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Job Summary: Reporting to the Human Resources Manager, the Organizational Development Administrative Assistant will be responsible for the creation of a learning management program, administration, assessment and continuous improvement of employee and management training programs.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Serve as the facility training assistant to develop a comprehensive training program for all key functions. Analyze all operational value streams, determine all critical roles and lead internal work teams and content experts to create curriculums, training materials, and testing materials.
• Maintain and track all training records per IATF and Quality Standards.
• Provide individual learning and coaching opportunities.
• Determine the most appropriate method of program delivery, e.g. on-line, interactive, lecture, hands-on or group instruction.
• Implement a process to monitor and review the effectiveness of training programs/materials by analyzing feedback, on the job performance and evaluation of testing.
• Ensure that training materials are current and accurate.
• Gather feedback from trainers and trainees after each educational session as a part of continuous improvement mentality.
• Conduct internal training assessments and identify skills or knowledge gaps that need to be addressed.
• Coordinate with IT the necessary technology improvements or devices to enhance the training experience.
• Provide logistical support for training, including arranging catering for in-person training and providing technical support for live online training.
• Develop recertification programs, curriculums and testing procedures where required.
• Assist HR with the design and development of apprenticeship and internship programs.
• Provide coverage for receptionist as needed.
• All other duties as assigned.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Proven ability to conduct training using effective training techniques in areas of expertise.
• Strong Instructional Design capabilities
• Ability to assess and validate training programs is effective and applicable for the environment.
• Ability to prioritize assignments while working on various projects simultaneously.
• Proven oral and written communication skills and presentation skills.
• Previous experience working with and implementing a Learning Management System is highly desirable.
• Strong computer skills (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint) required. HRIS experience desired.
• Ability to adapt to fast paced environment and work well under pressure.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Bachelor’s degree in education, Training, HR or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years providing training, instructional design and course development.
• Prior experience in the development of industrial organization-wide training strategies.
• Successful experience delivering both online and face-to-face training.
• Successful experience working with training management tools.
• Experience working with diverse populations in a community or complex organization.
• Organizational development, facilitation, assessments and other training delivery certifications.

Work Environment:

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely involves standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift up to 55 lbs.
• Sitting 80%
• Standing 10%
• Walking 10%

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work: This is a full-time exempt position supporting a multi-shift facility. Work hours are set at the plant level with expected work schedule Monday – Friday and additional weekend hours when necessary to complete work activities.

Travel: 1-10%.

Safety Policy: Safety is everyone’s responsibility. Safety is to be given primary importance in every aspect of planning and performing work on behalf of Linamar Corporation. Linamar Corporation’s goal is to prevent all industrial injury and illness.

AAP/EEO Statement: Linamar Corporation considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.