Senior Instructional Designer, Manufacturing Training

Ryzen Solutions; Hayward (CA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ryzen Solutions in Hayward, CA is seeking a Senior Instructional Designer for manufacturing training to design and deliver structured curricula for factory staff, including virtual training, instructor‑led training (ILT) and on‑the‑job training (OJT) and certification frameworks.

Lead the creation of high‑quality training modules with Articulate 360/Rise, collaborate with SMEs and writers, and manage Docebo LMS to ensure accessible, engaging learning experiences in a fast-paced, onsite factory

Qualifications

• Minimum 5–7 years of instructional design in technical/industrial settings.
• Ability to design both virtual and live training with adult learning theory.
• Expert-level Articulate 360 skills and LMS management experience.
• Strong proficiency with Google Workspace and AI tools.
• Ability to translate complex technical docs into clear training content.
• Excellent collaboration across SMEs, managers and writers in a factory environment.
• Ability to independently manage a defined training program in Docebo.

Responsibilities

• Design a structured curriculum for manufacturing and logistics staff, including ILT, VILT and OJT.
• Create high-quality virtual modules using Articulate 360/Rise; ensure accessibility.
• Collaborate with SMEs and Technical Writers to convert specs into training content.
• Develop assessments and checklists to verify learner competency and retention.
• Define standardized OJT processes and smooth handover from virtual to on-site practice.
• Support and optimize the Docebo LMS for content delivery and tracking.

Skills

Instructional design

Virtual & ILT design

Articulate 360

Docebo LMS

Google Suite

AI tools

Content synthesis

SME collaboration

W2 eligible

Education

Master's degree in Instructional Design or related field

Professional certificate in Instructional Design

Tools

Articulate 360

Rise/Storyline

Docebo LMS

Google Workspace

Job description

Senior Instructional Designer, Manufacturing Training Location: Clawiter (fully onsite) Salary Range: Competitive hourly rate of $60-65/hr

Introduction

Our client an autonomous mobility company transforming mobility-as-a-service by developing a fully autonomous, purpose-built robotaxi designed for AI to drive and humans to enjoy, with a mission to create a better way to ride and build a safer, cleaner, and more enjoyable future on the road.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• 5 to 7 years of experience in instructional design, specifically within a technical or industrial environment.
• Proven mastery of both virtual and live training design and development, with a deep understanding of adult learning theory and interactive engagement strategies.
• Expert-level skills in Articulate 360 (Rise/Storyline) and familiarity with managing enterprise-grade LMS platforms (Docebo).
• Proficiency with Google suite and AI tools.
• Exceptional ability to synthesize complex technical documentation into clear, engaging, and action-oriented training content.
• Strong collaborative skills to work across functions with SMEs, managers, and technical writers in a fast-paced, in-person factory environment.
• Ability to independently manage, organize, and develop the training program for a defined area with responsibility for high quality content, organization, and delivery through the learning management system.
• Applicants must be able to work directly on W2.

Preferred Skills & Qualifications

• Candidates with direct experience in autonomous vehicles, high-tech manufacturing, highly regulated industries (e.G., utilities, aviation, medical device, pharmaceuticals), or automotive production are highly preferred.
• Professional certificate or Master's degree in Instructional Design, Educational Technology, or a related technical field is preferred.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Design and develop a structured curriculum for manufacturing and logistics associates, including virtual training, instructor-led training (ILT), and on-the-job training (OJT) and certification frameworks.
• Utilize Articulate 360/Rise to create high-quality virtual training modules that adhere to instructional design best practices, such as information chunking and accessibility standards.
• Partner with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) and Technical Writers to translate complex work instructions and technical specifications into digestible, interactive training materials.
• Create robust, criteria-based assessments and practical qualification checklists to verify learner competency and ensure knowledge retention.
• Define and standardize OJT processes and criteria, ensuring a seamless transition from virtual learning to supervised practical application.
• Support the management and optimization of the Learning Management System (LMS) Docebo.

Company Benefits & Culture

We offer a dynamic work environment with opportunities for growth and development. We are committed to creating a safer, cleaner, and more enjoyable future on the road. As part of our team, you will help shape the future of mobility and contribute to groundbreaking advancements in autonomous vehicle technology.