Technical Trainer, Processing
Abbott Laboratories - Sturgis, MI
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Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 113,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.MAIN PURPOSE OF ROLETechnical Trainer - Processing will be supporting operations, this role will report directly to the Site Technical Training FLL and have a tactical focus on the day to day implementation and adherence to the site training process. They provide on the job training instruction and will ensure new team members are provided instruction with themselves or a qualified trainer as outlined in the training process. This role will partner and align with the overall technical training strategy for the organization. The individual will need to be flexible in their work schedule to accommodate the training needs.WHAT WE OFFER At Abbott, you can have a good job that can grow into a great career. We offer:A fast-paced work environment where your safety is our priorityProduction areas that are clean, well-lit and temperature-controlledTraining and career development, with onboarding programs for new employees and tuition assistanceFinancial security through competitive compensation, incentives and retirement plansHealth care and well-being programs including medical, dental, vision, wellness and occupational health programsPaid time off401(k) retirement savings with a generous company matchThe stability of a company with a record of strong financial performance and history of being actively involved in local communitiesMAIN RESPONSIBILITIESCan operate the equipment / complete the tasks associated with the area they support and train for.Conducts and/or coordination of OJT for area team members new to the function / role or for periodic assessments of ongoing skills and demonstrated competency.Provides SME insight and support in updates to 1PL''s as periodic reviews occur.Oversees the administration and tracking of the OJT process, including support of the Certified Job Trainers/Learning Mentors. Utilizes the tools to evaluate the consistency and effectiveness of the site process.Monitor and track department training activities by area of support (OJT schedule adherence, cross-training, rotations).Assist in the development (as an area/task SME) and completion of annual and requested training for area personnel.Provides daily guidance and direction to personnel in training personnel on task assignments and expectations.Partner in the development of cross-training matrices for operational functions and determine gaps / necessary steps to build departmental flexibility and competency.Work to address new team member concerns related to their OJT training and tools.Ensure that the site training tools and processes are followed and adhered to by site personnel in their respective area(s).Ensure periodic learning assessments on critical tasks are complete and documented with anyaction items outlined for gaps.Be flexible in work schedule to accommodate training needs of a multi-shift operation, initiating a routine presence on off-shifts.EducationHigh School Diploma (GED)Experience/BackgroundProduction Support Area 3 years of experience and Certified in support area
Created: 2025-10-04