Ops Training Specialist II - Fixed Term (1 year)

Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc.; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Ops Training Specialist II to drive learning and development initiatives at their Paisley site. In this pivotal role, you will collaborate with local managers and leadership teams to define and implement training plans that align with business objectives. Your passion for training and ability to influence will foster a positive learning culture, ensuring employees are equipped with essential skills. This position offers the chance to make a significant impact in a fast-paced environment, where your contributions will support both immediate and long-term business success.

Qualifications

• 2+ years trainer experience in a shared service environment.
• Demonstrable learning and development experience in complex environments.

Responsibilities

• Implement learning strategies to meet business performance goals.
• Lead training initiatives and support internal trainer networks.

Skills

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Excellent communication skills

Self-motivated with a bias for action

Computer skills in Microsoft 365

Ability to influence business leaders

Passion for training

Strong project management skills

Strong written and verbal communication

People-oriented attitude

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Good organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree (e.g., MBA)

Tools

Learning Management System

Job description

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Office

Job Description

Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. (NYSE: TMO) is the world leader in serving science, with annual revenue over $40 billion. Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. From accelerating life sciences research to solving complex analytical challenges, improving patient health through diagnostics, or developing and manufacturing life-changing therapies, we're here to support our customers. Our team delivers an unrivaled combination of innovative technologies, purchasing convenience and pharmaceutical services through our industry-leading brands, including Thermo Scientific, Applied Biosystems, Invitrogen, Fisher Scientific, Unity Lab Services, Patheon and PPD.

For more information, please visit www.thermofisher.com

Job Title: Ops Training Specialist II

Location:Paisley

Employment Type:Full-time

As Training Specialist you will implement the regional and local learning strategy, ensuring that our people possess, all the necessary capabilities and skills to meet current and future business performance ambitions. This is a critical role for ensuring the smooth running of our Paisley site as well as for promoting a sustained positive learning culture.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work in partnership with local people managers, the site leadership team and with the regional Learning & Development team todefine and implement the GBS Paisley Learning and Development planthat meets short-term priorities whilst focusing on long term business objectives.
• Proactivelylead all aspects of learning initiatives (Analysis, Design, Develop, Implement, Evaluate, Administrate), including new hire On-boarding, Professional and Process training, leadership, competencies and culture development initiatives. Build and maintain effective work relationships with internal and external partners.
• Be point of contact for training completion and administration issues
• Organize, facilitate team buildings or team development sessions
• Build, lead, train and support the local internal trainer network, act as the point of contact for them
• Develop and maintain training calendar and training catalogue
• Administrate and track training completion and attendance
• Create training reports
• Ensure audit readiness on the Learning and Development area
• Support HR when L&D is in scope for audit
• Measurethe effectiveness of training events and learning initiatives, including clear metrics that drives continuous improvement
• Work with the global and regional Learning & Development Manager to develop, implement and apply local and regional Learning and Developmentpolicies and procedures.
• Acts as the local ambassador forcorporate learning and development programmes

Skills:

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, complex, and rapidly growing/changing work environment
• Excellent communicator
• Self-motivated with a bias for action and a keen sense of urgency
• Must possess adequate computer skills in Microsoft 365 Office applications
• Demonstrable ability to work with and influence business leaders to define and implement L&D plans that support long term business objectives.
• Passion about training, desire and ability to instruct and help others
• Strong project – and partner management skills
• Strong written, verbal communication skills and presentation skills
• People-oriented attitude
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and solve complex problems
• Display attention to detail and accuracy
• Good organizational skills and the ability to prioritize and / or delegate effectively
• Demonstrate judgment, tact and diplomacy in dealing with internal and external customers

Experience:

• 2+ years trainer experience, preferably in shared service environment
• Demonstrable Learning and Development experience gained within a complex, shared services environment
• Strong experience in adult learning and development
• Evidence of working within a matrix managed environment with proven ability to influence and drive change
• Experience in an operational business environment; demonstrable customer-focused approach
• Proven experience in implementing programs and processes that yield positive results
• Exposure to process improvement efforts (e.g. Kaizen, PPI, six sigma, practical process improvement)
• Experience with a Learning Management System is a plus

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree required; master’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., MBA, organizational psychology, adult learning, etc.) is a plus

Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.