Performance and Organizational Development Manager

The Performance and Organizational Development Manager is responsible for strengthening workforce capability, leadership effectiveness, and organizational design within a dynamic manufacturing environment. This role drives performance management systems, individual and team development initiatives, and culture-building efforts that align with production goals and employee ownership values. Acting as both a strategic partner and hands-on practitioner, the Manager ensures that training, succession planning, and organizational development programs support operational excellence, reduce turnover, and prepare the company for long-term growth.

About the Role

The Performance and Organizational Development Manager is responsible for strengthening workforce capability, leadership effectiveness, and organizational design within a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and continuously improve performance management processes, including goal setting, feedback loops, and annual reviews.
• Provide coaching to supervisors and managers on performance feedback and employee development practices as KRA's and IDP's.
• Track and report on key performance indicators related to workforce productivity, quality, and engagement.
• Assess organizational structures and recommend improvements that support efficiency and growth.
• Build and manage succession planning frameworks to ensure continuity in critical leadership and technical roles.
• Create and deliver leadership development programs for front-line supervisors and managers.
• Establish Individual Development Plan (IDP) frameworks for technical experts and high-potential employees.
• Implement cross-training programs that increase workforce flexibility and reduce operational risk.
• Strengthen communication and accountability practices across teams.
• Facilitate workshops, leadership forums, and development sessions to build alignment and collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Industrial/Manufacturing Management, or related field (Master's preferred).
• 5+ years of Organizational Development, Performance Management, or Human Resources experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with heavy industry processes strongly preferred.
• Proven ability to design and deliver training programs and leadership development.
• Strong communication, facilitation, and coaching skills.
• Data-driven approach to workforce metrics and ROI analysis.

Required Skills

• HRIS / HCM Systems (e.g., ADP, UKG, Workday, Oracle, SAP, etc…) – for employee data, performance management, and reporting.
• Learning Management Systems (LMS) (e.g., Cornerstone, Moodle, SuccessFactors Learning, Litmos) – for training delivery, tracking, and compliance.
• Performance & Talent Management Software (e.g., 15Five, Lattice, ClearCompany, BambooHR modules) – for goals, reviews, and feedback loops.
• Microsoft Excel (intermediate to advanced) – workforce analytics, dashboards, KPIs, training ROI, turnover tracking.
• Microsoft Power BI or Tableau – for visual workforce and performance analytics.
• HR/OD Metrics Dashboards – ability to build and interpret dashboards tied to productivity, quality, retention, and training.
• Microsoft Office Suite – Outlook, Word, PowerPoint (polished presentations and reporting for leadership teams).
• Collaboration Platforms (e.g., Teams, SharePoint, Slack) – for communication and resource sharing.
• Project Management Tools (e.g., Smartsheet, Trello, Asana, MS Project) – for managing development initiatives and training rollouts.

Preferred Skills

• Experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong leadership development experience.

Work Environment

• Split between office and manufacturing floor.
• Regular plant interaction; must follow all PPE and safety protocols.