Finishing Trainer (3rd Shift)

Grand River Aseptic Manufacturing; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits starting day 1 (medical, etc)

Paid volunteerism 16 hours/year

PTO 13 days/year

Wellness time off

10 paid holidays

Job summary

Grand River Aseptic Manufacturing (GRAM) seeks a Training Specialist to facilitate onboarding and provide job-specific training in a cGMP, FDA-regulated environment. You will coordinate with training coordinators and area supervisors to ensure adherence to procedures and regulatory standards, and support finishing area tasks as needed.

Responsibilities include training in labeling, packaging, setup, and Good Documentation Practices, with emphasis on thoroughness and process improvement.

Qualifications

• 1+ years relevant experience in FDA regulated environment or college degree equivalent.
• Knowledge of QA principles in pharma, biopharma, and/or biotech manufacturing.
• Experience in pharmaceutical packaging with understanding of cGMP, FDA guidelines and multinational regulatory standards.
• Knowledge of GMP standards and CFR guidelines.
• Must be detail oriented.
• Proficient in Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Follow/train all labeling, packaging, and finishing procedures.
• Assist/train in equipment setup and operation.
• Accurately perform/train Good Documentation Practices.
• Assist/train in completion of batch record materials.
• Assist with training of Master Control and its general use.
• Track/verify that all individuals have completed necessary training courses.
• Actively engage/train current Good Manufacturing Practices.
• Train new hires as well as veteran employees.
• Actively participate in Continuous Quality and Safety Improvements.

Skills

FDA regulated environment experience

QA principles

cGMP knowledge

Detail oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Description

Agility, Impact, Methodology. Do you exhibit these values and wish to be around others that do too? Do you thrive in fast-paced environments where agility, adaptability, and high standards go hand in hand? Are you driven to make a meaningful impact, whether through your work, your support of others, or your commitment to your community? Are you motivated by a disciplined, science-based approach that ensures consistent excellence, safety, and integrity in everything you do? If these statements resonate with you, Grand River Aseptic Manufacturing (GRAM) welcomes you to apply to join our community of dedicated individuals improving lives every day!

Overview of this Position:

Facilitate the completion of tasks related to onboarding new hire trainees. Responsible for offering training in job-specific areas. Teach specific areas of knowledge or on-the-job capabilities needed for certain positions. Coordinate applicable training tasks with the training coordinator and area supervisors to meet all guidelines of established procedures and cGMP regulations. Assist in on-the-job, instructor led, and read/understand trainings. Support Finishing Area tasks, as needed.

Non-Negotiable Requirements:

• 1+ years relevant experience in an FDA regulated environment or a college degree equivalent.
• Knowledge of QA principles and procedures in a pharma, biopharma, and/or biotech manufacturing environment.
• Experience in pharmaceutical packaging of regulated products with a thorough understanding of cGMP, FDA guidelines and multinational regulatory standards required.
• Knowledgeable of GMP standards and the ability to follow CFR guidelines.
• Must be detail oriented.
• Must have proficient computer skills in Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Responsibilities Include (but are not limited to):

• Follow/Train all labeling, packaging, and finishing procedures.
• Assist/Train in equipment set up and operation.
• Accurately perform/train Good Documentation Practices.
• Assist/Train in completion of batch record materials.
• Assist with training of Master Control and its general use.
• Track/verify that all individuals have completed necessary training courses.
• Actively engage/train current Good Manufacturing Practices.
• Train new hires as well as veteran employees.
• Actively participate in Continuous Quality and Safety Improvements.

Full job description available during formal interview process.

What Sets GRAM Apart from Other Employers:

BENEFITS starting day 1: Medical, prescription, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits are available to you and your family on your first day of work, with the company paying a portion of the cost! Once eligible for the 401(k) program, all your contributions are immediately 100% vested, and you are immediately vested in GRAM contributions as well. We also offer generous off-shift premiums!

Paid VOLUNTEERISM starting day 1: GRAM encourages giving back to our community by offering 16 hours of paid volunteer time per calendar year!

PTO: Full-time employees accrue up to 13 days of time off per calendar year. You choose how to use this time for your vacation, sick, or mental health needs!

WELLNESS TIME OFF: Employees earn 1 hour of time off for every 30 hours worked to use how you choose.

PAID HOLIDAYS: We offer 10 paid holidays per calendar year with immediate eligibility!

PAY: Depends on Experience and is discussed during the interview process.