Visual Inspection Training Specialist
Kindeva Drug Delivery - St Louis, MO
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Our Work Matters At Kindeva we make products that save lives, ensuring better health and well-being for patients around the world. The Impact You Will Make The Visual Inspection Trainer is responsible for the design, delivery, assessment, documentation, and continuous improvement of training programs supporting the Inspection Department within a GMP-regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing environment. This role oversees Inspector qualification activities, conducts routine operator assessments, and ensures training programs meet regulatory, quality, and operational requirements. The trainer collaborates closely with Inspection Operators, Quality, and Operations Management to ensure personnel are qualified and inspection processes remain compliant, consistent, and effective. Responsibilities Accountable for developing and delivering training for the Packaging and Inspection (P&I) department on topics such as Training/Qualifications, Regulatory/Compliance, GMP, and Right First Time (e.g., Six Sigma) topics. Ensure that quality, compliance, safety, and production standards are met. Complete all Inspector qualification training and qualification per procedure. Perform audits/quarterly assessments of production operators to ensure compliance. Ensure training files, qualification records, and curricula are inspection-ready. Provide defect-related coaching, hands-on demonstrations, and technical guidance to Inspection Operators, Leads, SMEs, and Investigators. Aid in the development of enhancements to the Inspector training and qualification process, including new products. Track metrics to show quality/value of executed training procedures. Basic Qualifications High School Diploma 3+ years in pharmaceutical manufacturing, with experience in training/teaching roles. Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present information clearly to individuals or groups. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams). Strong organizational and prioritization skills with the ability to manage multiple assignments and deadlines. Demonstrated critical thinking, decision-making capability, and accountability. Working knowledge of GMPs and training/technical documentation formats (SOPs, etc.). Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including production colleagues and management personnel. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree 5+ years in pharmaceutical manufacturing, OR experience in teaching/training roles. Familiarity with visual inspection systems, manual inspection, and/or automated inspection technologies. #LI-ON-SITE California residents should review our Notice for California Employees and Applicants before applying. Kindeva does not accept unsolicited assistance from headhunters or recruitment firms for any of our job openings. Any resumes or candidate profiles submitted to Kindeva employees-regardless of format-without a valid, signed agreement and an approved job order from an authorized signatory in Talent Acquisition will be considered the sole property of Kindeva. No fees will be paid in the event that a candidate is hired as a result of an unsolicited resume or referral. Equal Opportunity Employer: Kindeva Drug Delivery is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability, Protected Veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Do you see yourself as part of the Kindeva mission? Click Apply Now Today!
Created: 2026-03-04