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Instructional Designer #157995

Reliance One, Inc. · Warren, MI · 4 wk ago
On-siteEducation$33–$35/hrFull-time

Position Overview

Reliance One, Inc. is seeking an experienced Instructional Designer – Manufacturing Learning & Development to support learning initiatives within a manufacturing environment. This role will partner closely with business leaders, subject matter experts, and plant stakeholders to design and deliver performance-based learning solutions that improve safety, quality, productivity, and operational excellence.

What You'll Be Doing

  • Advise manufacturing business partners, plant stakeholders, and subject matter experts on adult learning principles and performance-based learning strategies.

  • Conduct needs analyses to identify performance gaps, determine root causes, and recommend targeted learning and performance support solutions.

  • Partner with SMEs, frontline representatives, and leaders through interviews, observations, and working sessions to validate learning needs.

  • Use business data and operational insights to align learning strategies with manufacturing goals related to safety, quality, productivity, and program launches.

  • Design and develop learning experiences using methodologies such as ADDIE, SAM, rapid prototyping, action-based learning, and scenario-based learning.

  • Create engaging, practice-focused learning activities that mirror real manufacturing challenges and scenarios.

  • Develop learning objectives, assessments, design documents, and success criteria that drive performance improvement.

  • Build multi-modal learning solutions, including:

    • eLearning
    • Instructor-Led Training (ILT)
    • Virtual Instructor-Led Training (VILT)
    • Videos and simulations
    • Workshops
    • Job aids and performance support tools

  • Develop facilitator guides, scripts, communication materials, and standard work documentation that simplify complex technical concepts.

  • Collaborate with SMEs, Learning Program Managers, content writers, and manufacturing stakeholders to gather content and validate technical accuracy.

  • Support project planning activities, including timelines, resources, dependencies, and development expectations.

  • Manage projects using agile learning design approaches to respond to changing manufacturing priorities and launches.

  • Support Learning Management System (LMS) setup and integration of learning materials, curricula, and supporting assets.

Qualifications – What You Bring (Must Haves)

  • Portfolio required demonstrating:

    • eLearning development
    • ILT and VILT materials
    • Scenario-based learning
    • Action-based learning
    • Performance support tools

  • Bachelor's Degree in Instructional Design, Education, Organizational Development, Communications, or a related field, or equivalent experience.

  • 4+ years of experience in instructional design, curriculum development, or eLearning development.

  • Direct experience supporting manufacturing, operations, engineering, quality, safety, or other technical environments.

  • Experience designing and developing web-based training (WBT) and instructor-led training (ILT).

  • Strong knowledge of adult learning theory and instructional design methodologies.

  • Proficiency with:

    • Articulate
    • Vyond
    • Camtasia
    • Adobe Creative Suite
    • Microsoft Office

  • Strong communication skills with the ability to translate technical information into effective learning solutions.

  • Ability to manage multiple projects while maintaining quality and attention to detail.

  • Excellent consulting, relationship-building, and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Qualifications (Added Bonus)

  • Experience supporting plant operations, manufacturing launches, or technical upskilling initiatives.

  • Familiarity with manufacturing processes, continuous improvement, and standardized work environments.

  • Experience developing learning for:

    • Safety systems
    • Quality processes
    • Troubleshooting
    • Ergonomics
    • Throughput improvements
    • Lever Manufacturing initiatives

  • Knowledge of GMS principles and regulated manufacturing environments.

  • Graphic design, visual storytelling, or user-centered design experience.

  • Strong facilitation skills for workshops and stakeholder sessions.

  • Experience with:

    • Action Mapping
    • Design Thinking
    • Scenario-based learning
    • Branching learning design

  • Experience working within large, matrixed organizations and cross-functional teams.

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