(CW) Training Associate (TEMPORARY)

Biomarin Pharmaceutical Inc.•Novato, CA

59d•Hybrid

About The Position

BioMarin is a global biotechnology company that relentlessly pursues bold science to translate genetic discoveries into new medicines that advance the future of human health. Since our founding in 1997, we have applied our scientific expertise in understanding the underlying causes of genetic conditions to create transformative medicines, using a number of treatment modalities. Using our unparalleled expertise in genetics and molecular biology, we develop medicines for patients with significant unmet medical need. We enlist the best of the best - people with the right technical expertise and a relentless drive to solve real problems - and create an environment that empowers our teams to pursue bold, innovative science. With this distinctive approach to drug discovery, we've produced a diverse pipeline of commercial, clinical and preclinical candidates that have well-understood biology and provide an opportunity to be first-to-market or offer a substantial benefit over existing therapeutic options. It takes a village, and at BioMarin our corporate groups are the people behind our success. Groups such as IT, Finance, Legal, Global Compliance & Ethics, and our People Team provide foundational support of all areas of operation at BioMarin. Note: This is a hybrid role. Must work onsite in Novato 2 days per week. Worker must be onsite on Tuesday or Wednesday and can choose the other onsite workday. Effective training programs are critical in a regulated manufacturing business, and this position plays an essential role in ensuring the training administration for BioMarin manufacturing and support groups are compliant with regards to GxP, regulatory and industry standards and guidelines. The Training Specialist's primary function is to ensure our learning management system is effective and efficient. He or she will interact with customers to streamline curricula within the LMS. They will ensure that customers are adequately credited for the training necessary to properly and consistently perform their functions and assist in identifying and implementing improvements to processes that will lead to gained efficiency and reduce costs. This position reports on the training function within the Business Operations department and supports the Novato manufacturing site and its support groups.

Requirements

Administration of the LMS (ComplianceWire,Veeva, SAP etc.)
Application of data integrity best practices in a corporate environment
Use of web-based database software applications
Effective customer service across all levels of business

Nice To Haves

2-4 years in a regulated environment supporting highly technical processes (e.g. life sciences, energy, aviation, nuclear industries)
4-6 years of experience in professional training
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to comprehend technical information related to equipment, process and regulatory expectations
Familiarity with Biotech, Pharmaceutical and/or Medical Device Industry
Microsoft Office Suite - Excel, Outlook, SharePoint, Visio, Word

Responsibilities

Administration of the Learning Management System (LMS) to ensure seamless customer experience for the users of BioMarin manufacturing and manufacturing support groups
Provision of training reports in support of audit and inspection
Leading or assisting department projects as needed
Building training curricula in association with the customer department/group
Supporting project on migrating to paperless credit system
Processing of training assignment requests, including curricula and user group creation and modification
Processing Node structure changes and the associated re-grouping of personnel
Entering training record data for non-LMS driven activities
Integrating multiple types of e-Learning training modules into the LMS
Creation, editing and archive of documentation as directed by department management
Creation and delivery of custom reports as requested
Maintain and update training database
Participate in internal and external audits and inspections
Review documents (SOPs) and TNAs, provide feedback on the contents, and assess the training needs and requirements for new and revised procedures.
Supporting department logistics as needed
Deliver training as applicable
Interact with customers across manufacturing and support groups to Address technical support inquiries
Train on administrator tools and an ad-hoc and planned basis
Guide/educate customers in the design of curricula and the associated implementation in the LMS to maximize efficiency and ensure consistency across learning content
Support department logistics as needed
Identify and recommend process improvements
Lead or support improvement projects for training systems or programs