The Training and Development Manager is a hands on individual contributor role responsible for the strategy, coordination, and oversight of training programs and employee development across American Battery Solutions (ABS), with a strong focus on supporting operational effectiveness and workforce development within the manufacturing environment. This role plays a key part in aligning training and development initiatives with organizational goals by identifying organizational training needs and implementing scalable solutions.

The Training and Development Manager will provide corporate-level oversight of the Learning Management System (LMS), ensuring consistent delivery, tracking, and compliance across all locations. Serving as a central resource for learning and development, the Training and Development Manager helps drive a culture of continuous improvement by standardizing training and development practices throughout ABS.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with company leadership and Human Resources (HR) to assess training and develop needs with targeted learning programs to support onboarding, compliance, environmental health and safety (EHS), and overall skill development.
• Oversee the administration, maintenance, and enhancement of ABS’s LMS, ensuring proper tracking, reporting, and accessibility of training content.
• Design, deliver, and manage training and development solutions in support of both site-specific operational needs and enterprise-wide development goals.
• Leads the identification, procurement, and development of effective training and development solutions to meet business needs utilizing a variety of mediums such as in person or video facilitation, and LMS technology.
• Develop and maintain LMS training curriculums, including building training profiles based on position title or job classification.
• Possess a solid understanding of ISO/IATF training requirements and works collaboratively with leadership across all facilities to ensure requirements are met. This includes taking the lead to support quality and other organizational audits.
• Perform training needs and gap assessments.
• Support employee and leadership development training needs.
• Maintains required documents for compliance and training needs.
• Adhere to federal and state regulations.
• Adhere to all company policies, processes, and procedures.
• Performs other duties as requested, directed, or assigned.
• Predictable and reliable attendance.

Position Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, or relevant field or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of five (5) years of professional-level Human Resources, Training, and/or Organizational Development experience.
• Minimum of two (2) years of professional-level experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in electronic LMS, preferably Cornerstone.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Prior experience in the Battery or Energy industry preferred.

Key Competencies

• Self-Leadership: Enjoys positions of responsibility and authority. Desires and chooses to be in a leadership position.
• Integrity: Acts and makes decisions in a manner consistent with the needs of the public in the delivery of products/services. Acts in line with the culture and norms of both the organization and society in general.
• Takes Initiative: Exhibits strong drive for results and success; conveys a sense of urgency and drives issues to closure; persists despite obstacles and opposition.
• Teamwork: Works cooperatively with others to accomplish team goals and organizational objectives.
• Communications: Exchanges thoughts, feelings, and information effectively.
• Delivers Results: Achievement-oriented, feeling a sense of urgency to reach goals on time, if not before.
• Organization and Planning Establishes a systematic course for self and/or others to assure accomplishment of objectives. Determines priorities and allocates time and resources effectively.

Physical Requirements / Working Conditions:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Constantly operates a computer and other office equipment.
• Ability to adjust focus, especially due to concentration on a computer screen.
• May need to lift and carry up to 30 pounds and/or position the body to reach items on the floor/below knee level or reach overhead.
• The noise level in the work environment can be moderately loud.
• May be required to walk on uneven terrain and manufacturing process areas.
• May be required to recognize small numbers, letters, symbols, and colors on prints.

Why Join Us

American Battery Solutions (ABS) provides comprehensive 100% employer paid benefit plans to employees and their family, competitive salary and retirement program. ABS employs a diverse and inclusive workforce.

Benefits Overview

• Paid time off includes 4 weeks, 15 holidays, and parental leave.
• 100% company-paid medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) offerings.
• Company provided 401K savings plan with immediately vested matching contributions to help you save for retirement.
• Voluntary benefits offerings.
• Tuition assistance.
• Employee Referral Program.
• Employee development and career growth opportunities.

About Us

American Battery Solutions Inc. (“ABS”) is a manufacturer of advanced batteries for commercial, fleet, and industrial on- and off-road vehicles. Located in the heart of the U.S. automotive region with facilities in Michigan and Ohio. In 2023, ABS was acquired by Komatsu, a world leader in construction, mining, forestry, and industrial heavy equipment in support of Komatsu’s 2050 carbon neutrality goal. ABS continues to operate as an independent entity serving Komatsu applications while continuing to expand and grow our core commercial, fleet and industrial business.

As we have grown, ABS has assembled a world-class team of dedicated and experienced engineers. This team is equipped with a deep understanding of high-voltage, automotive-grade battery systems from concept development and prototyping, to testing and validation, to high-volume production. We pride ourselves on developing a diverse team of next generation battery experts.

The Location – Springboro, OH

American Battery Solutions Advanced Battery Manufacturing Center is located in beautiful and historic Springboro Ohio. Life in Springboro is all about the quality and character of our community and that is why Springboro continues to be a top-ten-rated City to live, work, play, and raise a family. In fact, Springboro was rated #3 among the top 10 communities in greater Southwest Ohio. In essence, Springboro appeals to everyone from young families to people looking for the perfect place to retire. Our great neighborhoods, excellent schools, safety, services, and amenities all contribute to Springboro’s exceptional quality of life. Springboro offers a variety of public programming that includes outdoor concerts, festivals, and fireworks. Our residents enjoy bike and walking trails, an 18-hole public golf course, a charming and vibrant historic district, and 501 acres of parks.

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