Learning & Development Specialist

Mentorchamber; Mentor (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Mentorchamber in Mentor, OH is seeking a Learning and Development Specialist to design, implement, and evaluate training programs that foster onboarding, skill development, and career progression. You will lead on-the-job training (OJT) programs, partner with production leaders and SMEs, and ensure compliant training records across shifts.

The ideal candidate will balance multiple priorities in a dynamic manufacturing environment, be highly organized, and drive continuous improvement in

Responsibilities

• Follow established safety protocols and guidelines to ensure full compliance with company safety policies and procedures.
• Create, coordinate, and support structured OJT programs for CRT production employees by partnering with production leaders, supervisors, subject matter experts, and designated OJT trainers to develop position-specific training plans, learning activities, qualification criteria, and competency sign‑off processes.
• Design, develop, coordinate and deliver training programs that support employee development, operational effectiveness, regulatory compliance, and organizational objectives, including onboarding, on‑the‑job training (OJT), leadership development, technical skills, and professional development initiatives.
• Partner with department managers, supervisors and subject matter experts to assess training needs and skills gaps and develop training plans aligned with departmental goals, position requirements, and workforce development needs.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of training programs through feedback, surveys, and other assessment tools and make recommendations for curriculum improvement.
• Maintain training records and ensure compliance with company, customer, regulatory, and audit requirements, including FAA Part 145 and other applicable industry standards.
• Monitor industry trends and best practices in learning and development to enhance organizational learning initiatives.
• Support employee development, career progression, and succession planning initiatives by providing guidance, resources, and visibility to internal development opportunities.
• Administer and maintain the Learning Management System (LMS), ensuring accurate tracking of training compliance, employee development, and training‑related data.

Job description

The Learning and Development Specialist is responsible for designing, implementing, and evaluating learning programs and initiatives to foster employee development and enhance organizational performance that are specific to the position. The position leads the development and administration of on-the-job training (OJT) programs that support employee onboarding, skill development, qualification, and career progression.

Working closely with production supervisors and subject matter experts, this position establishes training pathways, competency verification processes, skills matrices, and employee qualification standards to ensure consistent training delivery and workforce readiness across departments and shifts. The position monitors program effectiveness through both qualitative and quantitative measures, including training records, competency attainment, KPI alignment, employee interactions, and feedback from department managers throughout the organization.

This position ensures accurate training records, qualification documentation, and competency verification processes are maintained to support operational, quality, and safety requirements. The ideal candidate is a self-starter who enjoys working with people, is highly organized and detail-oriented, and is comfortable balancing multiple priorities in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Follow established safety protocols and guidelines to ensure full compliance with company safety policies and procedures.
• Create, coordinate, and support structured OJT programs for CRT production employees by partnering with production leaders, supervisors, subject matter experts, and designated OJT trainers to develop position-specific training plans, learning activities, qualification criteria, and competency sign‑off processes.
• Design, develop, coordinate and deliver training programs that support employee development, operational effectiveness, regulatory compliance, and organizational objectives, including onboarding, on‑the‑job training (OJT), leadership development, technical skills, and professional development initiatives.
• Partner with department managers, supervisors and subject matter experts to assess training needs and skills gaps and develop training plans aligned with departmental goals, position requirements, and workforce development needs.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of training programs through feedback, surveys, and other assessment tools and make recommendations for curriculum improvement.
• Maintain training records and ensure compliance with company, customer, regulatory, and audit requirements, including FAA Part 145 and other applicable industry standards.
• Monitor industry trends and best practices in learning and development to enhance organizational learning initiatives.
• Support employee development, career progression, and succession planning initiatives by providing guidance, resources, and visibility to internal development opportunities.
• Administer and maintain the Learning Management System (LMS), ensuring accurate tracking of training compliance, employee development, and training‑related data.

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