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
Skills Required
- 15+ years of experience in manufacturing, operations, engineering, or learning and development
- Proven track record of implementing structured learning systems in a manufacturing organization
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to influence across a large, matrixed organization
- Expertise in competency frameworks, curriculum design, and organizational development
DENSO Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about DENSO and has not been reviewed or approved by DENSO.
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Healthcare Strength — Medical coverage includes multiple plan designs through a major carrier, telemedicine, and chronic‑condition programs bundled with enrollment. On‑site family health centers at select locations add convenient primary care and pharmacy access for eligible members.
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Retirement Support — The 401(k) program uses automatic enrollment with a straightforward dollar‑for‑dollar company match on initial contributions and an annual true‑up via a recognized recordkeeper. Auto‑increase and the potential for discretionary employer contributions reinforce long‑term savings support.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Wellness incentives can reduce medical premiums, and resources span musculoskeletal care, weight management, digestive health, and behavioral health at no additional cost when enrolled. Site‑based amenities like on‑site care, fitness options, and tuition reimbursement expand lifestyle value where available.
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What We Do
DENSO is one of the world's largest automotive suppliers with a 75-year history of providing advanced automotive systems and technology to automakers worldwide. While our products are featured on nearly every vehicle make and model on the road today, we're also looking to innovate beyond automotive so we can maximize how we support the evolving needs of society. Globally, we have 158,000 employees, including 27,000+ in North America, working together every day to pursue our Two Great Causes: Green -- which represents our goal of achieving carbon neutrality by 2035 through our products, processes and facilities; and Peace of Mind -- which focuses on developing solutions for safer and more seamless experiences across society. Together, they help us pursue our mission of contributing to a better world.
