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We are the movers of the world and the makers of the future. We get up every day, roll up our sleeves and build a better world -- together. At Ford, we’re all a part of something bigger than ourselves. What will you make today?

As part of our Manufacturing team, you'll help build the world-class, state-of-the-art smart vehicles we're known for. In our plants around the world, we're constantly developing new technologies and processes to further increase our efficiency. You'll get the satisfaction of making great products people use and love.

In this position…

As a Senior Instructional Systems Designer/Learning Specialist for Strategy and Curriculum with a focus on automotive manufacturing and electric vehicle (EV) manufacturing, you will play a key role in designing and implementing comprehensive learning strategies and curriculum development plans to support the growth and development of personnel in the automotive industry. Your expertise in instructional design, curriculum development, and learning strategies will contribute to the design and delivery of effective training programs aligned with business objectives and industry-specific requirements.

Responsibilities

What you'll do …

• Oversee the planning, implementation, and evaluation of learning programs, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and according to established quality standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including subject matter experts, instructional designers, multimedia specialists, and trainers, to develop and implement learning solutions.
• Stay updated on industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in instructional design, learning theories, and adult learning principles.
• Create engaging and interactive instructional materials, including instructor-led training (ILT), e-learning modules, microlearning resources, assessments, and job aids.
• Design and implement strategic plans for training programs, career development pathways, competency frameworks, and performance improvement initiatives.
• Learning Program Management:
• Collaboration and Stakeholder Management:
• Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in instructional design and learning strategies to inform strategy development.
• Conduct in-depth analysis of learning requirements, job roles, and skill gaps to develop comprehensive learning strategies and frameworks.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts (SMEs) to ensure accuracy, relevancy, and alignment of instructional content with industry standards and organizational goals.
• Professional Development and Innovation:
• Act as a trusted advisor to leadership, providing insights and recommendations for learning and development initiatives.
• Establish strong relationships with internal stakeholders, business leaders, and external partners to ensure alignment of learning strategies with organizational objectives.
• Participate in professional development activities, conferences, and communities of practice to expand skills and contribute to the advancement of the field.
• Explore innovative approaches to learning, including gamification, immersive technologies, and social learning, and propose their integration into training programs.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders, presenting learning strategies, progress updates, and evaluation findings to gain support and drive continuous improvement.
• Mentor and coach junior instructional designers, sharing knowledge and expertise to foster their professional growth.
• Monitor and analyze learner feedback, performance data, and evaluation results to continuously improve learning programs and enhance learner outcomes.
• Conduct periodic reviews of curriculum and make updates based on changes in automotive manufacturing processes, EV technologies, and industry regulations.
• Learning Strategy Development:
• Curriculum Design and Development:
• Conduct thorough needs assessments, task analyses, and learner profiling to inform curriculum design decisions.
• Collaborate with key stakeholders to understand business objectives, performance goals, and workforce development needs in the automotive manufacturing and EV sectors.
• Lead the design and development of instructional curricula and learning materials tailored to the needs of automotive manufacturing and EV manufacturing personnel.

Qualifications

You'll have…

• Excellent project management skills, including planning, organizing, and coordinating multiple projects simultaneously.
• Passion for continuous learning, innovation, and staying abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies.
• Strong expertise in instructional design models, learning theories, and adult learning principles.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at various organizational levels.
• Demonstrated experience in designing and managing comprehensive learning strategies, competency frameworks, and career development programs.
• In-depth knowledge of automotive manufacturing processes, assembly line operations, and electric vehicle technologies is highly desirable.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to assess training needs, evaluate program effectiveness, and propose data-driven solutions.
• Proficiency in e-learning authoring tools, multimedia software, instructional technologies and learning management systems (LMS).
• Significant experience in instructional systems design, curriculum development, and learning strategy implementation, preferably in the automotive industry.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Instructional Design, Learning and Development, or a related field.
• Leadership qualities and the ability to mentor and coach junior team members.

You may not check every box, or your experience may look a little different from what we've outlined, but if you think you can bring value to Ford Motor Company, we encourage you to apply!

As an established global company, we offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like: will your story span the globe, or keep you close to home? Will your career be a deep dive into what you love, or a series of new teams and new skills? Will you be a leader, a changemaker, a technical expert, a culture builder...or all of the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including:

• A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year's Day
• Tuition assistance
• Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time
• Paid time off for individual and team community service
• Immediate medical, dental, and prescription drug coverage
• Vehicle discount program for employees and family members, and management leases
• Established and active employee resource groups
• Flexible family care, parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up childcare and more

For a detailed look at our benefits, click here:

2023 Ford New Hire Benefits Summary

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

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