Sr Technical Trainer

Kite Pharma • Oceanside, CA

19h • Onsite

About The Position

Kite is dedicated to curing cancer by developing innovative cancer immunotherapies, specifically pioneering personalized CAR T-cell therapies. The company aims to make significant advances in cancer treatments and shape the future of medical science. Kite believes in fostering an inclusive, developed, and empowered environment for its employees. As a Senior Technical Trainer, you will be responsible for delivering, documenting, and tracking training activities, leading technical training facilitation, and coordinating logistics. Kite is a biopharmaceutical company focused on chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) and T cell receptor (TCR) engineered cell therapies to empower the immune system against tumors, based in Santa Monica, CA. The company is built on a common goal of curing cancer, fostering curiosity, creativity, and mutual respect among its team members.

Requirements

• MS with at least 2+ years of experience or BS or BA with at least 4+ years of experience or AA with at least 6+ years of experience or HS Diploma with 8+ years of relevant experience in manufacturing and technical training.
• Prior experience working in a GMP environment
• Prior experience working with a Learning Management System (LMS).
• Presentation skills with the ability to conduct training sessions
• Experience in setting up, coordinating and managing On-the-Floor training
• Demonstrated knowledge of pharmaceutical manufacturing, including aseptic processing, cell culture, purification and fill finish operations.

Nice To Haves

• Understanding of training and instructional design
• Viral vector manufacturing experience is preferred.
• Science‑ or engineering‑focused educational background (e.g., biology, chemistry, engineering, or related discipline).
• Proven ability to translate complex technical information into clear, concise, and trainee‑friendly formats.
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Highly motivated, with the flexibility to take on temporary responsibilities outside the initial job scope.
• Ability to adapt quickly and think creatively in a fast‑paced, evolving manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated capability to train, coach, and mentor staff.
• Detail‑oriented and well‑organized, with the ability to balance competing priorities and work independently or collaboratively with minimal supervision.
• Takes full accountability for assigned responsibilities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Demonstrated commitment to working in an inclusive and diverse environment and fostering collaboration.
• Willingness and ability to work off‑shift hours and weekends as operationally required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver, document, and track training activities in compliance with applicable Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Lead and/or coordinate technical training facilitation, qualification, and requalification activities.
• Schedule and coordinate training logistics, including rooms, trainers, resources, and required trainings (e.g., GMP, HR, EHS).
• Support tracking, reporting, and effective utilization of the Learning Management System (LMS).
• Mentors trainers and SMEs informally to ensure delivery quality.
• Create, update, and maintain role‑based training curricula and qualification materials.
• Create / support the development of training scenarios and presentations including, but not limited to: hands-on simulated scenarios, presentations regarding procedures, job expectations and regulatory requirements, and general information intended to expedite development of Manufacturing Personnel
• Perform training compliance audits, as required
• Support change controls, deviations, and CAPAs in collaboration with MSAT, QA, and QC partners.
• Continuously improve training programs by reviewing feedback and revising training materials to ensure effectiveness and compliance.
• Acquire and maintain working knowledge of relevant scientific principles to design and deliver high‑quality technical training in support of manufacturing operations.
• Maintain qualification and proficiency in assigned manufacturing areas to effectively support training programs and operational needs.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Benefits

• discretionary annual bonus
• discretionary stock-based long-term incentives (eligibility may vary based on role)
• paid time off
• company-sponsored medical insurance plans
• company-sponsored dental insurance plans
• company-sponsored vision insurance plans
• company-sponsored life insurance plans

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees