Learning & Development Manager

At AriensCo, we build more than exceptional products – we create opportunities that impact careers. Our culture values innovative thinking, hard work and determination. We interact in teams, collaborate together and make decisions quickly.

We see growth potential in every team member, and are committed to supporting our employees with continuous training and advancement opportunities. 
 
Our environment? We’re corporate, without being “corporate.” Whether you work at our headquarters, manufacturing facilities, or one of our global distribution businesses, you’ll always have the freedom to create and contribute.  Our company vision is “Passionate People, Astounded Customers.” Quite simply: it revolves around people 
 
Speaking of people, you’re not just employee #1,762 to us. You’re family and your role is invaluable. Without exceptional people, we can’t continue to produce the amazing products we're known for around the world.
 
Ready for the ride of your career? Then come join us. By joining our team, you'll have the opportunity to work in a rewarding workplace with a strong sense of community. 

Job Description:

AriensCo is looking for a dynamic Learning & Development Manager to lead the design and implementation of enterprise talent and learning development programs that align with business objectives, drive performance, and support a culture of continuous learning and growth at AriensCo. This role serves as a strategic partner to leaders and HR, identifying capability needs, building development solutions, and measuring effectiveness to ensure learning investments support succession readiness, workforce capability, and business outcomes. This position is located in Brillion, WI.

THE DAY TO DAY...

Enterprise Learning & Ariens Academy

• Lead the design, implementation, and evaluation of learning and development programs that address identified organizational and functional needs

• Own and evolve Ariens Academy, including leadership, professional, and functional curriculum

• Design and deliver engaging learning experiences, including workshops, seminars, leadership programs, and blended learning solutions

• Facilitate live, virtual, and hybrid training sessions as appropriate

• Analyze learning and development data to identify trends, skill gaps, and opportunities for improvement

• Evaluate program effectiveness against business and talent outcomes; recommend and implement enhancements

• Lead end‑to‑end project management of major learning initiatives, ensuring successful launch and adoption

• Establish strong partnerships with business leaders, HR Business Partners, and Total Rewards to align learning strategies with organizational needs

• Consult on maximizing utilization of learning management system (LMS) tools, content, and reporting capabilities

Development Planning

• Own and maintain AriensCo’s enterprise competency model, ensuring alignment to leadership expectations and future skills

• Partner with HR and business leaders to support individual development planning tied to performance, readiness, and career pathways

• Support enterprise succession planning, including identification of development needs, readiness indicators, and pipeline strength

• Design learning solutions that accelerate leadership readiness and internal mobility

Manufacturing Training & Workforce Capability

• Partner with Operations, Manufacturing leaders, and HR to identify current and future manufacturing skills gaps, capability risks, and training priorities

• Design and support manufacturing and production training strategies, including foundational skills, cross‑training, and progression pathways

• Build and maintain production skills matrices to support workforce flexibility, readiness, and workforce planning

• Translate skills gap analysis into targeted learning solutions aligned to safety, quality, productivity, and retention outcomes

• Support upskilling and reskilling initiatives that strengthen bench strength and reduce single‑point‑of‑failure roles

• Partner with leaders to ensure learning investments align to operational goals and workforce capability needs

• Bachelor's degree (B.A.) in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Business Administration, Communication, or related field required

THE QUALIFICATIONS...

• Bachelor's degree (B.A.) in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Business Administration, Communication, or related field required

• Minimum of 6 years experience in learning & development, talent development, or organizational development

• Strong understanding of adult learning principles, instructional design, and facilitation

• Demonstrated ability to identify needs, design solutions, measure outcomes, and implement improvements

• Excellent communication, facilitation, and stakeholder consulting skills

• Strong project management skills with ability to manage multiple priorities

• Proficiency with learning management systems and learning technologies

• Strong presentation design and delivery skills (virtual and in‑person)

• Experience supporting manufacturing, production, or multi‑site environments preferred

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.

About AriensCo

Since 1933, the AriensCo name has been associated with reliable, durably crafted, high-performance outdoor power equipment. Our core values – Be Honest, Be Fair, Respect the Individual, Keep our Commitments, and Encourage Intellectual Curiosity define our culture and inspire our team. We believe passionate people and astounded customers lead to unstoppable success.
 
Our employees’ quality of life is important to us. When people feel appreciated, respected and supported, careers thrive and ideas come to fruition.  AriensCo employees are provided various great benefit opportunities which may include: 

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance effective first day of employment

• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA) plan

• 401(k) match and profit-sharing plans

• Life Insurance

• Health Savings Accounts (HSA)

• Short Term Disability

• Parental Leave

• Onsite Marketplace Care Partners at all locations

• Paid holidays

• Employee Assistance Program

• Tuition Reimbursement and Apprenticeship Programs

• Safety shoes and safety prescription glasses reimbursement

• Employee Product Purchase Program

• 50% Daycare discount **Brillion Early Learning Center

• 10% tuition discount at KinderCare Learning Centers nationwide **Excludes Brillion Early Learning Center

• Onsite health clinic with Bellin Health **Brillion Campus Only

• Nearsite & Urgent Care Clinic Options **Brillion Campus Only

EEO Statement
 

The concept of diversity is important to us at AriensCo. That’s why we’ve created a culture that is inclusive, accepting and understanding. We embrace diversity among our partners, suppliers and employees. We also strive for diversity in the quality of our ideas. Inclusion and acceptance means that, regardless of who you are, you will always be standing on our welcome mat. 

AriensCo is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and steadfastly committed to hiring and selecting the most qualified candidate for any open position. It is the policy of AriensCo to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. 

Providing our employees with an environment free of discrimination and harassment is something we take very seriously. Embracing diversity enables us to attract the best qualified talent, foster productive teamwork, and expand our business opportunities.