Training and Development Specialist

Who we are ESPEC North America (ENA) is partner in environmental and accelerated reliability test chambers and solutions with a long history and deep expertise in making the world a better place through better quality, higher reliability products. Mission We continually aim to grow and evolve by building mutually responsive, innovative partnerships with our customers, vendors, and strategic allies, and creating opportunities for our team members. Our cornerstone is to be the most reliable and accessible supplier of testing solutions. Working Schedule 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Monday - Friday. Description We are looking for a Training & Development Specialist who will lead the organization’s training and development function, including designing, implementing, managing, and evaluating employee development programs that support organizational goals, workforce planning, talent management strategies, and operational excellence within a manufacturing environment. The Specialist partners closely with leadership, operations, quality, safety, and other cross‑functional teams to assess training needs and ensure employees possess the technical, compliance, and leadership skills necessary to achieve production goals and broader business objectives. This position balances strategic ownership of the learning and development function with hands‑on, tactical execution, enhancing workforce capability, supporting safety and regulatory compliance, improving performance, and fostering a culture of continuous learning across the organization. Strategic Leadership of Training Function Develop and execute an annual training and development strategy aligned with business objectives and workforce planning initiatives. Establish training standards, frameworks, and metrics to ensure effectiveness and continuous improvement. Identify organizational skill gaps and implement scalable development solutions. Manage the learning management system (LMS) and overall training infrastructure. Program Design & Delivery Design, develop, and deliver technical, safety, compliance, leadership, and professional development programs. Conduct training needs assessments through collaboration with managers and cross‑functional leaders. Evaluate training effectiveness using assessments, feedback, and performance data. Maintain accurate training records to ensure compliance with company and regulatory requirements. Workforce & Talent Development Support onboarding programs to ensure successful new hire integration and productivity. Partner with managers to create individual development plans (IDPs). Contribute to succession planning and leadership development initiatives. Support performance management processes through coaching tools, development resources, and manager training. Compliance & Risk Management Coordinate and track required safety, regulatory, and policy training. Ensure alignment with OSHA, industry regulations, and internal compliance standards. Support audits and maintain documentation related to training compliance. Employee Engagement & Culture Promote a culture of continuous learning and professional growth. Support employee engagement initiatives tied to retention and development. Facilitate learning initiatives that reinforce company values and organizational effectiveness. Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability that may be necessary for this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Business Administration, or related field required. Experience 5+ years of experience in training and development, preferably within a manufacturing environment. Experience supporting safety and compliance training programs strongly preferred. Experience managing or leading a training function preferred. Certifications (Preferred) SHRM‑CP or SHRM‑SCP PHR or SPHR ATD certification (CPTD) a plus Work Environment Office environment with regular presence on the manufacturing floor. May require occasional travel for training or professional development. Competencies Job Knowledge – Exhibits ability to learn and apply new skills; displays understanding of how the job relates to others; uses resources effectively. Continuous Learning – Seeks feedback to improve performance; pursues training and development opportunities; strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; shares expertise with others. Problem Solving – Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; works well in group problem‑solving situations. Communication & Facilitation – Delivers engaging training programs and communicates clearly across all organizational levels. Ownership & Accountability – Takes full responsibility for the training and development function, ensuring measurable outcomes. Strategic Thinking – Aligns training initiatives with long‑term business goals and workforce planning strategies. Business Acumen – Understands manufacturing operations, production goals, and organizational priorities to ensure development programs support operational success. Consultation & Influence – Partners effectively with leadership and managers to recommend development strategies and drive adoption of training initiatives. Critical Evaluation – Uses workforce data, KPIs, and performance metrics to assess training effectiveness and recommend improvements. Safety and Security – Observes safety and security procedures; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly. Physical Demands While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and color vision. Employees will spend 50% of their time walking the plant. Guiding Principles Respect – Exhibit tact and consideration; assist and support co‑workers; work cooperatively in group situations. Improvement – Seek feedback to improve performance; pursue training and development opportunities; strive to continuously build knowledge and skills; share expertise with others. Safety – Observe safety and security procedures; report potentially unsafe conditions; use equipment and materials properly. Effective – Exhibit ability to learn and apply new skills; display understanding of how the job relates to others; use resources effectively. Solutions – Exhibit good listening and comprehension; keep others adequately informed. Lawful – Follow instructions and respond to management direction; take responsibility for own actions; complete tasks on time or notify appropriate person with an alternate plan. Ownership – Give and welcome feedback; contribute to building a positive team spirit; put success of team above own interests; support everyone’s efforts to succeed. Urgency – Meet productivity standards and complete work in a timely manner. Deliver – Demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness; monitor work to ensure quality. #J-18808-Ljbffr