Senior / Manufacturing Training Specialist

Join us at AstraZeneca as a (Senior) Manufacturing Training Specialist at our cell therapy facility in Rockville, Maryland, the newest addition to our global supply network. We aim to make a direct impact on patients by delivering life-saving cell therapies. This is your chance to break new ground and leave a collective legacy! We are investing in internal capabilities across our R&D and manufacturing organizations to help us realize our ambition to discover and deliver next-generation cellular therapies.

The (Senior) Manufacturing Training Specialist is part of the Training team, responsible for the manufacturing training program and onboarding of new staff as well as maintaining qualified status. The Specialist will collaborate closely with the manufacturing department and process subject matter experts.

What you will do:

Organize and facilitate process-related training sessions

Create, own, and maintain an onboarding program for all new staff.

Superuser and subject matter expert for learning management system (Cornerstone)

Lead the development of training materials, modules, and resources tailored to meet the specific needs of the manufacturing department.

Collaborate with subject matter experts to gather information and insights necessary for creating effective training content.

Ensure training materials are up-to-date, engaging, and aligned with industry best practices and regulatory requirements.

Continuously review and update training content to reflect changes in processes, technology, and regulations.

Drives continuous improvements, and standardization using lean, Six Sigma principles.

Minimum Qualifications:

This role can be filled at either the Specialist title or Sr Specialist title commensurate with the successful candidate's experiences.

BS degree required in biological sciences, engineering, or biotechnology/life sciences

Senior Training Specialist:

Minimum of 7 years experience working in Manufacturing.

3 years experience in training and development, with a focus on GMP manufacturing.

Training Specialist:

Minimum of 5 years experience working in Manufacturing

1 year experience in training and development, with a focus on GMP manufacturing.

Strong understanding of learning principles, instructional design methodologies, and training evaluation techniques.

Knowledgeable of Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP’s)

Strong communication, presentation, and facilitation skills, with the ability to engage and motivate diverse audiences.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in autologous cell therapy manufacturing

Experience working with learning management systems

At AstraZeneca, we are driven by innovation and our commitment to improving lives. We are a diverse, multigenerational team of experts connected across the globe. We interpret the science, connecting it with the business need to apply manufacturing excellence. We foster an encouraging, positive environment where ideas are welcomed and rewarded. If you want to make a big impact, this is the place for you. Our contribution to life-changing medicines is why people have been here for decades. We do it for the patients.

Ready to make a difference? Apply today and join us in our mission to deliver life-changing medicines!

Date Posted14-May-2024

Closing Date28-May-2024Our mission is to build an inclusive and equitable environment. We want people to feel they belong at AstraZeneca and Alexion, starting with our recruitment process. We welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of characteristics. We offer reasonable adjustments/accommodations to help all candidates to perform at their best. If you have a need for any adjustments/accommodations, please complete the section in the application form.

AstraZeneca requires all US employees to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 but will consider requests for reasonable accommodations as required by applicable law.

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