Management Development Program – Learning & Development

LATICRETE•Bethany, CT

19h•Hybrid

About The Position

LATICRETE International is looking for driven and passionate Learning & Development professionals to join our Management Development Program (MDP) — an accelerated, hands-on development experience designed to prepare you for a career for impactful career in L&D within a global manufacturing organization. The 12–18 month rotational program is designed to develop future Learning & Development professionals through a combination of business immersion, employee development initiatives, and hands-on learning program management. Participants will complete structured rotations throughout key business functions, including Manufacturing, Digital Education, Technical Service, Marketing and Sales, to develop a comprehensive understanding of the organization, employee experience, and business needs. Throughout the program, participants will gain exposure to all levels of the organization and interact directly with senior leadership. After the completion of the program, the associate will be eligible for opportunities within Human Resources, including Learning & Development or other business areas based on performance, interests, skills, and most importantly, organizational needs.

Requirements

Master’s Degree (MBA, MIB, MA, or MS) in Human Resources, Psychology, Organizational Development, Learning & Development, and/or related field.
3+ years’ professional Human Resources experience.
Must be willing and able to live in Connecticut
Strong interest in employee learning, leadership development, training, and organizational effectiveness.
Demonstrated leadership skills/aptitude and desire to be a leader within a dynamic and growing organization
Must be a self-starter with an entrepreneurial mindset who can work independently or collaboratively.
Must be comfortable spending time on the manufacturing floor to learn business operations and the employee experience.
Willingness to travel during business rotations as needed.

Nice To Haves

Association for Talent Development APTD or CPTD, or similar certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Support the design, delivery, and continuous improvement of the employee onboarding experience.
Partner with stakeholders to enhance the employee journey from candidate to new hire to long-term employee.
Assist in developing onboarding curricula and resources that promote engagement and accelerate productivity.
Collaborate with Digital Education to develop and maintain digital learning content for both employees and customers.
Collaborate with Technical Service on the design and delivery of technical training programs utilizing instructor-led in person formats.
Contribute to internal communications, employee newsletters, learning campaigns, and promotional materials that drive awareness and engagement.
Build cross-functional relationships and gain exposure to marketing strategies, branding principles, and communication best practices that enhance learning adoption across the organization.
Complete structured rotations throughout key business functions, including Manufacturing, Digital Education, Technical Service, Marketing and Sales.
Gain hands-on experience leading and supporting high-impact Learning & Development initiatives.