Organizational Development Manager

Organizational Development ManagerDevelop Leaders. Strengthen Talent. Shape the Future.Scot Forge is seeking an Organizational Development Manager to lead talent, leadership, learning, and performance initiatives across our employee-owned organization.This role serves as a strategic partner to business and operational leaders, helping build the systems, capabilities, and culture needed to support organizational growth. The Organizational Development Manager will play a key role in developing leaders, strengthening workforce capability, enhancing performance management processes, and driving organizational effectiveness across a 600-employee company.Why Join Scot Forge?100% Employee-Owned Company (ESOP)Profit Sharing BonusOpportunity to shape leadership, talent, and organizational development strategies across the enterpriseHigh-impact role with visibility across manufacturing and corporate functionsCollaborative culture focused on continuous improvement and employee developmentComprehensive benefits packageAbout Scot ForgeScot Forge is a 130+ year-old, employee-owned manufacturer of custom open die and rolled ring forgings. Our products support critical industries including energy, transportation, manufacturing, mining, infrastructure, aerospace, and national defense.From components used in mining equipment and energy infrastructure to mission-critical aerospace and defense applications, Scot Forge produces forged solutions for some of the world's most demanding environments.What You'll DoAs the Organizational Development Manager, you will:Lead organizational development initiatives that strengthen workforce capability, leadership effectiveness, and business performanceDesign and implement leadership development, succession planning, and employee development programsPartner with leaders to identify organizational needs and deliver targeted development solutionsOversee talent and performance management processes, including goal setting, evaluations, and development planningCoach leaders on performance management, employee development, and organizational effectivenessAnalyze talent and performance data to identify trends and support workforce planning decisionsEvaluate and continuously improve training, leadership, and development programsSupport change management, organizational effectiveness, and employee engagement initiativesManage development investments to maximize business impact and long-term organizational successRequirementsWhat You'll BringRequired QualificationsBachelor's degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Leadership Development, or a related field10+ years of experience in organizational development, talent management, training, or a related discipline5+ years of experience leading organizational change initiativesExperience designing and managing performance management systems within a complex organizationProven ability to influence leaders and drive organizational changeStrong communication, facilitation, coaching, and consulting skillsMust be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorshipPreferred QualificationsExperience supporting manufacturing, industrial, or operational environmentsExperience with leadership development, succession planning, and workforce development strategiesExperience using talent analytics and performance metrics to support business decisionsExperience in employee-owned or values-driven organizationsAdvanced education or professional certifications in organizational development, talent management, or related disciplinesWork EnvironmentPrimarily based in Spring Grove, IllinoisOccasional travel to Franklin Park, Illinois and Clinton, Wisconsin facilitiesCombination of office, meeting, training, and manufacturing-floor environmentsFrequent collaboration with leaders and employees across the organizationAdditional Requirements100% onsite positionMust be able to pass a pre-employment hair follicle drug screenCompensationThe estimated pay range for this position is the lowest and highest range we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We ultimately may pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. The actual base pay offered to a candidate will depend on various factors including but not limited to relevant skills, experience, qualifications, education, certifications, seniority, geographic location and prevailing minimum wage, performance, shift, travel requirements, and business or organizational needs.We offer a comprehensive package of benefits for eligible employees including Medical, Vision, Dental, Hearing, Life (Basic & AD&D), Disability (STD & LTD), 401K Plan with match, Profit Sharing, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), Tax Savings (FSA & HSA), Vacation Time, Paid Time Off, and Paid Holidays.Scot Forge is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and inclusion and welcome all qualified candidates to apply.We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.