Description
**Training 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.
