Training Manager

Wheeler Machinery•Salt Lake City, UT

8h•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Corporate Training Manager to lead strategic training initiatives across our GTM business. This role will focus on enhancing performance, engagement, and career growth for employees in sales, rental, parts, digital, safety and support functions. You will lead the design and execution of learning programs that build soft skills, product knowledge, computer technological aptitude, customer service excellence, and leadership capabilities—ensuring our employees are equipped to thrive in a customer-driven environment.

Requirements

Minimum 8 years of experience in the Corporate Learning & Development field, preferably in customer-facing, or operational environments.
Bachelor’s degree in organizational development, Human Resources, Business Management (w/ L&D experience), Education, or related field.
Experience leading teams, meeting performance goals
Experience designing and delivering training programs, with proven experience developing content and ILT/VLT Facilitation.
Knowledge of instructional design models (e.g., ADDIE, Kirkpatrick).
Knowledge of Learning Management Systems and Content Development tools, experience with Articulate and Video Production is required.
Strong foundation in adult learning principles and instructional design.
Excellent communication and facilitation skills.
Strong Organization Skills is a must.

Nice To Haves

Facilitating Leadership Development at a Senior Manager level.
Project Management and Continuous Improvement (Lean, 5S) experience.
Innovative mindset with experience in customer service, software and technology platforms.
Previous experience in the Industrial, Construction, Manufacturing or Mining Sectors.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute a company-wide learning strategy that supports business goals and fosters a culture of continuous improvement.
Partner with department leaders across the organization to assess skill gaps and identify training needs, and define training strategies that produce outcomes.
Deliver engaging learning across many modalities including workshops, e-learning modules, instructor-led, virtual.
Manage a team that focuses on coordination, content development and training delivery.
Utilizing performance management, KPIs and measurable outcomes to drive results.
Design and implement training programs for GTM business areas, building a new hire development program, digital transformation, driving customer excellence, safety and new leadership.
Creatively solve problems to meet budget, advance with learning technologies and deliver scalable, high-impact training.
Collaborate and work with others on the team, and throughout the company to identify and support training and development needs.
Build relationships with external vendors and trainers to expand learning opportunities and bring fresh perspectives to the organization.
Measure training effectiveness by developing reports, and analyzing metrics and KPIs to continuously improve our training programs.
Oversee training budgets, staffing, and instructor resources to ensure program success.