Training & Development Lead

Job ID: 72638
Location: Liberty, Missouri
Category: Manufacturing

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At Ford, you’ll work on ideas that matter, alongside passionate people who want to make a global impact. Together, we’re shaping the next era of transportation—grounded in purpose, driven by progress. Make your move.

Job Type: Full time
Work Type: On-site

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We made history and now we work to transform the future – for our customers, our communities and our families. You'll see your work on the road every day, helping people move freely and pursue their dreams. At Ford, you can build more than vehicles. Come build what matters.

As part of our Human Resources team, you’ll help us attract, hire and retain the top talent we need to achieve our bold vision. You’ll play a vital role in defining, developing and maintaining the winning culture that empowers diverse individuals to work together and create the impossible. We’re seeking change leaders, talent strategists, employee advocates and culture architects to enable our teams, partners, and businesses to do and be their best.

In this position...

Ford Motor Company is looking for a Training & Development Lead to drive performance consulting within one of our Manufacturing plants. In this role, you will be the architect of workplace learning, responsible for upskilling both hourly and salaried employees. You will ensure our workforce has the technical skills required to achieve business objectives while maintaining the delicate balance between training needs and production schedules.

What you'll do...

Conduct comprehensive training needs analyses at the individual, department, and plant levels to identify skill gaps.
Develop and implement the annual training plan, ensuring alignment with plant business objectives and the Ford Manufacturing Training System.
Evaluate the effectiveness of training programs through rigorous data collection, analysis, and reporting to drive continuous improvement.
Manage the end-to-end coordination of training for new hires (orientation) and existing employees, ensuring efficient scheduling that maintains production targets.
Oversee the logistics of learning, including scheduling instructors, presenters, and training facilities.
Manage the training tracking system to ensure accurate records, reporting, and certification status for internal/external trainers and coaches.
Manage education and training budgets, including forecasting needs and obtaining necessary funding to support the annual plan.
Monitor training completion against the plan to ensure compliance with internal standards and safety requirements.
Maintain audit-ready training records to ensure effective tracking and regulatory compliance.
Lead and facilitate plant training committees, including the Training Steering Committee, Technical Skills Committee, and Vertical Teams.
Build effective working relationships across the plant, acting as a trusted advisor to leadership and a resource for the union workforce.

You'll have...

Bachelor’s degree in Human Performance Technology, Human Resources, Adult Education, Organizational Development, or a related field.
Demonstrated success in planning, organizing, and implementing training programs in an industrial, corporate, or complex operational environment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, with exceptional Excel skills (e.g., data analysis, pivot tables, and reporting).
Strong problem-solving abilities, high tolerance for ambiguity, and a proven ability to build trust and collaborate with diverse workgroups.
Exceptional verbal and written English communication skills, with the ability to convey complex ideas and operational processes clearly to varied audiences.

Even better, you may have...

Prior experience working in a high-volume manufacturing, automotive, or plant environment with an understanding of production cycles.
Proven ability to work effectively and collaboratively within a unionized workforce.
Prior experience in a managerial, supervisory, or team lead capacity.
The ability to pivot quickly when production schedules change and manage multiple high-priority deliverables under pressure.
Experience defining project scope, managing deliverables, and driving projects to on-time completion.
A strong aptitude for using data to draw objective conclusions and determine the best course of action, even in ambiguous situations.

You may not check every box, or your experience may look a little different from what we've outlined, but if you think you can bring value to Ford Motor Company, we encourage you to apply!

As an established global company, we offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like: will your story span the globe, or keep you close to home? Will your career be a deep dive into what you love, or a series of new teams and new skills? Will you be a leader, a changemaker, a technical expert, a culture builder…or all of the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including:

Immediate medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
Paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care and more
Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments and more
Vehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leases
Tuition assistance
Established and active employee resource groups
Paid time off for individual and team community service
Generous vacation time, sick/personal time, and paid holidays, including between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day

This position is a range of salary grades 6-8 from $74,300-$166,200.

Final determination of salary grade will be based on candidate's skills and experience, and base salary will be set within the applicable range according to job scope, responsibility and competitive market value.

For more information on salary and benefits, click here: https://fordcareers.co/GSR

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status. In the United States, if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please call 1-888-336-0660.

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Speak up. We’re listening. At Ford, we believe the right ideas, and the people behind them, can move an entire industry. Here, you'll work with teams who value your voice, push bold ideas forward, and leave a mark that lasts.

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From day one, Ford invests in you with medical benefits built to help you plan for what’s next. You’ll also get support for you and your family that meets you at every step, so you can move forward with confidence.

Health and Wellness

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, mental health, and unique wellness perks keep you and your family supported every step of the way.
Financial and Retirement Programs

Build a strong financial future with robust retirement contributions, savings programs, and free personalized financial planning tools.
Flexible Vacation and Holidays

Enjoy your time away from work with generous vacation, holidays, and flexible family leave designed to help you balance life and work with ease.
Vehicle Discount Program

The best thing about building great products is driving them! The second-best thing: sharing your discount with family and friends so they can drive them, too.
Family Growth and Support

Grow your family confidently with fertility, surrogacy, and adoption assistance, paid parental leave, and a supportive new-parent ramp-up program.
Additional Programs

Enjoy unexpected extras like pet insurance, legal services, identity protection, and access to convenient health and wellness services.

Ford gives me the space to innovate, to lead, and to serve — all while staying true to who I am as an engineer, educator, and parent. It’s not just a career; it’s a community that drives change.

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