Overview

Dexter, the premier manufacturer and supplier of axles, suspension, brakes, doors, venting products, trailer parts, accessories, and towing components serving the commercial trailer, RV, heavy-duty, marine, agriculture, and manufactured housing markets has an opportunity for a/Training Coordinator / Instructional Designer at our manufacturing HQ located in Elkhart, Indiana. 

Headquartered in Elkhart, Indiana, Dexter employs over 3,000 people throughout the U.S. and Canada, operates 18 manufacturing facilities, and distributes trailer parts and accessories through over 50 company-owned distribution locations. Employing state-of-the-art robotics, precision welding equipment, and automated machining processes, Dexter has achieved many years of success through a commitment to the principles of superior quality, continuous improvement, and unparalleled customer service. For more information about our company, access Dexter's web site at www.dextergroup.com.

Position Summary

Content Creation

• Develops and designs courses and curriculum.
• Edits and develops online learning materials.
• Creates learning experiences and environments.
• Designs learning activities, assignments, and assessments.
• Creates computer-based training (CBT) modules
• Create learning templates for different audiences

Process Management

• Collecting, Analyzing & Interpreting Data
• Collaborates with subject experts to develop course content.
• Manages online learning communities.
• Analyzes, updates, and refines existing online content.
• Trains instructors, students, and employees in how to use learning technologies.

Team Collaboration

• Writes scripts for video, audio and other learning content.
• Create learning tool documents to help sales enablement, customer service and other core learning audiences
• Works with technical staff to troubleshoot problems reported by users.

Performance Monitoring and Optimization

• Monitor and analyze the performance of the data warehouse, identifying and resolving bottlenecks.
• Optimize queries and processes to enhance data retrieval and reporting efficiency.
• Implement and maintain data warehouse performance metrics.

Collaboration with Stakeholders

• Work closely with business analysts, data scientists, and other stakeholders to understand data requirements.
• Collaborate with business leaders to align data warehouse initiatives with organizational goals.
• Communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders

Requirements

BS or MS, degree in instructional design, education, or related field 

• Ability to understand and conclude from quantitative or qualitative data
• Keen Attention to Detail – focusing on the details of work content, work steps and final work products
• Experience in MS Office products, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, Project, etc.
• Effective professional communication skills
• Collaborates well with strong interpersonal and organizational savvy
• Knowledge of instructional theory, including assessment
• Proficiency with learning management systems (LMS)
• Understanding of web site design best practices
• Excellent project management and organizational skills
• Experience with design platforms, such as InDesign
• Familiarity with course management systems,
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, including the ability to effectively convey technical information to non-technical colleagues and clients
• Critical thinking skills
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple simultaneous deadlines
• Background in trailer, recreational vehicle, or automotive industry is a plus

• Able to work independently, self-motivated.
• Team Player, Organized, Critical Thinker
• Ability to Multi-Task
• Project Management experience would be beneficial but not required

We care for our people. Here are some of our great, comprehensive Benefits:

• Dexter offers a competitive wage
• Full benefits package including Health, Dental, Vision, Life, STD, LTD, FSA, HSA
• 3% profit sharing in our Safe Harbor program
• 401(k) Plan with company contributions
• Opportunities for internal career development and growth

Apply now to join an industry leader and make a difference in what we do for the customers we serve!

Equal Opportunity Employer

Offers of employment are contingent upon successfully passing a background check and drug screen. Dexter Axle Company is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants are considered for positions without discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, disability, veteran status, citizenship status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Work Authorization

Dexter will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States or Canada. This position does not provide sponsorship. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1 (including those with OPT or CPT), H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.