Learning and Development Specialist

Location: US-MI-Novi Openings: 1 Overview Daifuku Airport America Corporation is a subsidiary of Daifuku North America, a group company of Daifuku in Japan – the largest material handling company in the world. Our advanced systems move everything from car bodies at auto plants to luggage at airports to packaged goods at warehouses. We are known as experts in engineering, manufacturing, and servicing innovative automated material handling systems including conveyors, automatic guided vehicles, automated storage & retrieval systems, and integrated controls. The company is currently seeking a Learning and Development Specialist. Position Summary / Primary Purpose Reporting to the Human Resources Manager, the Learning and Development Specialist creates, develops, and manages company-wide learning, development, and training initiatives for management and individual contributors. The role administers the Learning Management System and the Performance Management process and serves as a partner to management and advocate for employees to balance business needs with regulatory requirements, the competitive market landscape, and employee retention needs. Responsibilities Assess organizational needs and design, develop, implement, and deliver learning initiatives that meet the learning needs of new hires and current employees. Collaborate with external training vendors on delivery of customized programs and courses. Implement and administer the Learning Management System (LMS); provide LMS user training and support. Maintain training records and ensure employees complete required training. Maintain training calendar and all course materials. Serve as point of contact for employee training requests and questions. Manage the company-wide Performance Management process; provide user support of the Performance Management system. Evaluate training effectiveness with surveys, interviews, and other methods in consultation with appropriate management including senior leadership; use feedback to revise and improve training programs. Assist with recruiting by self‑sourcing candidates, reducing reliance on staffing agencies, self‑screening all candidates, and developing screening tools in partnership with managers for candidate assessment needs. Negotiate offer terms for new hires, promotions, and transfers. Arrange advertising or posting of job vacancies and notify eligible workers of position availability. Schedule interviews, collect feedback, and update applicant tracking system. Order background checks and drug screens for candidates who accepted the offer of employment. Ensure all paperwork, personnel files, and HRIS data entry is complete and accurate for the protection of the company and employee. Perform other duties as assigned. Knowledge English language: knowledge of the structure and content of the English language, including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar. Principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, training, compensation and benefits, labor relations and negotiation, organizational development, performance management, information systems, and federal and state employment laws. Qualifications Proficiency in LMS, PMS, MS Office, and database software. Knowledge of traditional and modern training methods and tools. Ability to effectively present complex information to a variety of audiences, including senior leadership. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Strong presentation skills and use of presentation software. Education and Experience Bachelor's degree in Training, Human Resources, or a related field, or equivalent experience. Experience designing multiple training events in a corporate setting. Minimum of 3 years of experience with LMS programs, experience with Cornerstone preferred. Minimum of 3 years of experience with PMS programs. CPTD (Certified Professional in Talent Development) certification preferred. Advanced technical knowledge of LMS (experience with Cornerstone preferred) and PMS, Microsoft Office suite, and other computer applications. Demonstrated Physical Abilities Remain stationary for 50% of the time; move/traverse throughout the office to access file cabinets and office equipment; operate a computer and other productivity machinery; inspect documents; communicate with others through talking/hearing; read/identify/assess forms and correspondence. EEO Statement Daifuku Airport America Corporation is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, veterans/disabled, and federal sub/contractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, or medical condition. Benefits Daifuku Airport America Corporation offers an excellent compensation package including medical, vision, and dental insurance, paid vacation time, paid sick time, paid holidays, 401(k), Flexible Spending Programs, and more. #J-18808-Ljbffr Daifuku Airport America Corporation