Learning Development Jobs in Duluth, MN (NOW HIRING)

Job Summary

The Senior Manager for LD Training in Innovation and Operations is responsible for building and leading the technical training programs that develop the skills, knowledge, and performance of our production workforce. This role oversees all aspects of manufacturing training, ranging from new hire orientation, onboarding, and job certification to upskilling and cross-training.

The Manager works closely with production leaders, engineers, and subject matter experts to translate operational needs into a structured, effective training program. This role also leads a team of trainers and plays a key role in sustaining a culture of continuous improvement, learning, and excellence on the shop floor.

Duties and Responsibilities/Essential Functions

• Serves teams that include supervisors and individual contributors.
• Develop and maintain job-specific training programs for production team members ranging from technicians to Supervisors, including onboarding, skills development, and quality compliance-based instruction.
• Manage and ensure implementation of technical training content in multiple formats (hands-on, digital, classroom) to meet the diverse learning needs of employees.
• Partner with engineering, operations, and quality teams to ensure training supports safety, efficiency, and process standardization.
• Lead, coach, and develop a team of Learning and development specialists, technical trainers, and Instructional designers.
• Provide clear direction, performance feedback, and professional development for direct reports.
• Ensure consistency and quality in training delivery across shifts, work areas, and facilities.
• Oversee use of the Learning Management System (LMS), including course assignment, training record accuracy, and compliance tracking.
• Manage technical training documentation, job aids, and other resources that support shop-floor learning.
• Create and execute new internal and external technical talent programs such as internships, externships, and apprenticeship programs
• Create and manage standard On-The-Job training programs.
• Serve as the representative for the company on local and regional boards.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Technology, Education, Organizational Development, or a related field. (Master’s preferred).
• 10+ years of experience in learning and development, technical training, with 5 years of management & leadership experience.
• Strong understanding of adult learning principles, instructional design, and training facilitation.
• Experience working in a production or operations environment, preferably in aerospace, automotive, or other regulated industries.
• Proficiency with Learning Management Systems and Microsoft Office tools.
• Strong communication, project management, and team leadership skills.
• Knowledgeable in digital learning media (infographic, training videos, etc.)
• Must have experience with Learning Management Systems and Instructional Design software

Our Benefits: Cirrus provides a range of exciting benefits, including:

• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, vision, dental, with additional dependent coverage options
• Employer-Paid Coverages: Group term life, short- and long-term disability insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts: FSA and HSA offerings with company contributions to HSA
• Well-being: Calm Health, Employee Assistance Program, and wellness incentives through medical provider
• 401(k) Plan: Dollar-for-dollar match up to 5% after 90 days, with 100% vesting at 1 year of service
• PTO: Various PTO plans starting at 100 hours accrued within the first year
• Additional Time off Benefits: Paid holidays, 2 weeks of Paid Parental leave, paid time for funeral leave and jury duty
• Career Development: Tuition reimbursement program and professional growth opportunities
• Exclusive Discounts: Cirrus Store, partner and marketplace discounts available
• Community & Engagement: Company and employee clubs at various locations

These benefits are designed to support your well-being, growth, and enjoyment at Cirrus!

Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Drives Results: Consistently achieves results, even under tough circumstances.
• Ensures Accountability: Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments.
• Manages Complexity: Makes sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes, contradictory information to effectively solve problems.

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 position. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Work beyond 40 hours per week may be required.

Cirrus is dedicated to a drug free work environment promoting equal employment opportunity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, national origin, color, age, disability, religion, pregnancy, veteran status, marital and family status, sexual orientation, receipt of public assistance, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.