Sr Manufacturing Training Specialist

Terumo•Elkton, MD

33d•$72,000 - $79,200

About The Position

The Senior Manufacturing Training Specialist will play a critical role in developing, implementing, and evaluating training programs to ensure operational excellence and compliance across manufacturing operations. This individual will leverage their expertise in training methodologies to enhance workforce skills, improve efficiency, and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements

Deep understanding of adult learning principles, instructional design, and hands-on training techniques.
Knowledge of TWI
Familiarity with manufacturing workflows, equipment, and SOPs
Understanding of medical device manufacturing industry regulations, and quality control (ISO Standards, FDA Regulations, etc.)
Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Knowledge of organizational change management strategies to support new training program rollout.
Ability to design, deliver, and evaluate effective training programs tailored to manufacturing employees.
Excellent communication skills
Proven experience in conducting individualized and group training in a production environment.
Strong ability to read, understand, and work with detailed visual aids such as method layouts, detailed diagrams, schematics, process flow sheets, related assembly documentation, and other documented practices.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Strong writing, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
Can communicate effectively with all levels of the organization.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and deliver comprehensive training programs for manufacturing employees, focusing on Job Instruction (JI), Job Methods (JM), and Job Relations (JR) based on TWI principles.
Utilize adult learning methodologies and hands-on techniques to engage diverse learning styles effectively.
Develop training materials, including work instructions, SOPs, and visual aids.
Serve as a subject matter expert for TWI, driving adoption and continuous improvement.
Assess training needs through job task analysis, skill gap identification, and collaboration with manufacturing leadership.
Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of training programs using Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Prepare and present reports summarizing training completion, effectiveness, and ROI, using Microsoft tools.
Partner with cross-functional teams, including quality, production, HR, etc. to ensure training programs align with organizational goals.
Support process improvement initiatives by analyzing training gaps and implementing solutions to enhance efficiency and compliance.
Mentor and coach manufacturing floor trainers to ensure consistent training delivery and high-quality outcomes.
Ensure production training is based on the relevant SOPs and delivered in a complete, effective, and consistent manner across workstations and departments
Maintains all manufacturing training records as required.
Maintain working knowledge of current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) and Good Documentation Practices (GDPs) and monitor records to ensure GDP.
Provide timely and effective training support identified Corrective and Preventative Actions (CAPA) and Nonconformances (NCs).
Maintain flexibility in schedule to support all shifts.
Performs other related duties as assigned.