Sr. Instructional Designer

Join a leading organization dedicated to innovation and operational excellence, currently at the forefront of transforming its manufacturing capabilities. This rapidly expanding division offers a unique opportunity to significantly impact the workforce by establishing cutting-edge training solutions that drive efficiency and empower teams. As a pivotal player, you will spearhead the creation of foundational training architecture for a new manufacturing workforce, directly influencing operational success and bridging complex engineering processes with accessible, shop-floor-ready learning experiences. Your work will be instrumental in empowering teams, fostering a culture of continuous learning, and driving productivity from day one.

About the Role

Step into a dynamic and impactful role where your expertise will directly shape the future of a rapidly growing manufacturing workforce! As a Senior Instructional Designer, you won't just be creating content; you'll be building the very foundation of operational excellence, translating intricate technical knowledge into engaging, effective learning experiences that empower teams and drive productivity. This is your chance to lead the charge in establishing innovative training solutions that will directly contribute to the success and continuous improvement of manufacturing facilities.

What You'll Do

• Collaborate directly with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) across critical areas like Safety, Quality, Lean Manufacturing, and Operations to transform complex technical knowledge into structured, impactful training programs.
• Design and develop a critical four-module Minimum Viable Product (MVP) onboarding curriculum, including Manufacturing 101, Safety Fundamentals, Quality Fundamentals, and Lean Manufacturing Basics, setting new hires up for immediate success.
• Establish standardized curriculum templates for presentation decks, facilitator/participant guides, knowledge checks, and video storyboards, leveraging powerful tools like Articulate Storyline to ensure consistency and quality.
• Champion lean manufacturing principles by creating highly visual, intuitive instructional flows that minimize text-heavy manuals, making learning accessible and efficient for all.
• Support the rollout of a new Workforce Development SharePoint hub and seamlessly integrate training content with the organization's Docebo-based Learning Management System (LMS), ensuring widespread access and effective delivery.
• Lead a robust five-gate content governance process, from initial SME intake through final deployment and comprehensive train-the-trainer activities, ensuring high standards and successful implementation.
• Conduct ongoing needs analysis and apply core instructional design methodologies (such as the ADDIE model) to ensure all learning objectives are precisely targeted and effectively met, driving measurable results.
• Continuously evaluate training effectiveness through formative assessments and learner feedback, driving iterative improvements and refining course design to maintain peak performance.

What You'll Bring

• Proven track record in curriculum development, specifically within frontline manufacturing or skilled trades training environments, demonstrating your ability to connect with a hands-on workforce.
• Expertise in Articulate Storyline, Learning Management Systems (LMS), and multimedia creation tools (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite, Canva), enabling you to produce high-quality, engaging content.
• Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to craft compelling messaging that resonates with a highly diverse audience, from senior executives to first-year apprentices, fostering understanding and engagement.
• Strong project management capabilities, demonstrating the ability to work independently and transform vague instructions into polished, effective learning products in a fast-paced setting.
• Deep understanding of adult learning theories and the ability to design comprehensive blended learning solutions (Instructor-Led Training, digital modules, video, job aids) beyond traditional e-learning or compliance slide decks, ensuring impactful and diverse learning experiences.

About Aquent Talent

Aquent Talent connects the best talent in marketing, creative, and design with the world's biggest brands.

Our eligible talent get access to amazing benefits like subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with a match. We also offer free online training through Aquent Gymnasium. More information on our awesome benefits!

Aquent is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We're about creating an inclusive environment-one where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, and everyone can contribute, grow their careers, and thrive.

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