Technical Training Lead

Salida

Regular

**MERIEUX NUTRISCIENCES**

As a trusted partner, our Public Health mission is to make food systems safer, healthier and more sustainable. Throughout our global network in 27 countries, we offer to our customers a wide range of testing and innovative solutions dedicated to preventing health risks related to food, environment and consumer goods. External growth has been a key pillar of our history with more than 40 acquisitions completed in the last 10 years.

If you want to contribute to an inspiring long-term purpose, to be part of a fast growing company on a high-value market with significant build-up opportunities, and to grow in an entrepreneurial and warm environment, **join us**

**YOUR DAY TO DAY LIFE**

We are looking for a **Technical Training Lead** in 5262 Pirrone Ct, Salida, CA 95368 USA. Your mission will be to:
The responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to, the following:
Training Needs Analysis:

- Collaborate with laboratory management to identify local technical training needs and train the trainer needs.

Training Delivery and Facilitation:

- Facilitate training programs, providing a blended approach which emcompasses all learning styles
- Manage the successful delivery of projects and initiatives using an effective balance of internal and external resources
- Streamline, simplify and improve local learning and participant experiences
- Facilitate orientation with all New Hires (NH) in cooperation with Orientation Coordinator and Supervisor
- Schedule and facilitate annual training requirements, with lab management
- Work with department supervisors to coordinate training activities for all departments, including annual reverifications
- Facilitate all training in the laboratory
- Oversight of training plans/schedules
- Providing training portion of step rate
- Partner with Mgt on training needs (partner, not just send out lists)
- Oversee and ensure proper documentation of all training
- Conduct method or other functional training instruction, guidance or competency approval in approved areas. This will be determined on a lab by lab basis by the LD/GM, TTL and TTM.
- Method Training (4 stages)
- Functional skills
- Conduct non-specialized training and sign offs for the entire lab
- Universal skills and techniques, such as how to use a balance
- Introduction to systems such as LIMS and Zeta
- Conduct periodic audits of training (method audits or topic specific)
- Involved in CCNCs related to training

Learning Administration:

- Create and maintain learning events, activities, and evaluations for technical training
- Provide training for and approve (w/mgt) local technical trainers
- Maintain local training documentation and training schedules
- Work closely with new employees during their onboarding, in cooperation with the new employee’s Supervisor and Buddy
- Provide Buddies with support

Reporting and Evaluation:

- Utilizes reporting and evaluation methods to determine effectiveness and impact of the training program at a local level.
- Provides input and feedback on the technical training program from the local level to the Technical Training leadership.

Network support - Travel is mandatory as part of WIN team
- Member of WIN team to support other labs in the network
- Training
- Bench work

Perform other related tasks as needed

**YOUR PROFILE**

Associates degree or equivalent work experience required, Bachelors preferred. 2-5 years relevant work experience. The incumbent must have a general knowledge of food science to accurately perform testing procedures and obtain accurate results. A broad knowledge of laboratory safety procedures and policies is necessary to ensure a safe working environment. Maintain knowledge of Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) that is required to complete job responsibilities. A general level of data entry skills is needed to calculate and record analysis results.
Required skills: Analytical skills are helpful to complete analysis procedures. Physical dexterity with pipetting is required to transfer sample into plates and tubes. Laboratory skills obtained as a laboratory technician or similar position are essential to perform the necessary analyses. Oral and written communication skills are necessary to train personnel.

Work Environment: The TTL works in a laboratory setting with proper lighting and temperature control. Occasional exposure to laboratory fumes, chemicals, and materials will occur when in the laboratory. Increased temperatures exist when working around the autoclaves. Safety equipment includes eye protection, laboratory coat, and heat resistant gloves for autoclave use. The incumbent is required to lift 10-20 pounds of sample on a daily basis. The incumbent can expect extended time spent in a standing position. The incumbent should be able to detect slight variation in shades of colors. The nature of the TTL’s work requires periodic travel to laboratories and other off-site comp