Training Manager

Caterpillar • Lafayette, IN

1d • $112,710 - $169,060 • Onsite

About The Position

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc. When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it. The Large Power Systems Division (LPSD) team has a Training Manager role open in Lafayette, IN. In this role you will be the onsite manager of the training team, supporting approximately 1800 employees, with the primary responsibility for overseeing all development aspects within the facility while working closely with the Manager Human Resources, Factory Manager, and on-site senior leaders. As a member of the Human Resources team, you will need to have a growth mindset, promote continuous improvement, and help build a defect-free culture. We have a fabulous team, and we can’t wait for you to join us!

Requirements

• Training and Development : Knowledge of employee training and development methodologies; ability to ensure that a target population has the knowledge and skills required to meet both tactical and strategic objectives.
• Managing Multiple Priorities : Knowledge of effective self-management practices; ability to manage multiple concurrent objectives, projects, groups, or activities, making effective judgments as to prioritizing and time allocation.
• Problem Solving : Knowledge of approaches, tools, techniques for recognizing, anticipating, and resolving organizational, operational or process problems; ability to apply knowledge of problem solving appropriately to diverse situations.
• Data Gathering and Reporting : Knowledge of tools, techniques and processes for gathering and reporting data; ability to practice them in a particular department or division of a company.
• Effective Communications : Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors.
• Bachelor’s degree with experience in Learning & Development, Manufacturing Training and/or equivalent experience.
• Experience creating and developing internal training programs (manufacturing a huge plus)
• Project Management experience

Responsibilities

• Lead team of training and development professionals to collaborate effectively with other Centers of Excellence and serve as thought leaders to the business.
• Collaborating with management as a strategic advisor helping identify and prioritize training and development initiatives that align with the organization's strategic goals and objectives.
• Partner closely with facility leadership on the strategic design and deployment of operations training.
• Design, implement, and manage comprehensive talent programs aimed at developing and retain talent, leveraging enterprise standards and tailoring them to fit unique operational needs.
• Assisting management in evaluating the effectiveness of the organization's talent practices and recommending improvement opportunities.
• Evaluating existing curriculum or learning solutions and recommending appropriate approaches for improving the quality, cost, and value of development programs.
• Implementing programs with efficient use of resources, including working with vendors and technology solutions, to achieve learning goals aligned to business objectives.

Benefits

• Our goal at Caterpillar is for you to have a rewarding career. Our teams are critical to the success of our customers who build a better world. Here you earn more than just a salary because we value your performance.
• We offer a total rewards package that provides benefits on day one (medical, dental, vision, RX, and 401K) along with the potential of an annual bonus. Additional benefits include paid vacation days and paid holidays.
• Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)
• 401(k) savings plans
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Health Lifestyle Programs
• Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts
• Career Development
• Incentive bonus
• Disability benefits
• Life Insurance
• Parental leave
• Adoption benefits
• Tuition Reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager