Learning and Development Specialist

Your Role

We are looking for a new Learning and Development Specialist to join our Molex Optical Connectivity Group (OCG) in Lisle, IL. Our team is experiencing rapid growth and seeking a new team member to help build and develop our internal L&D function. Responsibilities include communication with the OCG leadership team to identify training gaps and map out development plans for teams and individuals. The Learning and Development Specialist will be responsible for managing, designing, developing, coordinating, and conducting training programs. Ultimately, the role of the Learning and Development Specialist is to oversee professional development for OCG and ensure training supports business results, including for teams residing globally.

Who We Are

Molex's Optical Connectivity Group is at the forefront of designing and delivering cutting-edge optical solutions that power data centers, telecom infrastructure, and next-gen computing. As part of Koch Industries, Molex fosters a culture of innovation, collaboration, and transformative technology development across global markets.

What You Will Do In Your Role

• Plan annual L&D plans for management and all applicable OCG functions/departments (including global stakeholders as needed).
• Develop and track L&D programs for in-house and external training.
• Assess L&D needs and identify skills or knowledge gaps that need to be addressed; partner with leaders to prioritize actions.
• Support new hire onboarding training, including coordinating onboarding curriculum, scheduling required sessions, and ensuring training completion/qualification tracking for new employees.
• Prepare and order educational aids/materials and schedule training as needed (including coordination across time zones for global teams).
• Design, develop, implement, and maintain L&D materials used for OCG training programs.
• Execute training in various environments (classroom, virtual, hands-on/OJT) to ensure employees are trained and qualified as required.
• Assess instructional effectiveness and determine the impact of training on employee skills and relevant KPIs.
• Maintain an updated curriculum database and L&D records, including documentation needed for compliance and/or audit support.
• Host train-the-trainer sessions for internal and external subject matter experts.
• Research and recommend new training methods, including virtual or blended learning approaches to support global delivery.
• Communicate effectively with management and other departments to align L&D priorities, schedules, and expectations.
• Ensure L&D activities align with our Principle Based Management culture
• Travel may be required to support training for global OCG functions (frequency based on business need).

The Experience You Will Bring (Basic Requirements)

• Bachelor's Degree in Communications, Business, Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum of five (5) or more years of experience in an L&D role in an engineering, R&D, manufacturing, or industrial environment.
• Minimum of three (3) or more years of instructional experience (delivering training).
• Experience creating instructional materials.
• Experience creating yearly training plans and materials for multiple departments.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, including Excel.

What Will Put You Ahead

• Experience implementing ADDIE and/or a Systematic Approach to Training (SAT).
• Experience in training program documentation and records management (curriculum databases, qualification guides, task-to-training matrices).
• Experience with writing and executing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Experience reading technical drawings/schematics.
• Experience working with engineering and product development functions.
• Experience supporting training across multiple sites/regions and delivering training virtually to global audiences.