Training Area Coordinator
Training Area Coordinator
Ireland - Dun Laoghaire Apply NowTraining Area Coordinator – Syringe Filling Operations
Position Summary
The Training Area Coordinator is responsible for leading and coordinating all training-related activities within the maintenance function of a pharmaceutical syringe filling plant. This role ensures that maintenance personnel are effectively onboarded, trained, and continuously developed to support safe, compliant, and efficient manufacturing operations. The position also plays a key role in building and sustaining a high-performing training hub aligned with site training academy initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
1. Hiring & Onboarding Coordination (Maintenance Department)
- Coordinate all hiring logistics for maintenance technicians in partnership with HR and maintenance leadership.
- Lead onboarding processes, ensuring a structured and compliant induction for all new hires.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for new maintenance employees during onboarding.
- Ensure all onboarding documentation, training assignments, and compliance requirements are completed on time.
2. Training Program Development (Syringe Filling Lines)
- Design, develop, and implement technical training programs for new and existing syringe filling lines.
- Collaborate with SMEs (Subject Matter Experts), engineering, and operations to ensure training content reflects current equipment, processes, and regulatory requirements.
- Standardize training materials, work instructions, and qualification processes across all syringe lines.
- Incorporate safety, GMP, and operational excellence principles into all training curricula.
3. Maintenance Technician Training & Onboarding Program
- Develop, implement, and continuously improve a structured onboarding and qualification program for new maintenance technicians.
- Define competency frameworks, training pathways, and certification requirements.
- Monitor trainee progress and provide feedback to supervisors and stakeholders.
- Identify skill gaps and implement targeted development plans for both new and existing technicians.
4. Training Hub & Academy Leadership
- Lead the development and continuous improvement of the site training hub.
- Support and align with broader Training Academy and Training Center initiatives.
- Establish best practices for training delivery, including blended learning (classroom, on-the-job, digital).
- Track and report training metrics (e.g., completion rates, effectiveness, time-to-competency).
- Promote a culture of continuous learning and capability development across the maintenance organization.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Life Sciences, or related discipline (or equivalent experience).
- Experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing, ideally within aseptic or syringe filling operations.
- Strong understanding of GMP, regulatory requirements, and training compliance standards.
- Proven experience in training program development, technical training, or learning & development.
- Experience working with maintenance teams, equipment, and troubleshooting processes is highly desirable.
Skills & Competencies
- Strong organizational and coordination skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
- Instructional design and training delivery expertise.
- Analytical mindset with the ability to track and improve training effectiveness.
- Leadership capability with a focus on coaching and developing others.
- High attention to detail and commitment to quality and compliance.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Time-to-competency for new maintenance hires
- Training completion and compliance rates
- Effectiveness of training programs (assessment results, performance improvements)
- Reduction in maintenance-related deviations linked to skill gaps
- Continuous improvement of training materials and programs
Reporting Structure
- Reports to: Maintenance Manager / Site Training Lead (as applicable)
- Key Interfaces: HR, Engineering, Operations, Quality, Training Academy.