Job Description
Job Description
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At Veranova, we believe people are our most important asset, and we are dedicated to building the most talented workforce in our industry. Our commitment to uncompromising focuses on quality, compliance, safety, and excellence in delivery shapes everything we do. We are not just looking for skills; we are seeking innovative individuals who have a mindset open to learning and growth, and a desire to make a difference.
Veranova is a global leader in the development and manufacturing of complex active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) for pharma and biotech customers. With deep technical expertise and impressive flexibility, we develop solutions and processes that support and accelerate innovation.
Join us on our mission to enable current and next-generation therapeutics to improve and save the lives of patients.
Role Overview:
The Training Specialist is responsible for designing, delivering, and managing training programs to help achieve the goal of providing outstanding education and training across the site.
Core Responsibilities:
- Develop, evaluate, and deliver high-quality training programs across all functions and support external training by cross-functional teams.
- Design and develop employee training that aligns with the company’s values and business goals.
- Building and maintaining the training systems, including leadership development and skills development training, and leading programs directly related to the retention and professional enhancement of our team members.
- Provide guidance and leadership to a site Training Committee made up of supervisors from all relevant departments.
- Collaborate with internal and external subject matter experts to develop and deliver hands-on, on-the-job training (OJT) content for our departments and team members.
- Manage training documents within the controlled document system ensuring that all required training documentation is retrievable, accurate, complete, and well-organized.
- Handle all supporting activities for implementation and maintenance of controlled training documents including periodic review, training assignment management, and archival.
- Collaborate with a cross-functional team to address training and documentation needs, confirm alignment across existing procedures, and ensure training assignments are appropriately set for teams and individuals.
- Define, develop, and track department training metrics and report their status to the Site Director on a regular basis.
- Maintain and implement improvements to the education and training program to ensure compliance with global initiatives and cGMP.
- Support computer system training activities related to the quality system.
- Support the QA department in meeting quality objectives and regulatory requirements.
- Participate in inspection readiness activities and assist with corporate and internal audits and regulatory inspections.
- Own training and development strategies, including scope of programs, budgets, and more.
- Partner with all levels of management in each department to ensure that all training activities, training plans, and other training requirements are completed on time.
- Develop and maintain participant and instructor materials (course manuals, workbooks, handouts, job aids, etc.), and manage an integrated curriculum.
- Manage, administer, and track training plans and training matrices (collaborating with department managers) in MasterControl or another suitable system.
- Collaborate with EHS leadership to track and aid in administering safety training across the organization.
- Collaborate with training and operations personnel at other Veranova sites to provide expertise and assistance as needed and to harmonize best practices.
Qualifications:
Required
- Bachelor's degree is required.
- Minimum of 3-5 years of relevant experience developing and administrating training programs.
- Extensive knowledge of SOPs and GMPs and the know-how to work and manage within a regulated environment.
- Prior experience with MasterControl or similar programs
- Strong change management skills and demonstrated ability to simplify and improve business processes.
- Adaptable to a fast-paced, complex, and ever-changing business environment
- Practical verbal and written communication skills
- Solid organizational skills and attention to detail
- Self-motivated, self-disciplined, and able to function independently and as part of a team.
- Excellent computer proficiency (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
Preferred
- Biotech/pharmaceutical/GMP industry or expertise in a highly regulated environment is strongly preferred.
Our Commitment:
- Health & Wellness: Comprehensive health & Wellness benefits. Access to mental health resources and wellness programs. Generous PTO and holiday pay policies.
- Financial Wellness: Comprehensive total compensation package that includes competitive base salary, Defined Contribution Pension program, eligibility for performance-based bonuses, and attractive 401(k) Plan with company match.
- Professional Development: Opportunities for continuous learning through LinkedIn Learning, workshops, conferences, and mentorship. Tuition Assistance for Undergraduate and Graduate degree programs.
- Inclusive Culture: At Veranova, an inclusive culture is integral to our values. We are committed to ensuring that everyone can bring their full self to work and thrive in their career.
How to Apply:
At Veranova, we are on a misson to meet people that believe in our values and can contribute to the team in a variety of ways. Please visit www.veranova.com to view all open roles and join our Talent Community to stay connected and learn about opportunities as they arise.
We value a range of experiences and perspectives. If you want to be part of improving and saving the lives of patients, we encourage you to apply regardless of whether you meet every qualification listed.
For applicants who may require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, you may submit your request by sending an email to talentacquisition@veranova.com in order to confirm your request for an accommodation. Please include the job number, title, and location of role. This option is reserved for individuals who require accommodation due to a disability. Information received will be processed by a U.S. Veranova employee and then routed to a local recruiter who will provide assistance to ensure appropriate consideration in the application or hiring process.
Additional Information:
Applicants for this role must be authorized to work in the United States without further employer sponsorship.
Agency and Search Firm Representatives: Veranova does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies and/or search firms for this job posting.
Important Notice Regarding Recruitment Scams: Veranova is committed to providing professional and secure recruitment experience for all applicants. Unfortunately, fraudulent job postings and recruitment scams are becoming more prevalent. We want to ensure that all candidates are aware of potential scams. Please see our notice here.
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Veranova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Veranova to provide equal employment access and opportunity to all persons regardless of age, race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, physical or mental disability, genetic information, citizenship, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
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