Learning & Development Manager

Paper-Transport-; De Pere (WI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Paper Transport (PTI) is seeking a hands-on Learning & Development Manager to create engaging learning experiences, build development programs, and leverage modern learning technology to help employees grow and succeed. Responsibilities include instructional design, leadership development coordination, and managing PTI's learning platforms such as 360Learning and OpenSesame.

You will design courses, learning paths, track progress, and collaborate with IT and vendors to maximize platform

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, L&D, ID, or related field.
• 3+ years in learning and development, instructional design, training, or related field.
• Experience applying instructional design principles and adult learning practices.
• Experience administering a Learning Management System (LMS/LXP).
• Experience with learning tech and content creation tools such as LMS/LXP platforms, Canva, authoring tools.

Responsibilities

• Design engaging learning experiences for driver safety, leadership, and employee development.
• Support subject matter experts and leaders in organizing content for effective learning experiences.
• Design blended learning using e-learning, videos, facilitated sessions, and coaching.
• Create learning content including presentations, e-learning courses, guides, and materials.
• Serve as primary administrator for PTI's learning platforms (360Learning, OpenSesame).
• Build and manage courses, paths, cohorts, catalogs, and discussions.
• Curate and upload internal and third-party content.
• Manage learner experience: assignments, tracking, and communications.
• Monitor engagement and completion; follow up on required training.
• Promote platform adoption with recommendations and tips.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Facilitation

Independent work

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/LD/ID or related field

Tools

LMS/LXP platforms

Canva

Authoring tools

Job description

Great learning doesn't happen by accident. It takes creativity, curiosity, thoughtful design, and the right technology to bring it all together. We're looking for a hands-on Learning & Development Manager who is excited to create engaging learning experiences, build meaningful development programs, and use modern learning technology to help our employees grow and succeed.

Key Responsibilities

Instructional Design

• Design practical, engaging learning experiences for a variety of audiences, including driver safety and compliance training, frontline leadership development, and broader employee development.
• Support subject matter experts and leaders in organizing content and preparing to deliver effective learning experiences.
• Design blended learning experiences using e-learning, videos, facilitated sessions, peer discussions, reflection, coaching, and on-the-job application.
• Create learning content and resources, including presentations, e-learning courses, discussion guides, facilitator materials, and interactive activities.
• Serve as a primary administrator for PTI's learning platforms, including 360Learning and OpenSesame.
• Build and manage courses, learning paths, assignments, learner groups, catalogs, and discussion spaces.
• Curate and upload internally developed and third-party learning content.
• Manage the learner experience, including assignments, completion tracking, learner communications, and basic troubleshooting.
• Monitor learner engagement and completion, including follow-up on required training.
• Promote learning platform adoption through course recommendations, new content, and tips that help employees make better use of available resources.
• Partner with IT and external vendors to resolve issues and maximize platform capabilities.

Leadership & Employee Development

• Coordinate and support PTI's leadership development programs, including Driven2Lead and role-specific leadership training.
• Design monthly development experiences that combine formal learning, peer cohorts, book studies, coaching, reflection, and application.
• Conduct individual development conversations with leaders focused on development goals, self-awareness, habit-building, and applying learning to their roles.
• Create discussion guides and talking points for peer cohorts and leader-led sessions.
• Plan and coordinate learning experiences delivered through e-learning, workshops, speakers, and senior leader-led sessions.
• Help leaders connect learning to real work through application activities, challenges, and reflection.

Project Management

• Manage timelines for recurring learning initiatives, such as monthly driver Scorecard training, ensuring content is developed, reviewed, and ready for launch.
• Support the ongoing development of career and development tools, including PTI's Compass, our competency model.
• Manage multiple learning projects from concept through design, development, and launch, coordinating subject matter experts, internal content creators, leaders, and external partners to keep projects on schedule.
• Partner with cross‑functional teams to identify learning needs and recommend appropriate solutions.
• Monitor participation and feedback to improve future programs.
• Stay current on instructional design, adult learning, and emerging learning technologies.
• Evaluate learning programs and resources to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Participate in business reviews and project check‑ins with learning technology and content partners.
• Recommend new approaches, content and technologies that improve the employee learning experience.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Learning & Development, Instructional Design, Organizational Development, Education, or a related field; equivalent experience will also be considered.
• 3+ years of experience in learning and development, instructional design, training, or a related field.
• Experience applying instructional design principles and adult learning practices to develop engaging e-learning, instructor‑led, and blended learning solutions.
• Experience administering a Learning Management System (LMS), Learning Experience Platform (LXP), or similar learning technology.
• Experience using learning technology and content creation tools such as LMS/LXP platforms, Canva, authoring tools, or similar technology.
• Ability to translate business needs and subject matter expertise into clear, engaging learning experiences.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple learning initiatives, deadlines, and stakeholders simultaneously.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, facilitation, and presentation skills.
• Comfortable working independently while partnering with leaders and subject matter experts across the organization.
• Strong attention to detail and follow‑through.
• Experience with leadership development, coaching, or facilitating training is preferred.
• Relevant certifications in instructional design, talent development, or human resources are a plus.

Why Join Us?

At PTI, you'll have the opportunity to directly shape how employees learn, grow, and develop. This is a hands‑on role where you'll combine creativity, technology, and collaboration to design learning experiences that make a meaningful impact.

You'll partner with leaders and subject matter experts across the organization, use modern learning technology, and have the opportunity to influence how PTI approaches employee and leadership development. If you enjoy turning ideas and business needs into engaging learningexperiences, this is an opportunity to make a real difference.

A Dedicated Transportation Partner of the Green Bay Packers

At Paper Transport, we're not just building careers, we're building community. As a Dedicated Transportation Partner of the Green Bay Packers, we bring the same passion, teamwork, and commitment to excellence on the road as the Packers do on the field. Join a team that's driving forward with purpose, pride, and a winning spirit.

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