Regional Manufacturing Development Manager

1 La-Z-Boy Incorporated; Dayton (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Vision, Dental

401k with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

La-Z-Boy Incorporated is seeking a Training & Development leader to manage workforce capability, training systems, and certification programs across manufacturing locations. You will align training with safety, quality, and operational goals while partnering with HR, operations, and plant leadership to boost readiness and capability.

Responsibilities include leading regional training efforts, developing workforce progression, standardizing training and certification, and coaching Training

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 4–6 years in manufacturing, workforce development, training, or equivalent.
• 2+ years of leadership experience.
• Up to 30% travel.

Responsibilities

• Regional Training & Development Management: oversee programs across facilities.
• Workforce Capability Development: support onboarding, skill progression, and certification readiness.
• Training Standardization & Certification: ensure consistent training standards and certification processes.
• Training Leadership & Team Development: lead Training Coaches and training teams.
• Performance & Continuous Improvement: monitor training effectiveness and KPIs; drive improvements.
• Training Administration & Compliance: maintain records and certification documentation.
• Workforce Planning & Hiring Support: partner with HR and plant leadership on staffing decisions.
• Training Grants & External Partnerships: support grant opportunities and partnerships.

Skills

Leadership

Training & Development

LMS experience

Operations knowledge

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

LMS

Job description

Comfort starts with our 10,000+ team members across the globe, who are transforming the power of comfort every day. Our employees have the power to change lives, in our homes, work and communities. We foster an inclusive environment while honoring a legacy built on family, where everyone can be themselves. If you are ready to join an industry leading organization where our people are the most important asset, and innovation propels us into the future, you’re ready to take your seat at La-Z-Boy Incorporated. WE BELIEVE IN THE TRANSFORMATIONAL POWER OF COMFORT

Job Summary:

This position is responsible for managing workforce capability, training systems, certification processes, and workforce readiness across assigned manufacturing locations. This role supports the execution of Manufacturing Development standards by aligning training systems, workforce development initiatives, and certification processes with operational, safety, and quality objectives. The position partners closely with Manufacturing Development, Human Resources, Operations, and plant leadership to support workforce capability, training effectiveness, and operational readiness.

Job Description:

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES (other duties as assigned):

• Regional Training & Development Management: Manage execution of Manufacturing Development programs and initiatives across assigned facilities.
• Workforce Capability Development: Support onboarding, skill progression, certification readiness, and workforce flexibility development.
• Training Standardization & Certification: Ensure consistent application of training standards, certification processes, and TWI methodology.
• Training Leadership & Team Development: Provide leadership and coaching to Training Coaches, Supervisors, and training teams.
• Performance & Continuous Improvement: Monitor training effectiveness and workforce readiness KPIs and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Training Administration & Compliance: Maintain training records, certification documentation, and compliance-related training.
• Workforce Planning & Hiring Support: Partner with HR and plant leadership to support workforce planning and hiring decisions.
• Training Grants & External Partnerships: Support grant opportunities and external workforce development partnerships.

SCOPE & IMPACT:

This position plays a critical role in building and sustaining workforce capability across assigned manufacturing locations and directly influences training effectiveness, certification readiness, safety, quality, and workforce flexibility.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s Degree with 4-6 years of experience in manufacturing, workforce development, training, operations, or equivalent experience
• 2+ years leadership experience
• Up to 30% travel

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:

• Experience in manufacturing training and workforce development Lean, TWI, standardized work, or CI experience
• Experience with LMS or digital training platforms
• Strong leadership and coaching skills

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Directly leads Training Coaches, and regional training teams across assigned facilities.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Often required to sit, repetitive hand motion (such as typing), hear, listen, talk, stand, walk, bend, stoop, climb stairs, crawl reach overhead push/pull and lift up to 30 pounds. Seldom required to climb ladders, kneel, squat, crouch, balance or lift over 50 pounds.

OTHER DUTIES:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the incumbent for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Weekly Hours:

40

Benefits for Employees in the US:

• Medical, Vision, Dental and Basic Life Insurance, available 401k retirement plan with company match of up to 6%.
• Paid time off includes: 9-11 paid holidays each year, two weeks’ prorated vacation as a new hire and either personal time (non-exempt only) or state mandated sick time.

More information can be found via: https://learn.bswift.com/la-z-boy

If this role requires travel / driving in order to perform the key responsibilities outlined above, candidates must be able to meet the qualifications noted in the company’s Driver Management Program to be considered for the role.

At La-Z-Boy Incorporated, we're an equal opportunity employer.

We understand that our employees’ diverse backgrounds, experiences, perspectives, and viewpoints add value to our ability to create and deliver the best possible service, quality products, and is of utmost importance as we work together to build comfort.

All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

We are committed to fostering an environment in which all employees feel valued, included, and empowered to do their best work and bring great ideas to the table.

If you are a qualified individual that may need a change or adjustment to the application/interviewing/hiring process as a result of your disability, you may request a reasonable accommodations by emailing our recruiting team at [e-mail] or by calling 734-242-1444.

Come experience the power of comfort in your career! At La-Z-Boy, we believe people are our most important asset. From our manufacturing facilities and Furniture Galleries to our LEED-certified world headquarters, we empower our people to build something amazing every day. If you’re ready to join an industry-leading organization that values passion, innovation, and helping our communities, you’re ready to explore La-Z-Boy. There are chairs that need to be filled at La-Z-Boy. Find out if there’s one for you. La-Z-Boy has been building incredible furniture since 1927, and there's a reason people still want La-Z-Boy in their homes—and more importantly, a reason great people are proud to be part of our company. We represent decades of hard-working, talented individuals coming together across the globe to continue our legacy and propel us into the future.