Job Description

Training & Development Manager

Department: Operations Division: Manufacturing

At Daniel Defense Only the Best Build the Best…

Daniel Defense engineers and manufactures the world’s finest weapon systems and accessories. Our mission to honor God and defend freedom is accomplished by serving customers and providing top quality solutions to our military, law enforcement and civilians that are seeking premium firearms for home defense, hunting, and sport shooting. 

As the Training & Development Manager,  you will be responsible for the functions outlined below.  

Essential Functions:

• Responsible for demonstrating commitment to and leadership of environmental health and safety principles, policies and procedures.
• Lead the design, development, and implementation of competency-based training models aligned with business goals, operational excellence, and continuous improvement.
• Build and manage the Daniel Defense Training Academy — including curriculum development, learning paths, internal certifications, and content libraries for all departments.
• Oversee the Learning Management System (LMS), ensuring data accuracy, course accessibility, training compliance, and reporting effectiveness.
• Partner with cross-functional leaders to assess training needs, identify skill gaps, and deliver learning solutions that improve safety, quality, and productivity.
• Facilitate “Train-the-Trainer” initiatives to build internal training capacity through subject matter experts and designated trainers.
• Design engaging training materials using a mix of eLearning tools, presentations, video, and instructor-led resources.
• Establish tiered development programs for production team members, front-line leaders, salaried professionals, and executives.
• Track and report key training KPIs; use data to evaluate training effectiveness, refine content, and optimize delivery.
• Supervise training coordinators or team members across all shifts; ensure consistent coverage and responsiveness to plant needs.
• Support regulatory and compliance training programs (OSHA, job-specific safety, ISO standards).
• Serve as a partner in change management by preparing teams through targeted education and capability-building efforts.
• Participates in the company’s efforts to continuously improve in Safety, 6S, Quality, Delivery and Productivity.
• Expected to be a contributor to the company standards on high integrity, safety, fair and equitable treatment and a positive work environment
• Other responsibilities as deemed appropriate or necessary by management.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Industrial Engineering, Human Resources, Organizational Development, or related field or a combination of related experience, education and/or training to sufficiently and successfully perform the essential functions of the job. .
• 5+ years of progressive experience in training and development, with at least 2 years in a leadership or supervisory capacity, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience developing, managing, and delivering successful training programs — including LMS administration and instructional design.
• Strong understanding of adult learning theory, competency frameworks, blended learning, and performance-based training models.
• Demonstrated ability to lead training teams and mentor internal subject matter experts.
• Experience designing and implementing onboarding programs, career pathways, and skills certification systems.
• Excellent verbal, written, and virtual presentation skills.
• Strong organizational, time management, and project management abilities.
• Competent with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Word); experience with eLearning platforms and video training tools is a plus.
• Self-driven, collaborative, and able to influence at all levels of the organization.
• Work on multiple projects simultaneously, set priorities, identify and address problems, meet deadlines, and stay within budget.
• Demonstrated ability to recognize and work with our Permission to Play Values.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift and carry awkward items weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Requires intermittent standing, walking, sitting and bending throughout the workday.
• Must be able to work in a manufacturing environment, to include working in and around machinery, exposure to noise and chemicals, lights/lasers, etc.
• Must be able to wear appropriate Personal Protection Equipment as required by your position and/or Company policy.

Daniel Defense is an EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability employer and promotes a "Drug-Free Workplace."

Note: The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by those assigned to the job. This list is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel in this job. Responsibilities are subject to change at the discretion of the employer and do not establish a contract of employment – Daniel Defense is an at-will employer.

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