Training Manager

Position Summary

The Training Manager is responsible for the development, implementation and management of comprehensive, integrated learning and development programs, technical training, and recording of non-regulatory and/or non-statutory employee training activities while ensuring consistency among training programs. The Training Manager is responsible for maximizing employee productivity through new and existing employee training programs. S/he will travel to facility sites as needed to drive implementation of training programs, conduct trainings, perform competency assessments, audit training effectiveness, work with Subject Matter Experts to document technical processes, and ensure appropriate recordings of trainings to meet regulatory requirements.

Remote based role with up to 25-35% travel (both domestic and possibly international travel).

What You Will Do as Training Manager

• As owner of the training function, you will design, develop, implement and monitor training programs within the organization.
• You will develop an annual Learning & Development Plan, and an annual training schedule with the input and collaboration from Training and Business Unit.
• Incumbent contributes to strategic plans and align training strategy to both Training and Business Unit strategic and tactical plans.
• Conducts overall needs assessment, design, develop and implement programs for people and processes to meet long-term and annual goals.
• Evaluates programs regularly to ensure maximum learning and productivity. Consistently measures and evaluates training effectiveness.
• Manages training resources (people, process, systems and financial resources) to include: 
  • Managing project progress, utilization and forecasting of training resources.
  • Existing and new training programs (competency, technical, regulatory, non-regulatory).
  • Ensuring Training Procedures, Work Instructions, and Training Manuals are available and current.
  • Develops evidence-based research for improving training and development for all staff and managers.
  • Ensures training documentation exist to meet regulatory and training department requirements.
  • Oversees the development and implementation of online learning programs.
  • Drives Learning & Development trends, quality standards, and best practices.
• Develops an understanding of key business drivers and effectively translates them into training programs that develop Business Unit staff to effectively meet organizational and customer requirements.
• Oversees the overall execution, development, delivery of Business Unit programs and trainings to include training schedules, agendas, training content, required training material, content management and updates and documentation of records. Coordinates and delivers structured, on-the-job (OJT) training for new hire personnel, and existing personnel.
• Solicits information and feedback from Subject Matter Experts and develop procedures, work instructions, competencies, and training manuals for the various product categories.
• Delivers formal and informal presentations to promote and inform training plan, upcoming trainings, or development of formalized procedures, work instructions, or training manuals.
• Provides post-training feedback to Business Unit in written or verbal format.

The Experience, Skills and Abilities Needed

Required

• Bachelor's Degree in a related field required.
• 7 years of experience in training and/or talent development including 5+ years in a management role
• Experience with Adult Learning Theory and Application of Theory.
• Leadership experience or experience in quality assurance.
• Proven background in successful training initiatives that have provided an ROI to the business.

Preferred

• Instructional Designer experience is desired.
• Project Management experience is desired.
• Management of direct reports.
• Budgeting experience is desired.
• Change Management and/or consultative experience preferred.
• Experience working in a large, public, multi-state and multi-national company preferred.
• Experience in a technical environment is preferred.

Skills

• Experience developing and managing multiple learning curriculums concurrently.
• Ability to scope new learning programs and projects.
• Experience managing resources and forecasting resource utilization, work assignments and scheduling.
• Ability to consult and manage expectations of senior leaders
• Experience developing and implementing learning evaluations
• Ability to manage ad-hoc projects as requested by senior leaders
• Experience auditing learning programs
• Experience developing, implementing, and assessing competency programs/systems.
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing, influence, and manage change.
• Ability to analyze training evidence-based data and make course corrections.
• Ability to work with Subject Matter Experts and develop procedures, work instructions and training manuals.
• Ability to track and keep organized, accurate records of trainings, training programs, and employee participation.

What STERIS offers

We value our employees and are committed to providing a comprehensive benefits package that supports your health, well-being and financial future.

Here is a brief overview of what we offer: 

• Market Competitive Pay
• Extensive Paid Time Off and (9) added Holidays
• Excellent Healthcare, Dental and Vision Benefits
• Long/Short Term Disability Coverage
• 401(k) with a company match
• Maternity and Paternity Leave
• Additional add-on benefits/discounts for programs such as Pet Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement and continued education programs
• Excellent opportunities for advancement in a stable long-term career

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