the LEGO Group
Job Description
Bring value to yourself and the organization by putting your superpowers to work!
Collaborating with Production, Engineering, PPC, and LCI, this position fosters skill development, operational efficiency, and embodies crafting education across the international LEGO community.
The Technical Training Manager (Molding Division) is responsible for leading the full training organization that supports LEGO® Manufacturing Virginia’s molding operations. This role advises Global and Local Trainers, ensuring training programs are delivered to the highest standard and aligned with global requirements, molding performance goals, workforce flexibility, and functional priorities. As the system owner for CHAMP, LEGO’s global training platform, the Training Manager maintains visibility, compliance, and certification across the molding workforce.
Core Responsibilities Leadership & Organizational Development
Lead, coach, and develop a team of Global and Local Trainers, ensuring clarity of role, accountability, and high-impact delivery.
Build and grow the training organization, including recruitment, development, and capability building of trainers.
Provide direction, mandate, and representation for all matters related to molding training.
Lead performance evaluation, employee development, and other People Processes for the training team.
Training Strategy & Deployment
Translate business plans, MWBs, and molding initiatives into a structured training roadmap with measurable deliverables.
Act as a training methodology expert, ensuring high-quality standards in delivery and effectiveness.
Deploy global training programs locally using a train-the-trainer model to integrate seamlessly into molding operations.
Define and maintain processes, KPIs, and visual management systems to support organizational goals.
System Ownership (CHAMP)
Serve as the system owner and administrator for CHAMP within the Molding Division.
Ensure accurate training matrices, onboarding flows, skill requalification, and certification records.
Partner with PPC and global learning teams to continuously improve system usage, compliance, and data quality.
Documentation & Compliance
Oversee the creation, validation, and maintenance of technical training materials in collaboration with SMEs and Technical Writers.
Ensure consistency, accuracy, and adherence to LEGO standards in all learning materials.
Support audits and compliance through robust documentation control and traceability.
Global & Cross-Functional Collaboration
Build strong global relationships across LEGO sites, leading efforts to align training approaches, content, and standards.
Actively promote coherence and collaboration between factory sites and across departments.
Partner with Production Managers, Shift Leaders, Changeover Teams, Engineering, LCI, PPC, and HR (L&D) to identify needs and allocate resources.
Continuous Improvement
Track and analyze training KPIs (e.g., completion rates, time-to-competence, workforce flexibility).
Implement tools to ensure transparency of training progress across shifts and areas.
Drive continuous improvement in trainer performance, workforce flexibility, and training effectiveness.
Lead and manage large-scale training projects or cross-functional initiatives independently.
Do you have what it takes?
Bachelor's degree in a relevant technical, operations, or learning discipline (required).
Proven experience in manufacturing or molding operations, with at least 3 years in a leadership role focused on training, capability building, or people development.
Experience in greenfield projects or ramp‑up manufacturing environments, with a proven ability to establish training systems and organizations from the ground up.
Hands‑on experience in delivery training, operational coaching, or direct involvement in molding/production processes (required).
Proven experience in building and managing a training organization (including recruiting, developing, and evaluating trainers).
Prior experience leading large projects, handling conflicts, and influencing cross‑functional stakeholders with minimal support.
Certifications in LEAN, TWI Job Instruction, instructional design, or technical/process training.
Experience working in global manufacturing environments with multi‑site collaboration.
Proficiency in CHAMP (or similar LMS) for training management and compliance.
Strong understanding of SAP, MES, and other digital production/training tools.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, visual dashboards, and KPI reporting tools.
Proficiency in crafting and implementing systems for visualizing training progress.
Fluent English.
Note: This position is based at our LEGO Virginia manufacturing factory located in Richmond. This is not a remote position.
Compensation The salary range for this position is $100,799.00 – $151,199.00 annually, based on anticipated responsibilities, market benchmarks, and organizational constraints. Compensation details, inclusive of benefits, will be communicated upon finalisation of the employment offer.
Benefits
Family Care Leave – Enhanced paid leave options for important times.
Insurances – Life and disability insurance for all colleagues.
Wellness – Access to the Headspace App and wellbeing initiatives.
Colleague Discount – Generous discount from day 1.
Bonus – Rewarded through global bonus scheme when goals are reached.
Workplace – Primary workplace with hybrid work model (average 3 days per week).
Equal Employment Opportunity The LEGO Group is proud to be an equal opportunity and an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or veteran status.
Children’s Rights & Child Safeguarding The LEGO Group is fully committed to Children’s Rights and Child Wellbeing across the globe. Candidates offered positions with high engagement with children are required to take part in Child Safeguarding Background Screening, as a condition of the offer.
Drug Screening Policy We conduct drug screening as part of our drug‑free workplace policy and in support of the health and safety of our employees.
Accessibility Statement Online Application Accessibility Statement: LEGO systems endeavour to make www.LEGO.com/jobs accessible to users with disabilities. For assistance, contact the HR Service Desk at 1‑860‑394‑3769.
Contact Information To inquire about accessibility of the website or assistance with application process, contact the HR Service Desk at 1‑860‑764‑7777, option #3. These channels are not for job inquiry.
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Collaborating with Production, Engineering, PPC, and LCI, this position fosters skill development, operational efficiency, and embodies crafting education across the international LEGO community.
The Technical Training Manager (Molding Division) is responsible for leading the full training organization that supports LEGO® Manufacturing Virginia’s molding operations. This role advises Global and Local Trainers, ensuring training programs are delivered to the highest standard and aligned with global requirements, molding performance goals, workforce flexibility, and functional priorities. As the system owner for CHAMP, LEGO’s global training platform, the Training Manager maintains visibility, compliance, and certification across the molding workforce.
Core Responsibilities Leadership & Organizational Development
Lead, coach, and develop a team of Global and Local Trainers, ensuring clarity of role, accountability, and high-impact delivery.
Build and grow the training organization, including recruitment, development, and capability building of trainers.
Provide direction, mandate, and representation for all matters related to molding training.
Lead performance evaluation, employee development, and other People Processes for the training team.
Training Strategy & Deployment
Translate business plans, MWBs, and molding initiatives into a structured training roadmap with measurable deliverables.
Act as a training methodology expert, ensuring high-quality standards in delivery and effectiveness.
Deploy global training programs locally using a train-the-trainer model to integrate seamlessly into molding operations.
Define and maintain processes, KPIs, and visual management systems to support organizational goals.
System Ownership (CHAMP)
Serve as the system owner and administrator for CHAMP within the Molding Division.
Ensure accurate training matrices, onboarding flows, skill requalification, and certification records.
Partner with PPC and global learning teams to continuously improve system usage, compliance, and data quality.
Documentation & Compliance
Oversee the creation, validation, and maintenance of technical training materials in collaboration with SMEs and Technical Writers.
Ensure consistency, accuracy, and adherence to LEGO standards in all learning materials.
Support audits and compliance through robust documentation control and traceability.
Global & Cross-Functional Collaboration
Build strong global relationships across LEGO sites, leading efforts to align training approaches, content, and standards.
Actively promote coherence and collaboration between factory sites and across departments.
Partner with Production Managers, Shift Leaders, Changeover Teams, Engineering, LCI, PPC, and HR (L&D) to identify needs and allocate resources.
Continuous Improvement
Track and analyze training KPIs (e.g., completion rates, time-to-competence, workforce flexibility).
Implement tools to ensure transparency of training progress across shifts and areas.
Drive continuous improvement in trainer performance, workforce flexibility, and training effectiveness.
Lead and manage large-scale training projects or cross-functional initiatives independently.
Do you have what it takes?
Bachelor's degree in a relevant technical, operations, or learning discipline (required).
Proven experience in manufacturing or molding operations, with at least 3 years in a leadership role focused on training, capability building, or people development.
Experience in greenfield projects or ramp‑up manufacturing environments, with a proven ability to establish training systems and organizations from the ground up.
Hands‑on experience in delivery training, operational coaching, or direct involvement in molding/production processes (required).
Proven experience in building and managing a training organization (including recruiting, developing, and evaluating trainers).
Prior experience leading large projects, handling conflicts, and influencing cross‑functional stakeholders with minimal support.
Certifications in LEAN, TWI Job Instruction, instructional design, or technical/process training.
Experience working in global manufacturing environments with multi‑site collaboration.
Proficiency in CHAMP (or similar LMS) for training management and compliance.
Strong understanding of SAP, MES, and other digital production/training tools.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, visual dashboards, and KPI reporting tools.
Proficiency in crafting and implementing systems for visualizing training progress.
Fluent English.
Note: This position is based at our LEGO Virginia manufacturing factory located in Richmond. This is not a remote position.
Compensation The salary range for this position is $100,799.00 – $151,199.00 annually, based on anticipated responsibilities, market benchmarks, and organizational constraints. Compensation details, inclusive of benefits, will be communicated upon finalisation of the employment offer.
Benefits
Family Care Leave – Enhanced paid leave options for important times.
Insurances – Life and disability insurance for all colleagues.
Wellness – Access to the Headspace App and wellbeing initiatives.
Colleague Discount – Generous discount from day 1.
Bonus – Rewarded through global bonus scheme when goals are reached.
Workplace – Primary workplace with hybrid work model (average 3 days per week).
Equal Employment Opportunity The LEGO Group is proud to be an equal opportunity and an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or veteran status.
Children’s Rights & Child Safeguarding The LEGO Group is fully committed to Children’s Rights and Child Wellbeing across the globe. Candidates offered positions with high engagement with children are required to take part in Child Safeguarding Background Screening, as a condition of the offer.
Drug Screening Policy We conduct drug screening as part of our drug‑free workplace policy and in support of the health and safety of our employees.
Accessibility Statement Online Application Accessibility Statement: LEGO systems endeavour to make www.LEGO.com/jobs accessible to users with disabilities. For assistance, contact the HR Service Desk at 1‑860‑394‑3769.
Contact Information To inquire about accessibility of the website or assistance with application process, contact the HR Service Desk at 1‑860‑764‑7777, option #3. These channels are not for job inquiry.
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