Manager - Manufacturing Capability Development - Remote

About the role

For our client, we are seeking a Manager - Manufacturing Capability Development - Remote to join the team of a leader in the Manufacturing & Automotive space. This role will guide enterprise-wide technical capability development across manufacturing sites, with a focus on building stronger workforce skills and qualifications. You will partner closely with site leadership, operational teams, and external learning partners to align training priorities with business needs. The position will also shape governance, improve learning systems, and strengthen the organization's ability to measure capability growth and operational impact.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead the enterprise technical capability strategy
• Establish governance processes for technical capability programs
• Align capability building priorities with operational and strategic business goals
• Identify capability gaps with site leadership teams and develop targeted plans
• Measure workforce competency and qualification progress to gauge business impact
• Drive improvements in training systems and methodologies
• Lead modernization of manufacturing learning systems and technologies

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Manufacturing, or a related field
• 7 years of relevant manufacturing or operations experience
• Proven experience in developing technical training programs
• Strong grasp of adult learning principles and competency-based training
• Ability to influence without direct authority across multiple sites
• Solid project management and organizational skills
• Exceptional communication and relationship-building abilities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and training management systems

Benefits

• Variety of training and development opportunities
• Mentorship and coaching for career advancement
• Opportunities for travel between company locations
• Engagement with external educational institutions and industry organizations