Director of Education & Outreach

READER PRECISION SOLUTIONS•Elkhorn, WI

4h•Onsite

About The Position

This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the next generation workforce in high-tech manufacturing. The Director of Education & Outreach is a strategic leadership role responsible for building and sustaining strong partnerships with K–12 schools, technical colleges, and universities. This position plays a critical role in developing a robust talent pipeline through internships, youth apprenticeships, and early-career hiring initiatives, while also leading internal training and development programs that support organizational performance.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Education, Workforce Development, or a related field (or equivalent experience) with 5+ years of teaching experience.
Proven experience building partnerships with K–12 schools, technical colleges, and universities
Demonstrated success designing and implementing education
Strong project management, organizational, and analytical skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) and video editing software
Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and adapt to changing demands

Nice To Haves

Experience in manufacturing, technical training or workforce development programs is preferred.
Knowledge of ISO/AS training compliance requirements is preferred
Experience working with learning management systems (LMS) is preferred

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain strategic partnerships with K–12 schools, technical colleges, and universities
Serve as the primary liaison between the organization and educational institutions
Design and execute outreach strategies to attract students to careers in high-tech manufacturing
Conduct school visits, presentations, career panels, and participate in Career & Technical Education (CTE) initiatives
Collaborate with CTE coordinators to identify, recruit, and screen candidates for youth apprenticeship programs
Coordinate and participate in career fairs, Manufacturing Day, and other community engagement events
Lead initiatives such as the IMTS student trip and other experiential learning opportunities
Design, implement, and continuously improve internal technical training programs aligned with business needs
Partner with manufacturing leadership and subject matter experts (SMEs) to develop curriculum focused on safety, quality, and operational excellence
Develop and maintain training materials, manuals, and multimedia content
Establish and guide a mentor network to support employee development
Facilitate training sessions, assessments, and career development planning
Identify skill gaps and implement targeted training solutions
In partnership with HR, oversee onboarding, training, and rotational programs for all employees, including interns and youth apprentices
Partner with HR and operational leaders to evaluate performance and development
Create meaningful development experiences and cross-functional exposure opportunities
Ensure alignment between educational programs and company workforce needs
Maintain accurate and audit-ready training records (ISO/AS compliance)
Ensure completion of required certifications and training programs
Partner with HR to track and report training metrics
Support workforce planning through data-driven insights
Foster a culture of continuous learning and improvement
Communicate effectively across all levels of the organization
Serve as an ambassador for the company’s values and mission internally and externally
Lead special projects and initiatives as assigned

Benefits

Competitive wages (paid weekly on Thursday's)
8% of base pay shift differential (2nd & 3rd shift)
Health insurance with points based
Holistic wellness program
Dental insurance
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Partnership with a near site local clinic for FREE health services including primary & preventative care, walk in visits, labs, prescriptions, etc.
FREE vision insurance!
401(k) retirement savings plan with up to 4.5% company match (immediately vested!)
Vacation accrual starts upon hire - accrue up to 2.5 weeks in first year!
9 paid holidays with up to two discretionary holidays each year
Education assistance up to $5,250 annually (after 12 months of service)
Professional development opportunities – internal & external (cross-departmental training, PMPA conferences, IMTS-Chicago, local technical colleges/universities, & more…)
Career advancement – ongoing training & mentoring with opportunity to grow your skills
Performance bonus – potential to receive a discretionary year-end bonus based on individual and group performance
Company paid Short-Term Disability policy
Company events – team lunches, summer picnic event, holiday party
Company zoo pass to Milwaukee County Zoo
Voluntary pet insurance
Holistic wellness program – earn up to $700 in incentives through points accumulation for accomplishing a variety of wellness activities. Also offered by the Company are employer paid onsite flu shots, biometric screenings, free health coaching & MUCH more!
Employer paid life insurance – $50,000 policy with options for voluntary life up to $400,000 benefit maximum
Financial planning resources & onsite financial wellness workshops
Employer subsidized work shoes & safety glasses program
Reader Precision Solutions branded attire – $100 annual allowance
Employee Referral bonus – $1,000