Senior Instructional Designer

*Please submit a Portfolio of Instructional Design Experience to be considered.Cardinal Glass Industries has an exciting opportunity for a detail-oriented person with a passion for training systems and communications to join our team as our Senior Instructional Designer. Cardinal Glass Industries is leading the industry in the development of residential glass for windows and doors. We have over 9,000 employees located at 40+ manufacturing locations operating in 21 states. Specific Duties Design – develop engaging and effective learning materials, including e-learning modules, instructor-led training materials, job aids, and assessments, that align with established learning objectives.Collaborate with subject matter experts, stakeholders, and cross functional teams to gather content, conduct needs analysis, and define learning outcomes.Apply instructional design models to design and develop impactful training solutions for diverse learning modalities. Lead design, configuration, troubleshoot issues, reporting and maintenance of LMS (Cornerstone) training system. Build training plan and execute coursework and other specific technical training to support an ongoing culture of learning and development.Assess company-wide developmental needs to drive training initiatives.Develop metrics and means of measuring the effectiveness of training programs and provide feedback to management and leadership.Build relationships with Subject Matter Experts to understand roadmaps and plan for content updates or new training offerings.Lead end to end instructional design projects, ensuring timely delivery, quality standards, and effective stakeholder communication.Conduct Comprehensive training needs assessments within the manufacturing sector to identify skills gaps, performance issues, and training requirements.Design and implement evaluation strategies to measure the effectiveness and impact of training programs.Collect and analyze training data, learner feedback, and performance metrics to make data-driven recommendations for program enhancements and continuous improvement.Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in instructional design and LMS administration to drive innovation and maintain cutting-edge training programs.Perform other related duties as required or assigned. Skills and Abilities Ability to grasp and manipulate difficult concepts, identify the core of an issue, and make sound judgements through fact and intuition.Strategic: ability to visualize and chart the coursePersonable: diplomatic, ethical, persuasive, and charismaticEffective communicator: able to clearly articulate the vision and plan, provide direct and clear feedback and positively influence others.Insatiable curiosity: life-long learner who constantly seeks new knowledge, engages in self-improvement, and strives for continual improvement.Project management and planning with strong analytical ability and good judgementStrength in execution: ability to set priorities and employ an operational and detail-oriented perspective.Customer service: responsiveness and genuine concern in dealing with customers and vendors.Software knowledge – proficiency with Microsoft Excel/Word and Cornerstone OnDemand preferred.Proficiency in instructional design methodologies and adult learning principlesStrong Proficiency in using authoring tools (Articulate 360, Camtasia, Vyond, Captivate, etc.) and multimedia software for e-learning development.Solid understanding of LMS administration, user management, and reporting functionalities.Position requires regular, in-person attendance at the corporate office.Ability to work with and as part of a team to create a collaborate and successful environment.Maintain professional appearance and conduct, always exhibiting a respectful and courteous demeanor.Energized by working in a fast-paced, decentralized company that strives to continually improve our people technologies and communications in providing customer service to our team.