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Job Number #174889 - Emporia, Kansas, United States
Who We Are
Colgate-Palmolive Company is a global consumer products company operating in over 200 countries specializing in Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care, Skin Care, and Pet Nutrition. Our products are trusted in more households than any other brand in the world, making us a household name!
Join Colgate-Palmolive, a caring, innovative growth company reimagining a healthier future for people, their pets, and our planet. Guided by our core values—Caring, Inclusive, and Courageous—we foster a culture that inspires our people to achieve common goals. Together, let's build a brighter, healthier future for all.
 

The Learning Content Creator plays a pivotal role in driving organizational capability by developing accessible, engaging, and high-impact training materials. Reporting directly to the Workforce Development Manager, this position translates complex processes and technology rollouts into digestible, multimedia e-learning experiences. By owning the creative production lifecycle end-to-end, this individual ensures our frontline and functional teams are equipped with the knowledge needed to excel. This is an exciting opportunity to directly influence operational excellence and shape the modern learning ecosystem within a dynamic manufacturing environment.

• Lead Creative Production: Own the end-to-end content lifecycle—including scripting, filming, editing, motion graphics, sound design, and publishing—to deliver high-quality, professional learning assets.

• Partner with Stakeholders: Collaborate closely with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), trainers, and functional leaders to translate complex technical processes into accessible and meaningful instructional materials.

• Develop Multimodal Content: Design and author diverse instructional resources ranging from short-form microlearning modules and visual aids to comprehensive troubleshooting guides and quick-reference instructions.

• Optimize External Content: Evaluate and review vendor-provided training courses, strategically adapting and customizing them to align with internal organizational needs and standards.

• Manage Project Lifecycles: Oversee multiple simultaneous content development initiatives, ensuring all deliverables meet strategic business priorities and strict project deadlines.

• Bachelor’s degree 

• 2+ years of professional digital content creation or instructional media experience.

• Proven end-to-end multimedia production capability, with demonstrated skills in filming, lighting, audio engineering, and video editing.

• Ability to work flexible schedules as operationally required, including occasional evenings or weekends to support manufacturing shift schedules.

• Professional experience creating content within a manufacturing or industrial environment.

• High proficiency with Google Suite applications and industry-standard content creation tools (e.g., Adobe Creative Cloud, Articulate Storyline).

• Strong foundational knowledge of instructional design principles, adult learning theory, and analytical assessment of learning outcomes.

• Ability to safely navigate and work within a manufacturing plant environment while utilizing all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and perform physical activities required for media production, such as bending, kneeling, or carrying equipment.

Compensation and Benefits
Salary Range $70,000.00 - $96,000.00 USD
Pay is determined based on experience, qualifications, and location. Salaried employees may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, profit-sharing, and long-term incentives for Executive-level roles.
Benefits: Salaried employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, paid parental leave, disability coverage, and participation in the 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions subject to eligibility requirements. Additional benefits include a minimum of 15 vacation/PTO days (hourly employees receive a minimum of 120 hours) and 13 paid holidays (vacation days are prorated based on the employee's hire date within the calendar year). Paid sick leave is adjusted based on role and location in accordance with local laws. Detailed information regarding paid sick leave entitlements will be provided to employees upon hiring and may be subject to adjustments based on changes in legislation or company policies.
Our Commitment to Inclusion
Our journey begins with our people—developing strong talent with diverse backgrounds and perspectives  to best serve our consumers around the world and fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels a true sense of belonging. We are dedicated to ensuring that each individual can be their authentic self, is treated with respect, and is empowered by leadership to contribute meaningfully to our business.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Colgate is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, marital status, veteran status (United States positions), or any other characteristic protected by law.
Reasonable accommodation during the application process is available for persons with disabilities. Please complete this request form should you require accommodation.
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