Learning & Development Manager
About The Position
Kanawha Scales & Systems, is one of the leading Industrial Weighing solutions providers in the United States. Over the years, our ability to grow and set ourselves apart from the competition is the result of a tried-and-true philosophy – take care of our customers and take care of our people. American Equipment was founded in 1969 and serves thousands of customers across a variety of end markets, including light & heavy industrial, automation, mining, public utilities, government, aerospace & defense, and energy. The Learning & Development Manager will play a central role in designing, maintaining, and executing comprehensive training programs for scale technicians, field employees, and administrative staff. This role focuses on developing structured learning pathways, ensuring training content is accurate and relevant, and managing the logistical and compliance components that keep our workforce trained, certified, and audit-ready. While this role does not conduct most training sessions directly, it serves as the architect and owner of the full training ecosystem—ensuring materials, curriculum, schedules, and documentation are aligned with company goals, safety requirements, and quality standards. This is a computer-focused, process-driven role ideal for someone who excels in building organized systems, collaborating with subject-matter experts, and ensuring training programs operate smoothly from planning through execution and documentation.
Requirements
- 2+ years of experience in training coordination, L&D program management, compliance tracking, or operations scheduling.
- Strong experience with Microsoft Excel, Outlook, SharePoint, and/or scheduling tools (Smartsheet, Monday.com, etc.).
- Experience managing certification programs, recertification schedules, or compliance documentation.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail; ability to manage multiple priorities independently.
- Familiarity with OSHA, ISO, or similar regulatory environments.
- Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with technicians, managers, and cross-functional teams.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in industrial, manufacturing, construction, or technical service environments.
- Exposure to LMS or HRIS platforms such as Paylocity Learning, Cornerstone, Absorb, or similar.
- Experience developing or maintaining technical training content or structured learning programs.
- Strong interpersonal skills to interact with technicians, trainers, and management effectively.
Responsibilities
- Learning & Development Program Design
- Training Coordination & Logistics
- Compliance, Tracking & Documentation
- Program Improvement & Evaluation
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
