Training Instructional Designer (Hybrid)

Kubota Engine America

Training Instructional Designer (Hybrid)

Lincolnshire, IL
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    The role is located in Lincolnshire, IL (north of Chicago). This is a hybrid role (after 30 days).

    Salary Range: $70k-87k Depending on Experience

    Job Description Summary

    The Training Instructional Designer is responsible for the creation, documentation, technical writing and implementation of online training content and training systems for Technical Training and related support activities of KEA.

    Duties and Responsibilities

    • Coordinate and create e-learning courses, programs, workbooks and presentations for their effective use in the Kubota training program with minimal management oversight

    • Administer the Learning Management System to upload and maintain content and administer other functions including communications

    • Support the Training Manager for the training activities carried out by the Training Department

    • Analyze training content needs for e-learning and research related subject matter

    • Coordinate training product launch and obsoleting for e-learning on LMS and other systems

    Create and maintain training system process map of e-learning and LMS activities

    • Coordinate with third party vendors or sister companies to create and maintain e-learning and related content and files, including photo and video archives

    • Oversee the acquisition, use and maintenance of KEA’s inventory of equipment, such as cameras, microphones and other video equipment, computers, smart boards, sound systems and related technology

    • Create technical publications such as newsletter, video and e-bulletins for website publication or other delivery methods

    • Monitor training industry trends and make recommendations for upgrades or improvements to e-learning or other training methods

    • Implement software or upgrades as necessary

    • Maintain an organized and secure work environment

    • Support co-workers in other departments as needed

    • Inform Manager of all noteworthy activities

    • Follow safety guidelines and department and corporate policies and procedures

    Authority


    • N/A

    Job Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

    • Proficiency in photography and videography, especially lighting and composition

    • Proficiency in software such as Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Premiere Pro, Articulate Storyline 360 or equivalent applications

    • Ability to multi-task, establish priorities and meet deadlines, maintain a flexible attitude and approach towards assignments, and maintain level of organization in a changing and fast paced environment

    • Strong command of the English language, both written and verbal

    • Ability to comprehend a variety of instructions, both oral and written

    • Ability to communicate in a professional manner with top managers and all employees

    • Maintain a high level of confidentiality

    • Excellent presentation as well as oral and written communication skills

    • Excellent analytical skills

    • Basic knowledge of mechanics and operation of diesel engines, gasoline engines and familiarity of engine diagnostic equipment


    Education and Training

    • Bachelor’s degree in instructional design or equivalent vocational training and related industry experience

    • 3 – 5 years of experience in training and development in a technical field

    Physical Demands

    • Sitting for long periods of time with some walking, stooping, bending, and reaching

    • Frequent pushing and pulling of objects

    • Dexterity to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and wrists

    • Movement by holding, turning, and grasping of objects

    • Reaching by extending hands in any direction

    • Feeling temperature, shape, or texture by means of senses in skin

    • Ability to drive a car and travel by air

    • Regular lifting and/or moving up to 50 pounds

    • Ability to hear normal conversations on phone or in person

    • Ability to see more than 20 feet

    • Ability to see color and see/read computer screen


    Work Environment

    • Work is performed in an office or training lab environment. Noise level is moderate

    • Exposure to running engines. Noise level ranges from moderate to very loud

    • Limited exposure to the warehouse. Limited exposure to temperature variations when shipping doors are open

    • Regular exposure to vibration, fumes, gases, and proximity to moving mechanical parts

    • Handling of potentially dangerous chemicals or other substances, dangerous equipment, and tools

    • Work produced is subject to precise measures of quality and quantity

    • While traveling, will experience noise and comfort levels common to automobiles and airplanes


    Tools and Equipment

    • Computer and other general office equipment

    • Photo / video and related equipment

    • Eye and ear protection required while working on engines

    • Steel toed shoes are required at all times in the Training Lab

    Required Skills

    Required Experience