Training Specialist

HELP US BRING THE GIFT OF HEALTH TO LIFE.

Working at Pharmavite is an experience like no other. With a focus on complete nutrition for all, each endeavor is urgent and every day counts. You'll have the opportunity to work on the #1 selling national vitamin and supplement brand, Nature Made, as well as an exciting portfolio of other products that are shaping the future of the healthy living industry. Consumer-driven innovation, high quality products and a promising portfolio, all driven by a team with a shared sense of purpose -- that's Pharmavite. Join us to bring the gift of health to life.

This role is not available for sponsorship, including I-983 participation.

Position Summary:

The Training Specialist plays a crucial role in enhancing the efficiency, effectiveness, and compliance of training programs within the facility. This position focuses on developing, implementing, and optimizing training initiatives, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and regulatory requirements. The Training Specialist collaborates closely with departmental leaders and subject matter experts. This role includes coaching trainers in delivering training and overseeing all aspects of New Hire Orientation, including facilitation.

Responsibilities:

Develop and Enhance Training Materials:

• Collaborate with departmental stakeholders and the Training Department Leader to develop, validate, and enhance training materials, including OJTs, presentations, videos, and other resources.

• Conduct regular audits of existing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), job instructions, and miscellaneous controlled documents, leading efforts to update them to reflect current practices and regulatory standards.

• Write and validate On-the-Job Training (OJT) materials, ensuring they are comprehensive, accurate, and aligned with operational requirements.

• Evaluate and make recommendations on training material and methodology.

Training Administration:

• Maintain and update the training database to accurately record and track training activities, certifications, and competencies for all employees at both facilities.

• Organize and manage departmental training records for audits, compliance checks, and other departmental needs.

• Ensure the standardization of training content across all shifts and departments to promote consistency and effectiveness in training delivery.

• Provide support and guidance to operations employees to ensure proficiency in documentation practices and adherence to SOPs and regulatory requirements (e.g., cGMP).

Process Improvement and Lean Initiatives:

• Participate in Lean Initiatives, including basic rapid problem solving (BRPS) and kaizen.

• Facilitate Training Within Industry (TWI) initiatives, applying adult learning theory principles to develop effective training programs and material.

Training Implementation and Facilitation:

• Coordinate and lead meetings across shifts to ensure effective communication and collaboration on training initiatives and projects.

• Facilitate learning through various delivery methods, including classroom instruction, virtual training, and on-the-job coaching.

• Collaborate with operations leaders to roll out training initiatives and ensure departmental goals and objectives are aligned.

• Act as a second coach to trainers on the shop floor by providing feedback and assessing training effectiveness while utilizing the TWI methodology.

• Develop and administer assessments to evaluate the effectiveness of training programs and identify areas for improvement

Other Duties:

• Undertake additional assignments and responsibilities delegated by the Training Department Leader to support departmental objectives and organizational needs.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Three to five years of demonstrated experience in training and development, manufacturing training, or a related field are required.

• A bachelor's degree is preferred, or seven to nine years of relevant experience

• Proficiency in software applications and data entry.

• Knowledge of adult instructional and learning theory and principles

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio).

Experience:

• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles is a plus.

• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to effectively manage multiple projects, deadlines, and priorities.

• Knowledge of training methodologies (familiarity with TWI is a plus).

• Familiarity with instructional design.

• Possess project management skills.

OUR OFFER

Here, career paths aren't predefined, and bureaucratic limitations don't exist -- you have the opportunity to grow, learn from industry pioneers, and develop the way you want to. Pharmavite is investing more in the development of our team -- to help us deliver on our purpose and help you achieve your career aspirations. Our environment is geared to fuel curiosity, encourage experimentation, and generate learning as this is the way we develop ourselves and our organization.

Pharmavite is committed to meeting the needs of our employees and their families with a Total Rewards package that's as comprehensive as the vitamins and supplements we deliver to consumers. With competitive compensation programs and standout benefits, we provide employees with optimal health and well-being -- as well as peace of mind. These rewards -- plus our new recognition program -- ensure employees feel supported both at work and home.

The salary range for this position is $62,000.00 - $102,000.00
Actual compensation will take into account a wide range of factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to geographic location, education, experience, qualifications, and job-related skills. It is not typical for an individual to be hired above the midpoint of the range for their role, and compensation decisions depend on the facts and circumstances of each case. This information is provided to applicants in accordance with state and local laws.
Base pay is only one component of our total rewards offerings, and we will take the full offering into consideration when presenting an offer of employment. Our total rewards package for this position may also include an annual performance bonus, Medical, dental, and vision benefits, 401K match, and other wellness benefits.

Visit Pharmavite.com/careers to learn more about our mission and discover an opportunity that's right for you. Health and wellness begins with us.

Pharmavite is an equal employment and affirmative action employer F/M/Disability/Vet/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran or disabled status, or any protected status. We do not discriminate in employment based on race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or any other basis covered by applicable law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business need.

Disclaimer

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications of employees assigned to this job.

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