Training Technician - x 2 Perm roles

Job title: Training Technician

Department: Manufacturing

Location: Hamble Southampton (onsite)

GLS: U

Working hours: Blue Shift 07:00 19:00 4 days on 4 days off (40.25 hours/week)

Contract Type: Permanent

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A brighter future awaits you

CooperVision a division of CooperCompanies is one of the worlds leading manufacturers of soft contact lenses. With a presence in over 100 countries CooperVision has a strong heritage of solving the toughest vision challenges across the globe such as astigmatism presbyopia and childhood myopia; and offers the most complete collection of spherical toric and multifocal products available. Through a combination of innovative products and focused practitioner support the company brings a refreshing perspective to the marketplace creating real advantages for customers and about so much more than makingcontact lenses its about giving lens wearers the freedom andconfidence to move about their daily lives creating Brighter Futures for our employees and customers alike.

Job summary What to expect:

We are looking for a Training Technician who will be responsible for delivering manufacturing training in accordance with business compliance within production.The key objective of this role will be providing training tests certifications and re-certifications to manufacturing personnel whilst motivating and developing team members through training.

Essential functions and accountabilities include but are not limited to:

• Identifying the needs of training and re-training to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements is understood by all team members and training targets are achieved as detailed by the Training Leader / Senior Shift Leader.
• To be responsible for health and safety awareness and compliance.
• To participate in process improvement projects.
• Providing training re-training and guidance as required across all areas of the Silicone business.
• Prepare training material as is required and support in design and review of tests/questionnaires according to structure established.
• Acting as a point of link among the Shift / Team Leader and the Training Leader.
• Administering and updating training records on Agile.
• Being consistent in the training and effective use of the visual tools to provide training.
• To develop and maintain the training packs used to aid the training technicians.

A full job description is available upon request.

What skills and experience should you have

• Proven experience within the business units manufacturing environment preferably with some previous training experience.
• Good numerical verbal and literacy skills.
• IT Literate with practical understanding and knowledge of Microsoft applications.
• Knowledge of continuous improvement and 5s activities.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to convey information accurately consistently.
• The ability to plan your training in advance and to be able to adjust your plan at short notice if business needs require.
• Initiative to be able to proactively identify improvements and communicate ways in which improvements can be made in line with procedures
• A good knowledge of company Health & Safety.
• A practical approach to problem solving.

Work Environment:

• The immediate work area is open plan with lots of moving equipment with team members in close proximity
• Controlled manufacturing environment with a clean room area with gowning procedure required e.g. all hair covered no make-up and no heels
• The work carried out over a 12-hour shift (8-hours for Lathing) is physically demanding and a significant proportion of the shift will require the member of staff to stand and be active
• Some of our work areas have a high level of noise. Where this is above prescribed limits PPE is supplied and must be worn at all times

What we offer:

At CooperVision we offer a selection of extensive benefits. Our goal is to improve lives one person at a time and we start with you. Youll receive competitive compensation alongside a fantastic benefits package including;

• 22 shifts holiday
• Company sick pay
• Pension scheme
• Healthcare cover
• Life assurance
• Flexible working
• Discounted gym memberships
• Extensive learning and development opportunities
• Access to our Wellness Platform
• Free eye tests
• A heavily discounted contact lens scheme and much more!

We are committed to our employees personal and professional development and offer extensive training to support your career growth and help every individual to reach their full potential. To help us achieve our goals well give you everything you need to help you achieve yours.

What you can expect:

As a CooperVision employee youll be welcomed into a diverse and progressive global business. We appreciate how important fostering a diverse and inclusive culture is and how different perspectives add value and contribute to our success.

If you like what you see take the first step towards your Brighter Future and apply today! All suitably qualified applicants will receive equal consideration and opportunities from CooperVision.

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