Associate/Sr. Associate - Learning Execution Partner

450 Eli Lilly Kinsale Limited; Limerick; On-site; EUR 38,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension plan

Healthcare benefits

Vacation benefits

Flexible benefits

Life insurance

Time off

Job summary

Lilly in Ireland seeks a Learning & Development professional to support the GMQLD program, delivering training aligned with GMP and site needs across multiple shifts.

Bachelor’s degree and at least 2 years in a GxP manufacturing environment are required, with strong organizational and communication skills to collaborate with operators and site leadership.

Experience with LMS platforms, OJT delivery, and training records is preferred to support audit readiness and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and minimum 2 years in a GxP-regulated manufacturing environment are required.
• Strong organizational and communication skills to collaborate with operators, supervisors and site leadership.
• Experience with LMS platforms, OJT delivery, and training records management is preferred.
• Familiarity with GMP training requirements and compliance training is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate site-level training execution and delivery tracking.
• Ensure training aligns with production schedules and GMP requirements.
• Maintain training records and support audit readiness.
• Partner with site business teams to prioritize training needs and drive improvements.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

English proficiency

GxP manufacturing experience

GMP training knowledge

LMS familiarity

OJT delivery

Training records management

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

LMS platforms

QualityDocs familiarity

SuccessFactors familiarity

Job description

At Lilly, the work is demanding because patients are waiting. We unite caring with discovery to help make life better for people around the world, knowing that every decision, every detail, and every day matters. Headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, our over 50,000 employees around the globe take on complex challenges to discover and deliver life‑changing medicines, strengthen how health is understood and managed, and support the communities we serve. This is hard, urgent, selfless work—but it’s work worth doing. If you’re driven by purpose and ready to bring your best to work that truly matters for patients, we invite you to join us.

Overview

The Global Manufacturing and Quality Learning & Development (GMQLD) team is dedicated to delivering learning solutions that empower Lilly's Manufacturing and Quality organizations to achieve our mission: making medicine with safety first and quality always. This role is responsible for applying business and technical expertise to support the Global Manufacturing & Quality Learning and Development organization and business partners in the creation, implementation, and maintenance of learning and performance support interventions.

Responsibilities

• The LEP is accountable for site-level training execution, delivery tracking, and frontline quality assurance within the GMQLD operating model.
• The LEP works closely with the LA and Platform Lead to ensure site-specific needs are addressed and training is delivered effectively.
• Execute training solutions/initiatives.
• Address site-specific training needs, including local procedures, equipment-specific content, and site onboarding.
• Manage OJT execution using standardized DOJT templates and digital tools.
• Serve as the primary coordinator for on-unit qualification activities.
• Ensure training is delivered just-in-time, aligned to production schedules and floor reality.
• Manage training completion tracking and ensure timely documentation in the LMS.
• Monitor qualification status and elevate gaps or at-risk completions to LA and Platform Lead.
• Support audit readiness by maintaining accurate and current training records.
• Ensure compliance with GMP training requirements and site-specific regulatory obligations.
• Observe and assess training effectiveness on the floor; identify gaps in learner competence or confidence.
• Surface site-specific execution needs, process changes, and training gaps back to the LA.
• Serve as the first point of contact for site. Feed site-specific execution needs and feedback back to LA and Platform Lead.
• Partner with site business teams on training priorities.
• Represent the site in platform-level forums and contribute to cross-site alignment.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a GxP-regulated manufacturing environment.

Preferences

• Knowledge of GMP training requirements and compliance training.
• Experience with training delivery, OJT execution, or learning operations in a manufacturing setting.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Language Requirements: English proficiency (written & verbal); local language proficiency as required by site.
• Manufacturing floor experience in pharmaceutical or biotech environments.
• Experience with digital OJT tools, LMS platforms, or training record management.
• Ability to work independently at site level with minimal supervision.
• Strong interpersonal skills — ability to work with operators, supervisors, and site leadership.
• Familiarity with SuccessFactors, QualityDocs, or equivalent systems.
• Experience supporting audits or regulatory inspections related to training.

Disability Accommodation

Lilly is dedicated to helping individuals with disabilities to actively engage in the workforce, ensuring equal opportunities when vying for positions. If you require accommodation to submit a resume for a position at Lilly, please complete the accommodation request form (https://careers.lilly.com/us/en/workplace-accommodation) for further assistance. Please note this is for individuals to request an accommodation as part of the application process and any other correspondence will not receive a response.

Equal Opportunity

Lilly does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.

Compensation

Actual compensation will depend on a candidate’s education, experience, skills, and geographic location. The anticipated wage for this position is €37,870 - €89,650. Full-time equivalent employees may also be eligible for a company bonus (depending, in part, on company and individual performance).

Benefits

• Eligibility to participate in a pension plan
• Vacation benefits
• Eligibility for healthcare benefits
• Flexible benefits (if applicable)
• Life insurance and death benefits
• Certain time off and leave of absence benefits
• Well‑being benefits (e.g., employee assistance program, fitness benefits, and employee clubs and activities)

Policy

Lilly reserves the right to amend, modify, or terminate its compensation and benefit programs in its sole discretion and Lilly’s compensation practices and guidelines will apply regarding the details of any promotion or transfer of Lilly employees.

Culture

#WeAreLillyUKandIreland At Lilly we strive to ensure our employees are part of a team that cares about them and our shared purpose of making life better for those around the world. How do we do this? We continue to look for ways to include, innovate, accelerate and deliver while maintaining integrity, excellence and respect for people. We hope that you seek to join us on our journey as we create medicine and deliver improved outcomes for patients across the globe! #WeAreLilly