Director, Manufacturing Learning and Development

Director, Manufacturing Learning and Development Maryville, TN, United States Job Description We are seeking an experienced and visionary Director of Manufacturing Learning & Development to build a world‑class learning ecosystem for our North American operations. This leader will support approximately 18,000 employees across multiple manufacturing companies and technical functions, creating the systems and programs that develop the next generation of manufacturing talent. This role is ideal for a senior leader with deep manufacturing experience who has successfully designed and implemented large‑scale learning and development systems in a complex industrial environment. Key Responsibilities: Build and lead a comprehensive regional learning strategy for Manufacturing, Production Engineering, Logistics, Industrial Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain. Create structured career development pathways for associates, team leaders, engineers, and managers. Develop standardized technical training programs, competency models, and certification frameworks. Implement blended learning solutions including digital, on‑the‑job, and instructor‑led courses. Partner with operations and HR to ensure training directly improves safety, quality, productivity, and talent readiness. Lead regional learning centers, technical trainers, and instructional design resources. Drive modernization of training through digital tools, simulation, and automation‑related skill development. Qualifications: 15+ years of experience in manufacturing, operations, engineering, or learning and development. Proven track record of implementing structured learning systems in a manufacturing organization. Experience designing programs across multiple technical functions. Strong leadership skills with the ability to influence across a large, matrixed organization. Expertise in competency frameworks, curriculum design, and organizational development. Preferred Skills: Experience in automotive or high‑volume industrial manufacturing. Knowledge of lean manufacturing, quality systems, PFMEA/PCS/change management, and technical skill development. Familiarity with digital learning content, and advanced training technologies (VR/AR, simulation). Benefits Summary: Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug plans 401K with 4% company match Vacation/PTO and 13 paid Holidays Bonus Program FSA/HSA and Dependent Care Program Company provided Life, Disability, ADD and Business Travel Insurance Various No Cost Wellness & Chronic Condition Management Programs Various Optional Insurance programs such as legal, identity theft, critical illness, etc. Tuition Reimbursement Career Development and Ongoing Training Employee Assistance Program Employee Spotlight and Recognition Program Volunteer opportunities Onsite Fitness Center (vary by location) Cafeteria and food markets (vary by location) Onsite Health Clinic and Pharmacy (vary by location) Annual Salary: $163,000 - $203,000 Reasonable Accommodation Notice Disabilities Act (ADA), the California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA), and any other applicable federal, state, or local law, it is the policy of DENSO to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or candidate with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship for DENSO. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of the hiring process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact TAApplicationSupport@na.denso.com. Equal Employer Opportunity DENSO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, lactation, childbirth or related medical conditions), genetic information (including testing and characteristics), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, uniformed service member status, or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.

Salary : $163,000 - $203,000