Instructional Designer
One-Year Contract with Potential for Full-Time Employment. This role reports to the Lead Instructional Designer.
Responsibilities
- Assist in organization-wide training needs assessments to identify skill and/or knowledge gaps that need training as well as aid in prioritizing the list.
- Design and develop training courses and curriculum while working with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to create modules and content.
- Utilize multiple formats—including print, audio, visual, and multimedia—and select the appropriate format for the target audience or content.
- Create learning activities, assignments, and assessments for both online and in-person training.
- Manage outside resources for training content creation where applicable.
- Utilize multimedia tools to enhance the learning process.
- Learn training methods and techniques, use learning principles to prepare and coordinate training sessions.
- Manage online learning communities, content, and train instructors on learning technologies.
- Help determine training methods or activities (e.g., video, classroom, on-the-job training, vendor training, professional development classes).
- Market company training opportunities to employees, encouraging participation by providing information on the benefits of training curriculum.
- Assist in informing team members on scheduled training events.
- Gather and evaluate feedback from team members and management on training results to identify weaknesses and areas that need improvement.
- Meet TKMNA Employee Attributes/Competencies.
Requirements
- 2 to 3 years of experience in instructional design or learning development in a business setting.
- Familiarity with traditional and modern job training methods and techniques.
- Experience with e-learning platforms and LMS training creation software programs such as Articulate, Adobe Captivate, and Camtasia.
- MS Office proficiency.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple assignments.
- Passion for training and learning.
- Strong communication skills and ability to work as part of a team.
Qualifications
- Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in Instructional Design, education, or related field.
- Preferred: Hands-on experience in creating learning content.
- Preferred: Knowledge of learning management systems and web delivery tools.
- Preferred: Adept at graphic and creative design.
- Preferred: 2+ years’ experience with a metal service center and SAP knowledge.
Pay
$90,000–$100,000 + bonus incentive.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
- Life Insurance and Disability.
- Voluntary Wellness Programs.
- 401(k) or RRSP programs with Company Match.
- Paid Vacation and Holidays.
- Tuition Reimbursement.
- Additional benefits may vary based on job, country, union role, and/or company segment.
About the Company
With around 480 locations in over 40 countries, thyssenkrupp Materials Services is the largest materials distributor and service provider in the western world. The broad service spectrum enables customers to focus on their core business. Materials Services spans global materials distribution—including steel, stainless steel, tubes, pipes, nonferrous metals, specialty materials, plastics, and raw materials—and tailored services in materials and supply chain management.
An extensive omnichannel architecture offers 250,000 customers worldwide cross-channel, 24/7 access to over 150,000 products and services. A highly efficient logistics system ensures seamless integration into customer production processes “just-in-time” or “just-in-sequence.”
The Copper and Brass Division Sales is a distributor and processor of aluminum, stainless steel, copper, brass, bronze, and other quality materials serving markets across North America, including Canada and Mexico. The company focuses on the Aerospace, Automotive, Electrical, Medical, and Oil & Gas industries, offering expertise tailored to these segments. For over 80 years, its commitment to premium, customer-first service has established it as a leader in the nonferrous metals industry.