Learning & Development People Manager (Manufacturing)
Overview
A hands-on opportunity to shape how a busy manufacturing site in Keighley builds skills, strengthens leadership capability, and creates a confident, future-ready workforce. You’ll lead the site’s learning and development agenda and work closely with managers to grow talent and support high performance.
Purpose of the Role
You’ll design and deliver practical development pathways, coach leaders, and ensure people have the skills and support they need to succeed. As part of the senior team, you’ll influence culture, capability, and engagement across the site.
Key Responsibilities
Learning & Capability
*Develop and deliver a clear L&D strategy aligned to operational needs and future skills.
*Create simple development pathways for operators, team leaders, and supervisors.
*Strengthen leadership capability through coaching and targeted programmes.
*Champion apprenticeships, technical training, and cross-skilling.
*Embed a culture of continuous improvement and shared accountability.
People Support
*Coach managers to build strong teams and manage performance effectively.
*Use workforce insights to identify skill gaps and succession needs.
*Provide pragmatic guidance on people matters linked to development and capability.
Culture & Engagement
*Foster a positive, inclusive, and safe workplace where people feel able to grow.
*Lead engagement activity that improves communication, recognition, and teamwork.
*Support wellbeing through early, supportive conversations and practical interventions.
Change & Improvement
*Support change with clear communication and coaching.
*Simplify learning processes and improve the employee experience.
*Help embed consistent behaviours and ways of working.
Experience & Attributes
*Strong background in L&D, HR, or people development within manufacturing or similar environments.
*Proven experience designing development programmes and coaching managers.
*Credible, confident partner able to influence at all levels.
*Practical, solutions-focused, and comfortable working at pace.
*Approachable, empathetic, and committed to building trust.
*CIPD Level 5 minimum; Level 7 or L&D specialism desirable.