We are seeking an experienced Training and Organizational Development leader to build and manage a comprehensive training program at our upcoming solar manufacturing facility. In this launch role, you will establish the training organization from the ground up - defining strategy, standards, and timelines pre-SOP while partnering with Operations and Engineering ahead of production start.
You will lead a multidisciplinary team spanning Onboarding, Production and Technical Training, Leadership Development, Content Development, Learning Systems, and Technical Writing, with direct reports including Content Creators, Learning Systems Specialists, and Training Coordinators.
The ideal candidate is driven, organized, and confident, with a proven track record of delivering training programs in fast-paced manufacturing environments and the ability to collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization.
Develop and execute a comprehensive training and organizational development strategy for solar manufacturing operations, covering post-start onboarding, ongoing development, and long-term capability building. Collaborate with management to assess organizational training needs, identify skill gaps, and establish prioritized development plans aligned with business objectives
Build, lead, and scale the training team from inception - including hiring, onboarding, coaching, and performance management of Content Creators, Learning Systems Specialists, and Training Coordinators
Partner with Engineering, Production, and Operations leadership to align training priorities with production goals and ensure seamless implementation of training systems. Partner with the Quality Systems team to enhance training certification processes and lead internal audits to ensure adherence to training requirements and standards
Design and deliver training programs, learning initiatives, and leadership development curricula tailored to specific manufacturing disciplines and operational needs. Develop and manage structured new hire training programs, including daily and weekly check-ins to ensure onboarding effectiveness and early performance success
Lead the technical writing team to maintain and update manufacturing instructions, process documentation, and equipment operation guides in alignment with engineering-approved revisions
Oversee LMS implementation and administration, ensuring accurate tracking, training assignments, completion records, versatility chart management, and compliance reporting
Manage the training department budget, including resource allocation, vendor relationships, and technology investments to effectively support training objectives
Degree in Education or a related field preferred or equivalaet experience
Minimum 7 years of experience leading and managing cross-functional teams in a manufacturing or industrial setting, with at least 5 years of hands-on experience delivering classroom and on-the-job training in a manufacturing environment
Minimum 5 years of experience designing and executing organizational development roadmaps, training strategies, and implementation plans. Proven experience building and scaling large teams, particularly within launch or ramp-up environments
Strong foundation in L&D principles, instructional design, and Learning Management Systems (LMS) administration and utilization. Demonstrated familiarity with continuous improvement methodologies (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma) applied to training and organizational development
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with strong interpersonal and stakeholder engagement capabilities
Highly organized with strong attention to detail; demonstrated accountability, personal leadership, and a continuous improvement mindset
Experience managing budgets and resource planning; willingness to travel domestically and internationally, with increased frequency during pre-ramp phases
Benefits
Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire: