Learning and Development Specialist

System One - Devens, MA

Full-time - Entry Level

Devens, MA

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The Learning & Development Specialist plays a crucial role in a global biopharmaceutical company by designing, implementing, and assessing training programs that meet regulatory requirements and business needs. This position focuses on ensuring that new hires become proficient operators in a GMP manufacturing environment, facilitating effective learning through various training methods, and collaborating with subject matter experts to continuously improve training content and delivery.

Responsibilities

• Implements training programs that meet regulatory requirements & business needs.
• Provides training expertise and consultation in support of the Devens site training model and process.
• Works with L&D and functional Subject Matter Experts to create a training and development plan to address production demands.
• Conducts ILT and OJT sessions to support functional unit training requirements.
• Provides feedback to trainees to ensure all skills/knowledge have been acquired.
• Solicits feedback from trainees to ensure the appropriateness of course content.
• Collaborates with the Manager to ensure training is compliant and effective.
• Maintains accurate training documentation and employee record keeping.
• Seeks feedback from Department Management to assess training needs.
• Develops course content and procedures including new SOPs, TRNs for manufacturing training programs.
• Performs competency assessments of operators on an ongoing basis.
• Implements the local Manufacturing Operations new hire Training Program.
• Performs administrative tasks such as scheduling training sessions and coordinating enrollment.
• Communicates with different departments to ensure new hires have access to all necessary systems and security.
• Observes, practices, and promotes all aspects of the GMP & GDP requirements.
• Reports and initiates non-conformances and participates in follow-up investigations.

Requirements

• Bachelor degree in Business or Education, B.S. in Biology, Biochemical, Chemical, or 3-5 years of relevant experience in a GMP manufacturing environment.
• Requires understanding of GMP manufacturing environments, processes and controls requirements.
• Intermediate skills in design, development, and implementation of training, utilizing ADDIE instructional design model.
• High level of experience delivering and assessing training.
• Advanced skills in using Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel.
• Requires a high level of organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to communicate information clearly to facilitate effective learning.
• Requires strong interpersonal skills for collaboration with trainees, colleagues, and subject-matter experts.

Benefits

• Health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, and participation in a 401(k) plan.