Instructional Designer

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At Astec, we believe in the power of connection and the importance of building long-lasting relationships with our employees, customers and the communities we call home. With a team more than 4,000 strong, our employees are our #1 advantage. We invest in skills training and provide opportunities for career development to help you grow along with the business. We offer programs that support physical safety, as well as benefits and resources to enhance total health and wellbeing, so you can be your best at work and at home.

Our equipment is used to build the roads and infrastructure that connects us to each other and to the goods and services we use. We are an industry leader known for delivering innovative solutions that create value for our customers. As our industry evolves, we are using new technology and data like never before.

We're looking for creative problem solvers to build the future with us. Connect with us today and build your career at Astec.

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ABOUT THE POSITION

The Instructional Designer will design and develop training materials, programs, courses, and assessments for the operation and service of heavy equipment to meet the internal and external customer needs of the Astec. The ideal candidate has a passion for designing learning solutions that drive improved performance and revenue production and has a proven track record for project management and teamwork.

Deliverables & Responsibilities

* Work with subject matter experts and identify target audiences training needs.

* Conduct instructional research and analysis on learners and contexts.

* Maintain project documentation and course folders.

* Set instructional end goals and create content that matches them.

* Design learning activities, assignments, and assessments.

Equal Opportunity Employer

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Astec does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, gender

(sex), sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, citizenship status, a

person's veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law or executive order.

* Conduct training analysis to identify the knowledge, skills, and competencies required to complete operation and service tasks for heavy equipment

* Develop an instructional strategy/learning plan based on established learning objectives for the given audience

* Collaborate with stakeholders and subject matter experts to design and adapt content that meets specific training needs

* Write and edit blueprints, storyboards, video scripts, job aids and other strategic learning documentation

* Design and develop blended learning solutions adhering to adult learning theories that include, but are not limited to, instructor-led, eLearning, mobile, video, gamification, simulation, micro-learning, and virtual classroom

* Ensure training programs/materials comply with Astec branding standards

* Use innovative assessments and sustainment tools before and after the formal learning experience

* Manage multiple projects to achieve project goals and meet deadlines

* Provide guidance regarding course content, methods, and media used for delivery

* Provide counsel for New Product service and operation training programs

* Drive curriculum enhancements, innovation, design and research to ensure the development and maintenance of high-quality learning programs for dealers, direct customers, technicians and marketing personnel

* Review content and resources to ensure adherence to development standards and industry best practices

* Stay abreast of training trends, technologies, and available resources, and make recommendations for the best value resources

* Manage and maintain the Learning Management System, web delivery, mobile apps, internal training repository and other delivery platforms

* Projects positive company image by interacting with fellow employees, customers and management in a cooperative, supportive and courteous manner; displays professional attitude; complies with company dress code

* Communicates with individuals at all levels within the organization

* Documents assigned tasks as required

* Performs work according to…