Training Program Leader

GE Aerospace; Whitwell; On-site; GBP 82,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company in Whitwell is seeking a Training Manager to develop and implement training programs aimed at enhancing frontline leadership. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in training design and delivery, preferably in a manufacturing environment. This role requires strong organizational skills and a commitment to quality. The position offers a competitive salary, performance bonuses, and comprehensive benefits including healthcare and retirement plans.

Benefits

Healthcare benefits

401(k) with company matching

Tuition assistance

Paid parental leave

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in training design and delivery, preferably in a manufacturing setting.
• Safety-first mindset and commitment to quality.
• Demonstrated leadership ability and self-direction.

Responsibilities

• Conduct training needs assessments and implement actions to address gaps.
• Develop tailored training programs for frontline leadership.
• Act as the primary contact for providing training and development.

Skills

Training design and delivery

Organizational skills

Project management

Collaborative teamwork

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Overview

Assess Training Needs and Address Gaps and Develop Training Programs to strengthen frontline leadership and organizational capabilities across the site.

Responsibilities

• Conduct training needs assessments and implement actions to address gaps.
• Partner with SMEs to develop tailored training programs that resonate with the local audience.
• Develop Training for Frontline Leadership: Design and implement training programs specifically for frontline leadership teams to enhance their skills in managing teams, driving operational excellence, and fostering a culture of safety and quality.
• Collaborate with leadership to identify key competencies and development areas for frontline leaders.
• Develop Training Framework: Create a structured training plan for current roles.
• Build and maintain a database of approved SMEs to deliver training.
• Ensure training modules are delivered with high quality, professional preparation, and key messaging.
• Maintain a database reflecting the training status of each employee.
• Deliver and Support Training: Act as the primary contact for providing training and development across the site.
• Support all functions in delivering specific functional training needs by advising, mentoring, providing feedback, and assessing effectiveness.
• Collect relevant examples to tailor training content to the audience.
• Provide Leadership and Collaboration: Lead, oversee, and mentor a team of training specialists.
• Connect with other sites to leverage training best practices.
• Establish a network of external sources for training when internal resources are unavailable.
• Grow capacities by developing scalable training solutions and enhancing team capabilities to meet evolving organizational needs.
• Develop Community and Talent Pipeline: Build relationships with local and regional educational programs to promote a talent pipeline.
• Drive Continuous Improvement: Gather feedback and improve curriculum on an ongoing basis.
• Support lean transformation and identify process/training improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college (or a high school diploma/GED with a minimum of 10 years of experience in manufacturing).
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in training design and delivery, preferably in a manufacturing setting.

Desired Characteristics

• Safety-first mindset.
• Commitment to quality and continuous improvement.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively across teams and departments.
• Humble: Respectful, receptive, agile, eager to learn.
• Transparent: Shares critical information, speaks with candor, contributes constructively.
• Focused: Quick learner, strategically prioritizes work, committed.
• Leadership Ability: Strong communicator, decision-maker, collaborative.
• Problem Solver: Analytical-minded, challenges existing processes, critical thinker.
• Sense of Urgency: Proactively addresses challenges and drives timely solutions.
• Self-Direction: Demonstrates initiative, works independently, and takes ownership of tasks.

Compensation and Benefits

The salary range for this position is $111,700.00 - 148,800.00 USD annual. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate's experience, their education, and the work location. In addition, this position is eligible for a performance bonus/variable incentive plan. This posting is expected to close on Oct 10, 2025.

GE Aerospace offers comprehensive benefits and programs to support your health and, along with programs like HealthAhead, your physical, emotional, financial and social wellbeing. Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach from GE Aerospace; and the Employee Assistance Program, which provides 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan, a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness. GE Aerospace (General Electric Company or the Company) and its affiliates each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a "Sponsor"). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsor's welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.