HR Culture

Culture & Professional Training SpecialistThe Culture & Professional Training Specialist is responsible for designing, developing, and delivering high-impact in-person training programs that strengthen organizational culture, build professional capabilities, and develop leadership excellence. This role focuses on creating and facilitating face-to-face learning experiences for leadership development, technical engineering competencies, executive education, and internal knowledge transfer initiatives. The position serves as a key driver of organizational culture and professional excellence through strategic learning interventions.Culture & Professional Training Specialist responsibilities are:Design and facilitate comprehensive leadership development programs for emerging leaders, mid-level managers, and senior leadersConduct engaging in-person leadership workshops covering topicsDevelop leadership competency frameworks aligned with organizational values and business objectivesAssess leadership development needs through interviews, surveys, and performance data analysisTrack and measure leadership training effectiveness through pre/post assessmentsProvide one-on-one coaching support to leadership training participantsCollaborate with engineering leadership to identify technical skills gaps and training requirementsDesign comprehensive annual and multi-year engineering training plans that support technical excellenceDevelop training curriculum for engineering disciplines including technical skills development, engineering methodologies and best practices, quality standards and regulatory compliance, project management for engineers, and innovation and problem-solving techniquesCoordinate with subject matter experts (internal or external) to develop and deliver technical training contentSchedule and manage engineering training sessions, certifications, and workshopsPartner with external training providers and professional associations for specialized engineering educationMaintain engineering competency matrices and track certification requirementsDesign and deliver customized executive education programs for senior leadershipCreate strategic learning experiences tailored to executive needsPartner with business schools, executive education providers, and thought leaders for specialized contentDesign and coordinate internal seminar series that promote knowledge sharing and continuous learning cultureOrganize regular learning events including technical knowledge sharing seminars, innovation showcases and best practice sharing, cross-functional collaboration workshops, etc.Identify internal subject matter experts and coordinate their participation as presentersManage seminar logistics including scheduling, venue setup, materials preparation, and attendance trackingMeasure seminar effectiveness and gather feedback for continuous improvementDevelop comprehensive "Train the Trainer" (TTT) programs to build internal training capacityFacilitate TTT workshops and provide hands-on practice opportunitiesProvide ongoing coaching and feedback to internal trainersObserve and evaluate internal trainer sessions to ensure quality standardsDesign training programs that reinforce and strengthen organizational culture and valuesFacilitate culture workshop addressing ethics, collaboration, diversity, and innovationIntegrate culture elements and company values into all training programsPartner with leadership to align training initiatives with cultural objectivesDevelop training materials including facilitator guides, participant workbooks, assessments, and job aidsManage training budgets for professional development programs and external partnershipsBuild and maintain relations with external training vendors, consultants, and educational institutionsSupport new hires orientation to back-up T&D Coordinators absencesPerform other duties as assigned by managementCulture & Professional Training Specialist requirements are:(Required) bachelor's degree(Preferred) information systems or advanced degree in a related field(Preferred) strong HR generalist experience in a manufacturing company; extensive know-how and skills organizational development, business administration, education, engineering training development, or related field(Required) good command of written and spoken EnglishAdministration and Management - Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resourcesPersonnel and Human Resources - Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, training, compensation and benefits, labor relations and negotiation, and personnel information systemsLaw and Government - Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, executive orders, agency rules, and the democratic political processPsychology - Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation; psychological research methods; and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disordersCritical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problemsReading Comprehension - Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documentsActive Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate timesMonitoring - Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective actionMust be able to frequently move about the manufacturing plant campus, general office environments, production areas, and occasionally ascend/descend stairsMust be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the timeMust be able to operate a computer and other office productivity machineryMust be able to position self to file documents including the top and bottom drawers of file cabinetsMust be able to occasionally move office equipment and supplies weighing up to 25 pounds401(k), 401(k) matchingDental insurance, health insurance, vision insurance, life insurancePaid Time OffPaid HolidaysHankook Tire is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.