Training Development Specialist

Location

Milan, IL | United States

Job description

Training Development Specialist

Milan, Illinois - Full Time

Productive Resources () is seeking a candidate to be part of our engineering team at John Deere's facility in Milan, IL. As a member of our team, the selected candidate will develop training curriculum and performance improvement materials on more complex products, processes, or systems through contributions and participation in a systematic development process. Collect and organize content from various stakeholders by collaborating with intra- and inter-departmental stakeholders. Facilitate the handoff process from development to delivery. Operate independently or as part of a team from the initiation through the completion of a project. May serve as a mentor/coach for less experienced employees of similar positions.

This is a full-time position that is indefinite in duration with the opportunity of professional growth, and additional opportunities within our organization.

Duties:

• Modify training needs and determine appropriate training requirements and delivery methods for students.
• Create course objectives, design course material, independently or collaboratively, aligned with curriculum plan.
• Drive stakeholder consent reviews during the development process, and course material hand-off discussion and activities with the digital process experts and regional functional experts.
• Work with John Deere University team, ensuring training courses and course information are available to students.

Requirements:

• 2 or more years' experience in software application, process, and systems training.
• Ability to identify and capture project details, scope project milestones, execute the plan, prioritize the work, and, at times, work and manage multiple projects/tasks simultaneously.
• Strong communication, change mindset and relationship management skills.
• Strong, demonstrated examples of driving collaboration and inclusion.
• Ability to make sound decisions.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule (early morning/evening) when necessary to support global business needs.
• Must be able to travel up to 25% domestically and internationally.
• Bachelor's degree in communications or related field or equivalent related work experience.

Preferred Skills:

• Demonstrated strong personal commitment to and intentional focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Demonstrated team player fostering a highly engaged, positive, and energized work environment.
• A person who models the organization's vision, linking that vision to daily activities.
• Experience working within a global team. Experience in training content creation and/or technical writing.
• Advanced PowerPoint creation and content presentation skills. Experience with Articulate 360, and/or other learning content creator tools.

As a condition of employment consideration, Productive Resources conducts pre-employment screening, including a background check and drug test. In addition, an employment candidate is required to provide proof of identity and legal authority to work in the United States.

Why work for Productive Resources?

Productive Resources is a full-service engineering firm with over two decades of experience serving leading global clients. Our primary focus is on project-based product development and manufacturing engineering support. Our primary industries of focus are off highway equipment including agricultural, construction, defense, mining, recreational, industrial, and specialty machines.

We lead with our reputation for quality, teamwork, and innovative solutions which keep our clients engaged as a partner in their journey. Our diverse experience and client base will challenge your technical skills and provide greater opportunity for growth.

Our primary delivery center is our Technical Center in Waterloo, IA, as well as numerous customer areas we serve with onsite and remote teams throughout the U.S.

We Offer Competitive Benefits:

• Health and Dental Insurance
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability
• Short-term Disability
• Retirement Savings Account (Traditional 401k & Roth 401k)
• Flexible Spending Plans for Medical Expenses and Dependent Care
• Paid Time Off (PTO)

Equal Opportunity and Veteran Friendly

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