Manager/Instructor - Stimson Technical Institute

Stimson Lumber Company; North Carolina; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Stimson Lumber Company is looking for a Manager, Stimson Technical Institute to lead a workforce development program designed to prepare early-career individuals for successful careers in the wood products industry. You will architect and administer the Institute, coordinating curriculum, partnerships, and participant success.

In collaboration with mill leadership, HR, and educational partners, you will translate technical knowledge into a structured learning experience, oversee program

Qualifications

• Experience designing curriculum, lesson plans, learning objectives, assessments, or program materials.
• Strong project management, organization, planning and follow-through skills.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.
• Experience working with students, early-career employees, apprentices, or similar developing populations.

Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of the Stimson Technical Institute, including launch planning, operations, and improvements.
• Develop annual program plans, budgets, reporting tools, and performance metrics.
• Maintain participant records and program documentation.
• Design and oversee curriculum, learning pathways, and assessments.
• Recruit and build partnerships with schools, colleges, and workforce organizations.
• Support participant development, mentorship, and successful transition to employment.

Skills

Curriculum design

Learning objectives

Project management

Communication

Relationship-building

Recruitment & partnerships

Program administration

Education

Bachelor's degree (Education, Workforce Development, Training & Development, Organizational Leadership, HR, Business Admin)

Job description

The Manager, Stimson Technical Institute is responsible for developing, launching, and leading Stimson Lumber Company's workforce development program designed to prepare early-career individuals for successful careers in the wood products industry. The position serves as the architect and administrator of the Institute, overseeing program design, curriculum development, student recruitment, educational partnerships, program operations, and participant success.Working closely with mill leadership, technical subject matter experts, Human Resources, and local educational partners, the Manager will create a structured learning experience that connects classroom learning, hands-on exposure, mentorship, and real-world work experience. The role is not intended to be the primary technical instructor; instead, it is responsible for building the learning system, coordinating Stimson's internal expertise, and ensuring the program operates effectively.This position will play a critical role in building a sustainable talent pipeline for Stimson's future workforce.ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIESProgram Leadership & AdministrationLead all aspects of the Stimson Technical Institute, including launch planning, ongoing operations, and continuous improvement.Establish program goals, learning outcomes, policies, procedures, schedules, and annual operating rhythms.Develop annual program plans, budgets, reporting tools, and performance metrics.Maintain participant records, program documentation, attendance tracking, and other administrative requirements.Evaluate program effectiveness and recommend improvements based on participant outcomes, supervisor feedback, and business needs.Curriculum & Educational DevelopmentDesign and oversee the Institute's educational framework, learning pathways, and overall participant experience.Develop curriculum outlines, lesson plans, learning objectives, assessments, and program materials in partnership with operational leaders and subject matter experts.Ensure classroom content and mill-based learning experiences align with Stimson's workforce needs, safety expectations, values, and ways of working.Coordinate updates to curriculum as equipment, technology, processes, and business needs evolve.Translate technical knowledge from internal experts into a practical, organized learning sequence for early-career participants.Recruitment & Community PartnershipsBuild strong partnerships with high schools, career and technical education programs, community colleges, workforce development organizations, and other relevant community partners.Represent Stimson at career fairs, school events, community meetings, and workforce outreach activities.Develop strategies to attract, recruit, assess, and select high-potential program participants.Promote awareness of career opportunities in manufacturing, skilled trades, and the forest products industry.Help students and families understand the expectations, schedule, work environment, and career opportunities associated with sawmill and wood products work.Participant Development & MentorshipServe as the primary teacher, advisor, coach, and point of contact for Institute participants.Monitor participant progress, engagement, attendance, professionalism, and readiness for continued employment.Provide coaching and support related to communication, accountability, workplace expectations, teamwork, and career development.Partner with supervisors, mentors, and HR to address participant concerns or performance issues in a timely and constructive manner.Support successful transition from program participation into long-term employment opportunities with Stimson.Program CoordinationCoordinate instruction and learning activities delivered by internal and external subject matter experts.Prepare and support instructors, facilitators, mentors, and supervisors who contribute to the participant learning experience.Work with mill leadership to align participant rotations, work assignments, and learning objectives.Ensure participant activities support safety, operational priorities, and meaningful skill development.Foster collaboration among instructors, supervisors, mentors, HR, and program participants.QUALIFICATIONSRequiredBachelor's degree in Education, Workforce Development, Training and Development, Organizational Leadership, Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; equivalent experience may be considered.Demonstrated experience developing curriculum, lesson plans, learning objectives, assessments, or educational program materials.Strong project management, organization, planning, and follow-through skills.Excellent communication, presentation, facilitation, and relationship-building abilities.Experience working with students, early-career employees, apprentices, or similar developing populations.PreferredExperience in career and technical education, vocational training, apprenticeship programs, workforce development, community college programs, or industrial training environments.Familiarity with manufacturing, industrial operations, skilled trades, forestry, wood products, or related industries.Experience building partnerships with schools, colleges, workforce organizations, community partners, or employers.Experience coordinating instructors, facilitators, mentors, or subject matter experts.Familiarity with technical instruction or hands-on training environments; direct technical teaching experience is helpful but not required.