Learning & Development Specialist - Omaha NE

This position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers.

About the role

Eaton’s Electrical sector is hiring a Learning & Development Specialist to work onsite at our Omaha, Nebraska manufacturing site. Reporting to the site HR Manager, this role is responsible for designing, delivering, coordinating, and continuously improving employee learning and development programs across the facility. The Learning & Development Specialist supports the development of a skilled, engaged, and high-performing workforce by leading onboarding initiatives, facilitating technical and professional development programs, managing learning systems, and partnering with leaders to identify training needs.

The role works closely with HR, Manufacturing, Operations Excellence (OpEx), Quality, EHS, and external educational partners to build a comprehensive learning ecosystem that supports compliance, capability development, career growth, and organizational performance.

Responsibilities

• Learning Program Development & Delivery
  • Design, develop, and maintain learning programs for new hires, frontline employees, technical specialists, and leaders.
  • Create engaging learning materials including SOP-based training modules, eLearning content, videos, job aids, assessments, and facilitator guides.
  • Facilitate instructor-led training sessions and coordinate subject matter expert (SME) participation across functional departments.
  • Support the implementation of blended learning solutions that combine classroom, on-the-job, and digital learning experiences.
  • Evaluate training effectiveness and continuously improve learning content based on feedback and performance outcomes.
• New Hire Onboarding
  • Coordinate and facilitate employee onboarding programs in partnership with HR and operational leaders.
  • Develop structured onboarding pathways that accelerate employee productivity and engagement.
  • Ensure consistency in orientation, compliance training, and job readiness across departments.
  • Monitor onboarding effectiveness and recommend improvements to enhance the new hire experience.
• Learning Management & Training Administration
  • Administer the Eaton University Learning Management System (LMS), including user assignments, content management, compliance tracking, and reporting.
  • Maintain site learning plans and training calendars for both plant-wide and department-specific programs.
  • Track attendance, certifications, qualifications, and recertification requirements.
  • Generate reports and analytics to provide visibility into training completion, compliance, qualifications, and workforce capability development.
  • Conduct training needs analyses and support department leaders in developing targeted learning plans.
• Workforce Development & Career Growth
  • Partner with leaders to identify skill gaps and establish development plans aligned with business needs.
  • Support career progression frameworks, skill matrices, and employee development pathways.
  • Coordinate apprenticeship programs, technical certifications, and workforce development initiatives.
  • Collaborate with educational institutions, workforce development organizations, and training providers to expand learning opportunities.
  • Promote a culture of continuous learning and employee development.
• Continuous Improvement & Learning Effectiveness
  • Use employee feedback, operational performance metrics, audits, and assessments to improve learning outcomes.
  • Support learning and development projects from planning through implementation.
  • Measure training effectiveness through assessments, knowledge retention, performance indicators, and business impact metrics.
  • Apply adult learning principles and instructional design methodologies to enhance training effectiveness.

Requirements

• Basic Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Education, Organizational Development, Business, or related field.
  • 3+ years of experience in Learning & Development, Training, Human Resources, Manufacturing Operations, or a related field (Relevant Co-Op and Internship experience may count towards this requirement).
  • Experience administering a Learning Management System (LMS).
  • Strong facilitation, presentation, and communication skills.
  • Knowledge of adult learning principles and instructional design methodologies.
• Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience developing training content for manufacturing or industrial environments.
  • Ability to influence without authority.

Skills

• Strong communication and relationship building skills.
• Comfortable engaging operators, technicians, and managers.
• High organization and ability to manage multiple concurrent projects.
• Coaching mindset and strong situational awareness.
• Ability to simplify complex manufacturing concepts for new learners.

Pay

The expected annual salary range for this role is $71,000 - $95,000 a year. Please note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

No relocation benefit is being offered for this position. Only candidates within a 50-mile radius of Omaha, Nebraska will be considered. Active Duty Military Service member candidates are exempt from the geographical area limitation.

Eaton will not consider applicants for employment immigration sponsorship or support for this position.