Director of Learning & Development

Astro Pak is the nation's leading precision cleaning and passivation contractor specializing in on-site cleaning of high purity gas and fluid systems, as well as precision cleaning of components and hardware at the company’s Cleanroom facilities. Astro Pak provides services to over 15 sectors including: Data Centers, Biotechnology, Pharmaceutical, Aerospace, Semiconductor, and other selected Industrial markets. The company, founded in 1959, has performed on-site precision chemical cleaning in every State of the Union as well as several projects in Asia, continental Europe, England, Ireland and Mexico.Astro Pak is seeking a strategic, hands-on Director of Learning & Development to design, build, and scale enterprise learning programs that strengthen technical capability, leadership development, and workforce readiness across the organization.This role will lead the development of Astro Pak Academy—our enterprise learning platform focused on accelerating technician readiness, improving operational consistency, developing future leaders, and supporting long-term workforce growth.This is a builder role for someone who can operate strategically while also executing in a fast-paced, field-based technical services environment.What You’ll DoBuild & Scale Astro Pak AcademyLead the design and execution of Astro Pak’s enterprise learning infrastructure, including:Technician onboarding and new hire ramp programsTechnical skill progression and certification pathwaysAdvanced technical and operational trainingSafety and compliance training initiativesLeadership development programs for frontline and operational leadersCareer development pathways that support retention and internal mobilityLead Technical Training StrategyPartner closely with Operations, Engineering, Safety, and field leaders to build practical, field-ready training programs that align with operational realities and business growth needs.Responsibilities IncludeStandardizing technical curriculum, training materials, assessments, and facilitator guidesSupporting consistency across locations while maintaining field practicalityCollaborating with technical SMEs to ensure training accuracy and relevanceAligning training capacity with recruiting and workforce planning forecastsSupporting field-based trainers and operational leaders in program deliveryDriving continuous improvement across technical training processesBuild Leadership Capability Across the OrganizationDesign And Implement Leadership Development Programs ForProject LeadersSupervisorsOperations ManagersHigh-potential future leadersKey Focus Areas May IncludeCoaching and performance managementEmployee engagement and communicationLeadership accountabilityChange leadershipAstro Pak culture and valuesBuilding high-performing teams in operational environmentsDevelop Learning Systems & InfrastructureBuild Scalable Enterprise Learning Systems And Processes, IncludingLearning roadmaps and curriculum librariesInstructional design standards and blended learning modelsDigital learning content and LMS optimizationCertification tracking and reporting systemsKPI dashboards and workforce learning analyticsProgram governance and measurement methodologiesMeasure Impact & Drive Continuous ImprovementOwn Learning Metrics And Program Effectiveness, IncludingTechnician speed-to-productivityTraining throughput and certification completionSafety and operational performance outcomesLeadership readiness and internal promotion ratesEmployee retention and workforce capability growthUse data and operational feedback to continuously improve learning strategy, adoption, and business impact.What We’re Looking For8+ years of experience in Learning & Development, Technical Training, Talent Development, or Workforce DevelopmentExperience in field-based or operational environments such as industrial services, manufacturing, construction, or technical servicesProven success in building technical training and leadership development programsStrong instructional design, program management, and stakeholder partnership skillsExperience working closely with operational leaders and technical SMEsWillingness to travel regularly to field locationsPreferred ExperienceBuilding internal academies or enterprise learning systemsHigh-growth or private equity-backed environmentsLMS platforms, certification programs, and workforce analyticsThe Ideal CandidateStrategic and highly execution-orientedComfortable building programs from the ground upCredible with operational and field leadersPassionate about workforce and leadership developmentData-driven, practical, and growth-mindedKey Impact MetricsTechnician ramp timeCertification completion ratesSafety and productivity improvementsLeadership promotion ratesEmployee retention and bench strengthWhy Join Astro PakAt Astro Pak, you’ll have the opportunity to make a lasting impact on a growing organization that is investing heavily in its people, operational excellence, and future leadership capability.This role offers the chance to build something meaningful from the ground up—creating scalable learning programs that directly influence workforce development, technician success, leadership growth, and overall business performance.You’ll partner with experienced operational leaders, work in a highly collaborative environment, and play a key role in shaping the future of a company committed to continuous improvement, innovation, and long-term growth.Astro Pak Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity), age (40 or older), national origin, disability, genetic information, or protected veteran status. We will reasonably accommodate applicants or employees with disabilities, and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local anti-discrimination laws.