Manufacturing Training Coordinator

Union Agener, Inc.

Augusta (GA)

On-site

USD 60,000 - 85,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Benefits Package

401k with Match

Paid Vacation

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Job summary

Union Agener, Inc. in Augusta, GA, is seeking a Manufacturing Training Coordinator to lead site training programs, ensure safety, and maintain regulatory compliance within a regulated chemical and pharmaceutical environment.

You will design, standardize, and execute training materials, onboard new operations personnel, develop qualification plans, and drive continuous improvement projects with area SMEs and production leaders to sustain capable, compliant operations.

Qualifications

3–5 years of experience in chemical, pharmaceutical, or regulated process manufacturing.
Proven track record in developing, delivering, and evaluating workforce training programs.

Responsibilities

Create, update, and distribute SOPs, SWIs, and training modules for manufacturing staff.
Onboard new personnel, assess needs via SME input, and perform competency validations.
Maintain effective communication with operations managers and shift leaders.
Develop qualification plans and facilitate Train-the-Trainer programs.
Identify performance gaps and support CI initiatives and process improvements.
Provide technical writing support for deviation investigations and CAPA.

Skills

Technical Writing

Software & Systems Proficiency

Methodology Expertise

Interpersonal Coaching

Education

Associate Degree in Engineering/Technical Science

Tools

SAP

SESuite

MS Office

Adobe

Job description

Position Description, Functions, Duties and Tasks:

Position Summary:

The Manufacturing Training Coordinator plays a critical role in ensuring operational training excellence, safety, and regulatory compliance across the manufacturing facility. Reporting directly to the API or Drug Product Manager, this position leads the design, standardization, and execution of site and area training programs, provides training guidance to the area SME Trainers, drives Continuous Improvement (CI) initiatives, and acts as a lead technical writer for training materials. The ideal candidate is a high-energy, self-directed problem solver with a strong background in training program development and management in a regulated chemical, pharmaceutical, or process manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities:

Training

Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs): Create, update (practice vs procedure) and distribute procedures/modules/JFC’s to manufacturing personnel.
Employee Onboarding and Training: Onboard new operations personnel, conduct needs assessments via SME input and workplace observations, and execute hands‑on competency validations. Complete routine check‑ins.
Communication: Maintain effective communication with the Operations/Manufacturing managers, shift leaders and support staff to ensure adherence to protocols and standards
Team Collaboration: Actively participate in area team meetings and project teams.
Qualification Plans: Develop and facilitate employee qualification plans and partner with production leaders to ensure employees remain in qualified status.
Train‑the‑Trainer Programs: Facilitate Train‑the‑Trainer certification programs to empower Supervisors and Subject Matter Expert Trainers (SMETs) to deliver consistent, high‑quality training.

Continuous Improvement

Performance Gap Identification: Monitor shop‑floor operations and evaluate training data to identify skill deficiencies, operational bottlenecks, and efficiency opportunities.
Quality & Work Standardization: Develop and implement department‑wide quality control measures and standardized work routines to minimize variance.
Project Implementation: Act as a champion for Continuous Improvement (CI) initiatives, new operational tools, and site‑wide process optimizations.
Operational Support: Assist Operations Managers in planning, developing, and coordinating plant‑wide activities to minimize operational disruptions.

Deviation Investigator/Quality Compliance

Technical Writing Support: Provide technical writing support for non‑routine investigations rooting in human error or training inadaquacies.
Deviation Management: Support the operational implementation of deviation‑specific countermeasures.

Minimum Qualification (Education, Experience and/or Training, Required Certifications):

Education:

Associate Degree in Engineering, Technical Science, or a related discipline (or equivalent relavent experience).

Experience:

Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in a chemical, pharmaceutical, or regulated process manufacturing environment.

Core Experience:

Proven track record in developing, delivering, and evaluating workforce training programs. Proven proficiency in manufacturing processes and equipment is required. The successful candidate must be capable of serving as a subject matter expert, providing training, mentorship, and technical guidance to trainees and team members.

Skills:

Technical Writing: Superior ability to translate complex manufacturing processes into clear SOPs, SWIs, technical investigation reports, and training guides.
Software & Systems Proficiency: Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP preferred), Quality Management Systems (e.g., SESuite), MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams), and Adobe.
Methodology Expertise: Knowledge of Job Instruction Training (JIT), Standard Work Instructions (SWIs), Root Cause Analysis (RCA) techniques and TAP Root.
Interpersonal & Coaching: Strong public speaking, facilitation, and coaching abilities to engage cross‑functional teams and manufacturing associates.

Additional Preferences: