Specialist, Manufacturing Technical Development

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Specialist, Manufacturing Technical Development is responsible for the successful implementation of the site Manufacturing Training Program. The Specialist develops and administers training solutions that adhere to the Site Training Program. This position trains other staff members, as well as assesses their ability to perform tasks proficiently. The Specialist may also perform cleanroom processing duties as a Manufacturing Associate as needed.

Shift Available:

• Q1:
  Sunday - Wednesday (with e/o Wednesday off), Onsite Day Shift, 5 a.m.
  
  - 5:30 p.m.

Responsibilities:

• Implements training programs that meet regulatory requirements & business needs including:

• Works with the Manager to create a training and development plan to address production demands such that new hires become proficient operators and are contributing to processing stations in a timely fashion.

• Works with the Manager on an on-going basis to implement training goals and meet KPI’s.

• Conducts ILT and OJT sessions to ensure cleanroom operators are proficient.

• Provides feedback to trainees to ensure all skills / knowledge have been acquired and communicates any skill/knowledge gaps that require additional training.

• Solicits feedback from trainees to ensure the appropriateness of course content, and for continuous improvement opportunities.

Knowledge &

Skills:

• Collaborates with the Manager to ensure training is compliant and effective.

• Ability to communicate information clearly to facilitate effective learning. This position requires speaking in classroom settings.

• Requires strong interpersonal skills, which enable appropriate collaboration with trainees, colleagues, and subject-matter experts.

• Ability to work in an aseptic environment requiring successful completion of a qualification program.

• Maintains accurate training documentation and employee record keeping.

• Seeks feedback from Department Management to assess training needs and to identify areas for continuous improvement.

• Develops course content and procedures including new SOPs, TRNs for manufacturing training programs as necessary.

• Collaborates with the Manager and Quality to identify trends which may require amendment to training programs.

• Develops / implements new course content as procedures change or as new techniques are introduced.

• Performs competency assessments of operators on an ongoing basis to ensure the knowledge/skills from training are continuously applied.

• Implements the local Manufacturing Operations new hire Training Program including:

• Promotes and exhibit core BMS values in onboarding and training activities.

• Develops an on-the-job training schedule that accommodates individuals of various levels of experience and follows all regulatory and technical requirements.

• Performs administrative tasks…