Planet Pharma
Learning & Development - Training Associate
Planet Pharma, Novato, California, United States, 94949
Learning & Development - Training Associate
Effective training programs are critical in a regulated manufacturing business, and this position plays an essential role in ensuring the training administration for manufacturing and support groups are compliant with GxP, regulatory and industry standards and guidelines.
The Training Specialist’s primary function is to ensure our learning management system is effective and efficient. They will interact with customers to streamline curricula within the LMS, ensure that customers are adequately credited for the necessary training and assist in identifying and implementing improvements to processes that will lead to increased efficiency and cost reduction.
This position reports on the training function within the Business Operations department and supports the Novato manufacturing site and its support groups.
Responsibilities
Administration of the Learning Management System (LMS) to ensure a seamless customer experience for users of manufacturing and manufacturing support groups
Provision of training reports in support of audit and inspection
Leading or assisting department projects as needed
Building training curricula in association with the customer department/group
Supporting a project on migrating to a paper‑less credit system
Processing training assignment requests, including curricula and user group creation and modification
Processing node structure changes and the associated re‑grouping of personnel
Entering training record data for non‑LMS driven activities
Integrating multiple types of e‑Learning training modules into the LMS
Creation, editing and archiving of documentation as directed by department management
Creation and delivery of custom reports as requested
Maintain and update training database
Participate in internal and external audits and inspections
Review documents (SOPs) and TNAs, provide feedback on the contents, and assess training needs and requirements for new and revised procedures
Supporting department logistics as needed
Deliver training as applicable
Interact with customers across manufacturing and support groups to address technical support inquiries
Train on administrator tools on an ad‑hoc and planned basis
Guide/educate customers in designing curricula and implementing them in the LMS to maximize efficiency and consistency across learning content
Identify and recommend process improvements
Lead or support improvement projects for training systems or programs
Required Skills
Administration of the LMS (ComplianceWire, Veeva, SAP, etc.)
Application of data integrity best practices in a corporate environment
Use of web‑based database software applications
Effective customer service across all levels of business
Desired Skills
2‑4 years in a regulated environment supporting highly technical processes (e.g., life sciences, energy, aviation, nuclear industries)
4‑6 years of experience in professional training
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to comprehend technical information related to equipment, process, and regulatory expectations
Familiarity with Biotech, Pharmaceutical and/or Medical Device Industry
Microsoft Office Suite – Excel, Outlook, SharePoint, Visio, Word
Education Bachelor’s Degree in a technical discipline preferred (biological sciences preferred but not required)
The Planet Group of Companies is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Seniority level Not Applicable
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Human Resources
Industries Staffing and Recruiting
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The Training Specialist’s primary function is to ensure our learning management system is effective and efficient. They will interact with customers to streamline curricula within the LMS, ensure that customers are adequately credited for the necessary training and assist in identifying and implementing improvements to processes that will lead to increased efficiency and cost reduction.
This position reports on the training function within the Business Operations department and supports the Novato manufacturing site and its support groups.
Responsibilities
Administration of the Learning Management System (LMS) to ensure a seamless customer experience for users of manufacturing and manufacturing support groups
Provision of training reports in support of audit and inspection
Leading or assisting department projects as needed
Building training curricula in association with the customer department/group
Supporting a project on migrating to a paper‑less credit system
Processing training assignment requests, including curricula and user group creation and modification
Processing node structure changes and the associated re‑grouping of personnel
Entering training record data for non‑LMS driven activities
Integrating multiple types of e‑Learning training modules into the LMS
Creation, editing and archiving of documentation as directed by department management
Creation and delivery of custom reports as requested
Maintain and update training database
Participate in internal and external audits and inspections
Review documents (SOPs) and TNAs, provide feedback on the contents, and assess training needs and requirements for new and revised procedures
Supporting department logistics as needed
Deliver training as applicable
Interact with customers across manufacturing and support groups to address technical support inquiries
Train on administrator tools on an ad‑hoc and planned basis
Guide/educate customers in designing curricula and implementing them in the LMS to maximize efficiency and consistency across learning content
Identify and recommend process improvements
Lead or support improvement projects for training systems or programs
Required Skills
Administration of the LMS (ComplianceWire, Veeva, SAP, etc.)
Application of data integrity best practices in a corporate environment
Use of web‑based database software applications
Effective customer service across all levels of business
Desired Skills
2‑4 years in a regulated environment supporting highly technical processes (e.g., life sciences, energy, aviation, nuclear industries)
4‑6 years of experience in professional training
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to comprehend technical information related to equipment, process, and regulatory expectations
Familiarity with Biotech, Pharmaceutical and/or Medical Device Industry
Microsoft Office Suite – Excel, Outlook, SharePoint, Visio, Word
Education Bachelor’s Degree in a technical discipline preferred (biological sciences preferred but not required)
The Planet Group of Companies is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Seniority level Not Applicable
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Human Resources
Industries Staffing and Recruiting
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