Instructional Designer (Training)

Tremco Construction Products Group•Columbus, GA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Operations Training Instructional Designer is responsible for designing, developing, implementing, and continuously improving operational training programs that support employee performance, safety, quality, productivity, and engagement across manufacturing operations. This role partners closely with plant leadership, subject matter experts (SMEs), supervisors, and frontline employees to create effective learning solutions that accelerate onboarding, increase job proficiency, and support operational excellence. The ideal candidate combines instructional design expertise with a strong understanding of manufacturing processes, adult learning principles, and frontline workforce development.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Instructional Design, Education, Organizational Development, Learning & Development, Operations Management, Industrial Technology, or related field.
3-5+ years of instructional design experience in manufacturing, industrial, logistics, operations, or technical training environments.
Experience developing instructor-led, eLearning, and performance support materials.
Experience creating video-based learning and digital learning assets.
Strong understanding of adult learning principles and instructional design methodologies.
Experience working directly with operational subject matter experts.
Excellent project management, communication, and facilitation skills.
Ability to work effectively in both office and production environments.

Nice To Haves

Manufacturing industry experience.
Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or Continuous Improvement methodologies.
Experience with Learning Management Systems (LMS).
Familiarity with SOP development and technical documentation.

Responsibilities

Design and develop engaging operational training programs for manufacturing employees, team leaders, supervisors, and support functions.
Create instructor-led, virtual, eLearning, video-based, and performance support learning solutions.
Develop training materials including: Facilitator guides, Participant materials, Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) learning aids, Work instructions, Job aids, Assessments and knowledge checks, Skills certification programs.
Convert technical and operational information into clear, learner-friendly training materials.
Apply adult learning principles and instructional design methodologies to maximize learning effectiveness and retention.
Partner with plant leaders and subject matter experts to identify operational training needs.
Support onboarding and proficiency development for manufacturing employees.
Develop training programs related to: Production processes, Equipment operation, Quality systems, Safety procedures, Lean manufacturing principles, Continuous improvement initiatives, Standard work practices.
Conduct job task analyses to identify critical knowledge, skills, and performance requirements.
Observe plant operations to ensure training reflects actual workflows and operational expectations.
Maintain training documentation and learning records.
Ensure training content remains current, compliant, and aligned with operational changes.
Manage training project timelines and deliverables.
Evaluate training effectiveness through assessments, performance metrics, observations, and stakeholder feedback.
Recommend enhancements based on operational performance trends and learner feedback.
Build strong partnerships with: Operations leaders, Plant managers, Safety teams, Quality teams, Human Resources, Continuous Improvement teams.
Facilitate SME working sessions to capture operational knowledge and best practices.
Serve as a trusted advisor on learning and performance improvement initiatives.
Use operational and training metrics to identify performance gaps and learning opportunities.
Recommend innovative learning solutions that improve employee capability and business results.
Support workforce development initiatives that strengthen employee engagement, retention, and career progression.
Contribute to a culture of learning, accountability, and operational excellence.