Instructional Systems Designer

Instructional Systems Designer
Onsite-Hybrid role: Warren, MI
Hybrid schedule (Warren, MI): Monday and Friday remote, with occasional Monday in-office days as needed; Tuesday through Thursday in office.

Instructional Systems Designer – Manufacturing Job Description:
Global Talent Team: Learning & Development Team is dedicated to creating exceptional learning programs that strengthen
workforce capability and business performance. The Instructional Designer – Manufacturing plays a pivotal role in developing high-quality
learning solutions aligned to manufacturing needs. This role supports manufacturing organizations by designing engaging, relevant learning
experiences that improve safety, quality, standardized work, launch readiness, productivity, and operational performance across plant and
manufacturing support environments.

Required Qualifications:
• Portfolio required: demonstrated work samples showcasing eLearning, ILT/VILT
materials, scenario-based learning, action-based learning, and performance support
tools.
• 4+ years of experience in instructional design, curriculum development, or eLearning,
including direct experience supporting manufacturing, manufacturing engineering,
operations, quality, safety, or similar technical environments.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
• Required experience designing and developing web-based training (WBT) and
instructor-led training (ILT), with the ability to build complementary blended learning
solutions such as VILT, eLearning, and job aids.
• Strong understanding of instructional design principles, adult learning theory, and
modern learning strategies.
• Proficiency with tools such as Articulate, Vyond, Camtasia, Adobe Suite, and Microsoft
Office.
• Ability to communicate clearly with both technical and non-technical audiences and
translate complex operational content into effective learning solutions.
• Ability to manage multiple projects with accuracy, quality, and attention to detail.
• Strong consulting, communication, and relationship-building skills.

Preferred Qualifications:
• Depth of experience supporting plant operations, manufacturing launches, technical
upskilling, or shop-floor capability building.
• Familiarity with plant operations, manufacturing processes, program launches,
continuous improvement, or standardized work environments.
• Experience creating learning for topics such as safety systems, quality processes,
troubleshooting, ergonomics, throughput, or lean/continuous improvement.
• Knowledge of GMS principles, workplace safety expectations, or regulated operational
environments. Graphic design experience, visual storytelling, or user-centered design experience.
• Strong facilitation skills for ILT/VILT working sessions, stakeholder alignment, and
technical content reviews.
• Experience with Action Mapping, Design Thinking, scenario-based learning, or
branching learning design.
• Experience working in large, matrixed organizations with cross-functional partners.