Training Area Coordinator

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Job Description

Training Area Coordinator Syringe Filling Operations

Position Summary

The Training Area Coordinator is responsible for leading and coordinating all training-related activities within the maintenance function of a pharmaceutical syringe filling plant. This role ensures that maintenance personnel are effectively onboarded trained and continuously developed to support safe compliant and efficient manufacturing operations. The position also plays a key role in building and sustaining a high-performing training hub aligned with site training academy initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

1. Hiring & Onboarding Coordination (Maintenance Department)

• Coordinate all hiring logistics for maintenance technicians in partnership with HR and maintenance leadership.
• Lead onboarding processes ensuring a structured and compliant induction for all new hires.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for new maintenance employees during onboarding.
• Ensure all onboarding documentation training assignments and compliance requirements are completed on time.

2. Training Program Development (Syringe Filling Lines)

• Design develop and implement technical training programs for new and existing syringe filling lines.
• Collaborate with SMEs (Subject Matter Experts) engineering and operations to ensure training content reflects current equipment processes and regulatory requirements.
• Standardize training materials work instructions and qualification processes across all syringe lines.
• Incorporate safety GMP and operational excellence principles into all training curricula.

3. Maintenance Technician Training & Onboarding Program

• Develop implement and continuously improve a structured onboarding and qualification program for new maintenance technicians.
• Define competency frameworks training pathways and certification requirements.
• Monitor trainee progress and provide feedback to supervisors and stakeholders.
• Identify skill gaps and implement targeted development plans for both new and existing technicians.

4. Training Hub & Academy Leadership

• Lead the development and continuous improvement of the site training hub.
• Support and align with broader Training Academy and Training Center initiatives.
• Establish best practices for training delivery including blended learning (classroom on-the-job digital).
• Track and report training metrics (e.g. completion rates effectiveness time-to-competency).
• Promote a culture of continuous learning and capability development across the maintenance organization.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelors degree in Engineering Life Sciences or related discipline (or equivalent experience).
• Experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing ideally within aseptic or syringe filling operations.
• Strong understanding of GMP regulatory requirements and training compliance standards.
• Proven experience in training program development technical training or learning & development.
• Experience working with maintenance teams equipment and troubleshooting processes is highly desirable.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong organizational and coordination skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Instructional design and training delivery expertise.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to track and improve training effectiveness.
• Leadership capability with a focus on coaching and developing others.
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality and compliance.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Time-to-competency for new maintenance hires
• Training completion and compliance rates
• Effectiveness of training programs (assessment results performance improvements)
• Reduction in maintenance-related deviations linked to skill gaps
• Continuous improvement of training materials and programs

Reporting Structure

• Reports to: Maintenance Manager / Site Training Lead (as applicable)
• Key Interfaces: HR Engineering Operations Quality Training Academy.