Job Description Summary

The Technical Trainer (PM Shift) will be responsible for the maintenance and delivery of the technical training associated with the entire value stream. This role provides technical training to the manufacturing cell processors, aseptic trainers, media technicians, and other value stream manufacturing related functional roles.

This is an onsite position located in Morris Plains, NJ. Novartis is unable to offer relocation support for this role. Please only apply if the location is accessible for you. The working hours are 1p-9:30p

Job Description

Major accountabilities:

Coach, mentor, and train cell processors on the required skills, technical courses, and materials in manufacturing process to perform their jobs efficiently
Maintain and support the scheduling of technical training activities including all required training for the manufacturing process (e.g. classroom instruction, systems training, etc.)
Maintain the training program in accordance with business needs, regulatory requirements, and Quality Management System
Assist in the development and / or review developed training materials for technical accuracy, regulatory compliance, and effectiveness
Oversee and maintain training equipment, material and training environment
Demonstrate strong Aseptic Technique, Process Knowledge, and maintain gowning and aseptic process qualifications
Support investigations and CAPAs related to manufacturing process within required timelines while ensuring that the training program remains in alignment
Ensure effective knowledge transfer in relation to technical transfer activities, as required
Actively align manufacturing processes with technical training and ensure consistent alignment between the processes
Provide training regarding best practices, technical transfers, and other trainings as needed to the manufacturing, quality, warehouse, support, site management

Requirements:

Bachelor's degree with 2+ years of work experience in the pharmaceutical industry or equivalent
1+ year/s of related pharmaceutical technical training experience preferably in a production, QA, and/or QC related role preferred
Direct experience working in a GMP and aseptic or sterile environment
Cell & gene therapy experience preferred
Leadership experience highly desired (i.e. team lead, SME, senior technical role, etc.). Foster & support a team culture that is engaged and empowered

https://www.novartis.com/about/strategy/people-and-culture. The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $84,000-126,000 annual; however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a sign-on bonus, restricted stock units, and discretionary awards in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an "at-will position" and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors. You can find everything you need to know about our benefits and rewards in the Novartis Life

Handbook. https://www.novartis.com/careers/benefits-rewards

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EEO Statement:

The Novartis Group of Companies are Equal Opportunity Employers who are focused on building and advancing a culture of inclusion that values and celebrates individual differences, uniqueness, backgrounds and perspectives. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace that reflects the world around us and connects us to the patients, customers and communities we serve.

Accessibility and reasonable accommodations

The Novartis Group of Companies are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an e-mail to us.reasonableaccommodations@novartis.com or call +1(877)395-2339 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please include the job requisition number in your message.

Salary Range

$84,000.00 - $126,000.00

Skills Desired

Change Control, Chemical Engineering, Continual Improvement Process, Efficiency, Employment Discrimination, Flexibility, General Hse Knowledge, Good Documentation Practice, Knowledge Of Capa, Knowledge Of Gmp, Lean Manufacturing, Manufacturing Process, Manufacturing Production, Physics, Process Control, Production Line, Productivity, Risk Management, Root Cause Analysis (RCA), Scheduler, Technology Transfer, Well-Being