Job description
HireArt is helping an on-demand, autonomous ride-hailing company find a Senior Instructional Designer, Manufacturing Training to support its manufacturing operations training program. As the company prepares to scale, you'll play a key role in building a comprehensive training system that promotes safety, quality, and compliance across manufacturing teams.
In this role, you’ll design and implement a blended learning program that bridges virtual instruction with hands-on qualification. You'll develop training for manufacturing equipment, digital tools, and operational processes, partnering closely with technical experts to create engaging, competency-based learning experiences.
The ideal candidate is an experienced instructional designer with a talent for translating complex technical content into clear, engaging training that supports learner success in industrial environments.
As a Senior Instructional Designer, Manufacturing Training, you'll:- Design and develop structured training programs for manufacturing and logistics associates, including virtual learning, instructor-led training (ILT), on-the-job training (OJT), and certification programs.
- Create engaging e-learning content using Articulate 360 (Rise and Storyline) that follows instructional design best practices and accessibility standards.
- Partner with subject matter experts and technical writers to transform technical documentation, work instructions, and standard operating procedures (SOPs) into effective learning materials.
- Develop competency-based assessments and practical qualification checklists to measure learner proficiency and knowledge retention.
- Define and standardize OJT processes to ensure a seamless transition from virtual learning to hands-on application.
- Support the administration and optimization of the Docebo Learning Management System (LMS).
Requirements
- A bachelor's degree in instructional design, educational technology, technical communications, engineering, or a related discipline
- 5+ years of instructional design experience in a technical, manufacturing, or industrial environment
- Expertise designing both virtual and instructor-led training using adult learning principles
- Expert-level proficiency with Articulate 360 (Rise and Storyline) and experience supporting enterprise learning management systems, preferably Docebo
- Proficiency with Google Workspace and AI productivity tools
- Demonstrated ability to translate complex technical documentation into engaging, learner-focused training content
- Strong collaboration and communication skills, with experience working alongside subject matter experts, technical writers, and cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment
- This role will require safety boots that conform to ASTM F2412 / F2413 requirements
Preferred Qualifications:- Experience supporting autonomous vehicles, high-tech manufacturing, automotive, aviation, medical devices, pharmaceuticals, utilities, or other highly regulated industries
- A master's degree or professional certification in instructional design, educational technology, or a related field
Benefits:- Pre-tax commuter benefits
- Employer (HireArt) subsidized healthcare benefits (eligibility begins on the first of the month following 60 days of service)
- Flexible Spending Account for healthcare-related costs
- HireArt covers all costs for short- and long-term disability and life insurance
- 401k package
Commitment: This is a full-time, ongoing contract position staffed via HireArt. It will be onsite and available to candidates who are local to the Hayward, CA area.
HireArt values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. Unfortunately, we are not able to sponsor visas or employ corp-to-corp.