Technical Training Manager (Manufacturing)

Sanofi; Munster; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Parental leave (14 weeks)

Career development

Job summary

Sanofi in Waterford, Ireland is seeking a Training Manager to lead GMP-compliant training programs across the plant, ensuring staff are qualified to meet regulatory standards and drive operational excellence.

You will partner with department heads to design curricula, manage the training team, support regulatory inspections, and contribute to QMS processes, including deviations and CAPAs. This is a full-time, six-month fixed-term contract.

Qualifications

• Experience with GMP and quality management systems in pharma.
• Ability to develop and evaluate training programs.
• Strong regulatory knowledge and data-driven improvement.
• Excellent communication and collaboration with multiple departments.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement annual GMP training programs.
• Collaborate with department heads to identify training needs and create plans.
• Support curricula for different areas and lead training sessions for staff.
• Monitor completion of the training plan and identify risks.
• Evaluate training effectiveness using assessments and metrics.
• Maintain up-to-date training materials reflecting regulatory changes.
• Lead continuous improvement of training materials and processes.
• Support regulatory inspections by presenting training records and materials.
• Manage and qualify the training team for their activities.
• Contribute to QMS-related training (Deviation, CAPA, Change Control).
• Represent the site in the Training CoP and participate in CoE as needed.

Skills

Training program development

Quality systems

Regulatory compliance

GMP knowledge

Project management

Data analysis

Tools

QMS software

Job description

About The Job

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Job title: Training Manager

• Location: Waterford, Ireland
• Full-Time, 6-Month Fixed Term Contract

As a Training Manager, you will lead the development and delivery of comprehensive GMP-compliant training programs across the plant, ensuring all personnel are qualified and equipped to meet regulatory standards and operational excellence. You will partner with department heads to design customized curricula, manage the training team, drive continuous improvement initiatives, and serve as the site's training representative in global Communities of Practice while supporting regulatory inspections and QMS processes.

Main Responsibilities

• Developing and implementing annual training programs to ensure compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and other regulatory standards
• Collaborating with department heads to identify training needs and developing customized training plans
• Supporting the managers in the establishment of the curricula for the different areas
• Conducting training sessions for new hires and existing employees on specific topics as necessary
• Monitoring the completion of the training plan to identify risks and weaknesses
• Evaluating training effectiveness through assessments, feedback, and performance metrics
• Ensuring update of training materials to reflect changes in regulations, procedures, and best practices
• Leading continuous improvement initiatives to enhance training material and processes
• Providing support during regulatory inspections and audits by presenting training records, training process and material
• Managing the training team and ensuring their proper qualification for their activities
• Contribute to QMS processes related training activities (e.g., Deviation, CAPA, Change Control) for the site
• Representing the site in the training CoP led by global and, if requested, participating in the CoE and ensuring local communication

About You

Required Experience & Capabilities

• Experience in quality management systems in the pharmaceutical industry ensuring compliance with GMP and other regulatory standards and experience in developing, implementing, and evaluating training programs, particularly those related to quality systems and regulatory compliance
• Ability to create effective training programs and materials that meet the needs of the organization and comply with regulatory standards
• Proficiency in evaluating training effectiveness through data analysis, assessments, and feedback to continuously improve training programs
• Strong understanding of regulatory requirements and the ability to ensure training programs align with these standards
• Expertise in planning, organizing, and managing training projects, including setting timelines, allocating resources, and monitoring Progress
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively convey information, collaborate with various departments, and present training outcomes to senior management

Why choose us?

• Bring the miracles of science to life alongside a supportive, future-focused team
• Discover endless opportunities to grow your talent and drive your career, whether it’s through a promotion or lateral move, at home or internationally
• Enjoy a thoughtful, well-crafted rewards package that recognizes your contribution and amplifies your impact
• Take good care of yourself and your family, with a wide range of health and wellbeing benefits including high-quality healthcare, prevention and wellness programs and at least 14 weeks’ gender-neutral parental leave