Operations Trainer

Avantor; Hillegom; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Avantor is seeking an Onsite Trainer to ensure all production staff are properly trained and qualified to operate within a regulated pharmaceutical environment. You will deliver onboarding and continuous training, ensure GMP compliance, and accelerate onboarding timelines to support production targets.

In this role, you will maintain training records, assess competency, and work with cross-functional teams to keep materials up-to-date while promoting a culture of quality and safety across the

Qualifications

• Experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing or regulated environments.
• Strong understanding of GMP principles and quality system requirements.
• Experience delivering training, coaching, or mentoring employees.
• Knowledge of manufacturing equipment, production processes, and workplace safety practices.
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to engage employees at all levels and adapt training methods to different learning styles.

Responsibilities

• Deliver onboarding and operational training for all new employees joining the production organization.
• Ensure employees understand and comply with GMP requirements, site procedures, work instructions, and quality standards.
• Train employees on the correct, safe, and efficient use of production equipment, tools, and systems.
• Maintain training records and support compliance with internal and external audit requirements.
• Monitor employee progress and verify competency through practical assessments and qualification activities.
• Identify training gaps and develop corrective actions to ensure workforce readiness.
• Work closely with Production, Quality, Engineering, and EHS teams to maintain up-to-date training materials.
• Support the implementation of new processes, equipment, and procedures through effective training programs.
• Promote a culture of quality, safety, compliance, and continuous improvement.

Skills

Training delivery

GMP knowledge

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Adapt training methods

Job description

The Opportunity:

Supports the management of projects and processes within the manufacturing department, working closely with manufacturing supervisors and managers to ensure smooth day-to-day operations. Plays a key role in ensuring operational continuity and supporting the manufacturing team in meeting production targets and deadlines. Provides data and insights that help optimize manufacturing processes, identify opportunities for improvement, and ensure operational efficiency. Assists in the training and development of new and existing employees by delivering training sessions on operational processes, safety protocols, and standard operating procedures (SOPs). Supports supervisors and managers in ensuring that all team members are properly trained and adhere to quality standards, safety regulations, and best practices. Handles recurring but varied problems and issues, requiring the analysis of multiple factors to propose effective solutions. Communicates effectively with internal teams across various functions, as well as with external parties, including customers and vendors, to facilitate smooth coordination and address any operational needs.

Onsite Trainer Position Purpose

The Onsite Trainer is responsible for ensuring that all employees are properly trained, qualified, and prepared to work safely and effectively within a regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing environment. This role plays a critical part in maintaining compliance with GMP requirements, ensuring adherence to work instructions, and accelerating the onboarding process for new employees. The Onsite Trainer provides structured training programs that enable employees to develop the knowledge, skills, and confidence required to perform their roles independently and in accordance with company standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver onboarding and operational training for all new employees joining the production organization.
• Ensure employees understand and comply with GMP requirements, site procedures, work instructions, and quality standards.
• Train employees on the correct, safe, and efficient use of production equipment, tools, and systems.
• Maintain training records and support compliance with internal and external audit requirements.
• Monitor employee progress and verify competency through practical assessments and qualification activities.
• Identify training gaps and develop corrective actions to ensure workforce readiness.
• Work closely with Production, Quality, Engineering, and EHS teams to maintain up-to-date training materials.
• Support the implementation of new processes, equipment, and procedures through effective training programs.
• Promote a culture of quality, safety, compliance, and continuous improvement.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Experience in a pharmaceutical, medical device, or other regulated manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of GMP principles and quality system requirements.
• Experience delivering training, coaching, or mentoring employees.
• Knowledge of manufacturing equipment, production processes, and workplace safety practices.
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to engage employees at all levels and adapt training methods to different learning styles.

Success Measures

• New employees are fully trained and qualified within defined onboarding timelines.
• High levels of compliance with GMP, work instructions, and safety requirements.
• Reduced onboarding time and faster achievement of operational productivity.
• Positive audit outcomes related to training and qualification processes.
• Increased employee confidence, competence, and retention.

Disclaimer:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position.

Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Why Avantor?

Dare to go further in your career. Join our global team of 14,000+ associates whose passion for discovery and determination to overcome challenges relentlessly advances life-changing science. The work we do changes people's lives for the better. It brings new patient treatments and therapies to market, giving a cancer survivor the chance to walk his daughter down the aisle. It enables medical devices that help a little boy hear his mom's voice for the first time. Outcomes such as these create unlimited opportunities for you to contribute your talents, learn new skills and grow your career at Avantor. We are committed to helping you on this journey through our diverse, equitable and inclusive culture which includes learning experiences to support your career growth and success. At Avantor, dare to go further and see how the impact of your contributions set science in motion to create a better world.

EEO Statement:

We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/province, or local law.

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