Management Development Program – Learning & Development

LATICRETE International is seeking driven and passionate Learning & Development professionals for our Management Development Program (MDP)—an accelerated, hands-on experience designed to prepare you for an impactful career in L&D within a global manufacturing organization.

About the role

The 12–18 month rotational program develops future Learning & Development professionals through business immersion, employee development initiatives, and hands-on learning program management. Participants complete structured rotations in key functions—Manufacturing, Digital Education, Technical Service, Marketing, and Sales—to build a comprehensive understanding of the organization, employee experience, and business needs. You’ll interact directly with senior leadership and lead high-impact L&D initiatives.

What You’ll Gain

• Deep business understanding: Learn manufacturing through a people-focused lens, gaining exposure to operations, culture, and employee development.
• Hands-on learning experience: Design, facilitate, and support training initiatives that drive immediate impact on employee growth and organizational success.
• Cross-functional business rotations: Tackle real-world challenges across departments to understand how learning drives performance.
• Leadership readiness: Build a foundation for a long-term career in Learning & Development, Human Resources, leadership development, or other business functions.

Responsibilities

• Employee Journey & Onboarding: Support the design, delivery, and continuous improvement of the employee onboarding experience. Partner with stakeholders to enhance the journey from candidate to long-term employee. Develop onboarding curricula and resources that promote engagement and accelerate productivity.
• Digital Education & Technical Service Training: Collaborate with Digital Education to develop and maintain digital learning content for employees and customers. Work with Technical Service to design and deliver technical training programs using instructor-led formats.
• Marketing Partnership, Branding & Communications: Contribute to internal communications, employee newsletters, learning campaigns, and promotional materials that drive awareness and engagement. Build cross-functional relationships and gain exposure to marketing strategies, branding principles, and communication best practices to enhance learning adoption.

About LATICRETE

For 70 years, LATICRETE has been a family-owned, globally recognized leader in construction chemicals, operating in 100 countries with over 2,000 employees. We combine the agility of a family business with the impact of a global organization, valuing innovation, collaboration, diversity, and community.

Requirements

• Master’s Degree (MBA, MIB, MA, or MS) in Human Resources, Psychology, Organizational Development, Learning & Development, or a related field.
• 3+ years of professional Human Resources experience.
• Association for Talent Development (APTD or CPTD) or similar certification preferred.
• Must be willing and able to live in Connecticut.
• Strong interest in employee learning, leadership development, training, and organizational effectiveness.
• Demonstrated leadership skills and desire to lead within a dynamic, growing organization.
• Self-starter with an entrepreneurial mindset; able to work independently or collaboratively.
• Comfortable spending time on the manufacturing floor to learn business operations and the employee experience.
• Willingness to travel during business rotations as needed.

After the Program

Upon completion, associates are eligible for opportunities within Human Resources, including Learning & Development or other business areas, based on performance, interests, skills, and organizational needs.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• 13 paid holidays plus vacation and sick time.
• Flexible spending and supplemental insurance options.

Join a company where your growth drives ours—and where leadership development isn’t just a program, it’s a career path.