The Training and Development Specialist will work with all levels of the organization to define the plant training needs as it pertains to job roles (technical, leadership and the Stellantis Industrial System: SIS) and will create and deploy the relevant course material.  Training methods will include classroom training, simulation-based activities, in plant and in academy workshops and coaching sessions.  In-plant follow up with participants is required to gauge proper implementation of the methods and tools taught.  Training planning as well as tracking and reporting of key metrics is necessary to capture knowledge gain and KPI and KAI improvements.   This opportunity allows trainers at the SIS Academies to collaborate with all of the SIS Academy teams in Warren, Kokomo and Mexico ensuring synergies between all Academies. This role will liaison with the North American Shop Directors/Domain Leads to obtain the core “standard” of the process or tool and will then create training material which is 30% theory based and 70% simulation based. Creative and innovative techniques are required to create interesting and engaging interactive activities aligned with the training material. Strong WCM or SIS knowledge paired with active and proven implementation of WCM or SIS core methodology is critical to this job function. Proven experience in training or dissemination of knowledge with retention gain and application is a key attribute. Basic Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in related field or bachelor's degree plus 3 years of experience in related field Experience in training program development and management Manufacturing experience Strong proficiency in PowerPoint Attention to detail Excellent communication skills (written and oral) Highly organized with the ability to adapt to changes Ability to work in a team and in a fast-paced environment Ability to work with all levels of management and UAW Ability to equate actions to results Preferred Qualifications: Experience in training curriculum development Experience in direct application of WCM / SIS methodology and associated tools Completion of a train the trainer program (certified trainer designation) Supervisor experience Instructional design experience: classroom, electronic, on-the-job Ability to use raw data to drive strategic plans to impact KPIs Ability to read/create radar chart and skill matrix