Manager, Training and Development

Merit Medical Systems•South Jordan, UT

4d•Onsite

About The Position

This position designs and develops in-house training programs; coordinates external training with outside vendors; and works with all departments at Merit Medical. Administers, organizes and conducts training programs, on-the-job training and employee orientation.

Requirements

Related Bachelor's Degree in Business, Human Resources, or a training related area.
Five years of training experience and demonstrated ability to supervise others in a team atmosphere.
Ability to communicate effectively with others including senior management and government officials.
Ability to read and understand complex manufacturing and production information, including production drawings, work orders, and related manufacturing specifications.
Excellent organizational skills, the ability to complete tasks in a timely manner, and the ability to work under strict time constraints.
Excellent analytical skills, including the ability to identify improvements in manufacturing methods and processes.
Good interpersonal skills and the ability to work well with others.
Demonstrated computer skills preferably spreadsheets, word processing, database and other applicable software programs.
Ability to work effectively with the manufacturing team to achieve production goals.

Responsibilities

Manages and directs employees regarding training assignments and scheduling, performance evaluations, mentoring and career development, etc.
Conducts needs assessments to determine training requirements and associated facility and equipment needs.
Organizes and coordinates training with internal and external instructors.
Designs, develops, and budgets for in-house training curriculum and resources.
Provides and budgets for training courses such as technical training and ESL courses as needed.
Plans for and facilitates training of new employees through new-hire orientation, on-boarding, job specific technical training and on-the-job training.
Reviews and evaluates performance of production operations including achievement of output and profitability target and identifies opportunities to improve work processes and methods. Communicates observations and suggestions for improvement to Management.
Monitors effectiveness of training programs, compliance with policies and procedures regarding training, and reports to Management on a regular basis.
Teaches various training courses.
Develops and maintains training resource library.
Develops and maintains yearly training budget.
Performs other related tasks, as required.