Aseptic Training Specialist

Panda International; Geleen; On-site; EUR 49,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Panda International seeks an Aseptic Training Specialist I to ensure staff in aseptic manufacturing have the knowledge, skills, and behaviours required to maintain high aseptic standards. The role is site-based, hands-on, focusing on training delivery, coaching, and monitoring aseptic practices in classified manufacturing areas.

You will support GMP training, contribute to deviation investigations and CAPAs, and collaborate with Manufacturing and Quality Assurance to improve training standards,

Qualifications

• BSc or equivalent in science or related discipline.
• Experience delivering GMP training in regulated manufacturing.
• Knowledge of aseptic behaviour and cleanroom practices.
• Ability to develop and deliver effective training materials.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and coordinate GMP and aseptic training.
• Coach employees and contractors in classified areas.
• Monitor gowning and aseptic practices; support QA and manufacturing teams.
• Contribute to deviation investigations, CAPAs, and audits.

Skills

GMP training delivery

Aseptic manufacturing

Training material development

Communication

Coordination with stakeholders

Data trend analysis

Adaptability

Gowning & cleanroom practices

Education

BSc or equivalent in science

Tools

GxP training platforms

Job description

A global life sciences organisation is seeking an Aseptic Training Specialist I to ensure employees working in aseptic manufacturing environments have the knowledge, skills, and behaviours required to maintain high standards of aseptic practice. This site-based position focuses on hands‑on training, coaching, aseptic behaviour monitoring, and continuous improvement of training standards and procedures. In this role, you will deliver and coordinate GMP and aseptic training, coach employees and contractors in classified manufacturing areas, monitor gowning and aseptic practices, and support Manufacturing and Quality Assurance teams with training and compliance activities. You will also contribute to deviation investigations, CAPAs, risk assessments, audits, smoke studies, cleanroom management, and procedural improvements related to aseptic manufacturing.

Essential Requirements

• BSc or equivalent educational background in science or a related discipline
• Experience in a pharmaceutical, GMP, or similarly regulated manufacturing environment
• Experience delivering GMP training
• Knowledge of aseptic behaviour, sterile manufacturing practices, and relevant pharmaceutical regulatory requirements
• Experience with electronic GxP training platforms
• Ability to develop and deliver effective training materials
• Strong communication and coordination skills
• Ability to work effectively with employees, contractors, Manufacturing, and Quality Assurance stakeholders
• Self-starting and adaptable approach with strong attention to detail
• Ability to manage changing priorities
• Ability to analyse trends, identify improvement opportunities, and translate findings into practical actions

Preferred Requirements

• Experience providing hands‑on coaching to employees and contractors entering aseptic and classified manufacturing areas
• Experience supporting aseptic behaviour certification programmes
• Experience monitoring aseptic practices, gowning techniques, and manufacturing activities
• Experience supporting smoke studies and cleanroom management
• Experience supporting the training and monitoring of personnel involved in cleaning activities
• Experience generating reports and trend analyses
• Experience supporting deviation investigations, CAPAs, risk assessments, and audits related to microbial contamination, aseptic procedures, and continuous improvement
• Experience evaluating equipment modifications, process changes, and new equipment or tools from an aseptic perspective
• Experience supporting procedural revisions and assessments

Practicalities

• Location: Geleen, Netherlands
• Contract Type: Not specified
• Working Model: Fully site-based
• Salary: €48,750-€68,250 annual base salary