Training Manager
CSL · Kankakee, IL · 4 days ago
Human Resources$95k–$121k/yrFull-time
Main Responsibilities And Accountabilities
- GMP Training System & Governance - Own the GMP training system and learning governance across manufacturing operations. Ensure training processes comply with regulatory requirements and internal quality system standards. Establish and maintain training policies, procedures, and governance frameworks.
- Role-Based Training Compliance & Effectiveness - Ensure role-based training curricula are defined, current, and aligned with job requirements. Monitor and ensure training completion, effectiveness, and compliance, including initial, recurrent, and change-driven training. Drive continuous improvement of training effectiveness through assessment, feedback, and performance data.
- Training Management System Ownership - Partner with Operations, Quality, Engineering, and support functions to define and own a systemic training management approach. Ensure training requirements are accurately reflected for procedures, processes, systems, and equipment. Integrate training with onboarding, qualification, and readiness processes.
- Standardization & Digital Learning - Drive training standardization across manufacturing areas to ensure consistency and clarity. Lead adoption and optimization of digital learning solutions, including e-learning, learning management systems (LMS), and blended learning approaches. Ensure training materials are current, effective, and accessible.
- Audit & Inspection Readiness - Ensure training records, curricula, and governance processes are always inspection-ready. Support internal audits, regulatory inspections, and customer audits by providing training evidence and explanations. Address training-related observations, CAPAs, and commitments in a timely and compliant manner.
- Metrics & Continuous Improvement - Define and track training metrics and KPIs to assess compliance, effectiveness, and maturity. Analyze training trends and identify risks or gaps. Drive continuous improvement initiatives to strengthen the overall training program.
- Cross-Functional Leadership & Communication - Serve as a key interface between manufacturing leadership, Quality, and support functions on training matters. Communicate training expectations, changes, and priorities clearly and effectively. Provide guidance and coaching to trainers, supervisors, and subject matter experts.
- People Development & Succession - Build and sustain organizational capability through coaching, development, and performance management. Establish succession plans and develop future leaders within Operational Services. Partner with HR to support CSL Behring’s global talent and leadership frameworks.
Position Qualifications and Experience Requirements
- Education - Bachelor’s degree (Engineering, Science, or Education)
- Experience - 5+ years of experience in GxP-regulated manufacturing (pharma, biotech, or medical device)
- Knowledge - Knowledge of Learning Management Systems (LMS) and GMP training requirements
- OSHA training preferred
- Competencies - People leadership & development capabilities, change management and change leadership skills, organizational, time-management, and decision-making skills, communication and interpersonal skills, collaborative mindset, quality systems expertise, adult learning methodologies
Pay
The expected base salary range for this position at hiring is $95,000 - $121,000. Individual base salary for a successful candidate is determined by qualifications, skill level, experience, competencies and other relevant factors. In addition to base salary, total compensation for this role may also include incentive compensation and equity.