Manufacturing Training & Development Leader

Hitachi Energy; South Boston (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy is seeking a Training & Development Leader to shape a culture of continuous learning within our Virginia manufacturing environment. You will drive programs that boost employee capability, engagement, and performance, partnering with Operations, HR, and support teams.

From onboarding to ongoing development, you will create pathways, measure impact with training KPIs, and implement improvements that align with business priorities and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Training & Development, HR, OD, or related field.
• 4+ years designing, administering, and delivering training programs.
• Experience in manufacturing and supporting a diverse workforce.
• Knowledge of lean management and continuous improvement principles.
• Strong PM, communication, facilitation, and stakeholder engagement.
• Experience with instructional design and learning technologies; CPTD/CLDP/CPLP preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee training and development programs that enhance employee performance, engagement, and skills.
• Partner with Operations, HR, leadership, and support functions to identify and implement learning improvements.
• Enhance onboarding programs to support a positive and effective new employee experience.
• Develop, track, and analyze training KPIs to measure effectiveness and drive continuous improvement.
• Implement training plans that align with business objectives and operational priorities.
• Manage and maintain training systems, records, and learning resources.
• Develop training materials and support trainers in delivering engaging learning experiences using adult learning methodologies.
• Evaluate current training practices and recommend innovative solutions that improve workforce capability and career development.

Skills

Training design

Facilitation

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

Instructional design

Learning technologies

Performance metrics

Education

Bachelor's degree in Training & Development, HR, OD, or related field

Tools

LMS

Job description

Hitachi Energy is seeking a Training & Development Leader to shape a culture of continuous learning within our Virginia manufacturing environment. You will drive programs that boost employee capability, engagement, and performance, partnering with Operations, HR, and support teams.

From onboarding to ongoing development, you will create pathways, measure impact with training KPIs, and implement improvements that align with business priorities and operational excellence.