karate Instructor

    23 hours ago


    Premier Martial Arts of Forest Hills Martial Arts LLC Grand Rapids, United States

    **Benefits**: · - Free uniforms · - Opportunity for advancement · - Training & development · **Premier Martial Arts** has been in business for more than 20 years, and since our founding in 1998 we have helped thousands of students of all ages realize their full potential. Premier ...