Training Specialist - Olympus Corporation of the Americas

**Working Location:** **WASHINGTON, REDMOND** **Workplace Flexibility:** **Hybrid** **_For more than 100 years, Olympus has focused on making people's lives healthier, safer and more fulfilling. ?_** **_?_** ? Every day, we live by our philosophy, True to Life, by advancing medical technologies and elevating the standard of patient care so people everywhere can fulfill their desires, dreams, and lives. ? Our five Core Values empower us to achieve Our Purpose: **Patient Focus, Integrity, Innovation, Impact and Empathy.** Learn more about Life at Olympus (https://www.olympusamerica.com/careers) . _**Please note: All correspondence will be sent from our Olympus domain (@Olympus.com). If you receive correspondence from an entity other than @Olympus.com, it is likely not legitimate._ **Job Description** The training specialist is responsible for maintaining the training system assignments, analyzing training needs, developing curriculum, delivering courses, and maintaining training records. The training specialist evaluates trainee(s) for effectiveness of training and individual employee growth. **Job Duties** + Map out training plans working with supervisors and management. + Developing and collaborating on new and/or revised processes to seize opportunities for improvement. + Maintain and update learning management system (LMS), training matrix, and training records. Provide train-the-trainer sessions for internal subject matter experts. Manage and maintain in-house training facilities and equipment. + Design and develop training programs (outsourced or in-house) for Manufacturing & Quality training. This may include but not limited to manufacturing processes, NCR rework instructions, quality system training, job-specific training, or skill development courses, etc. + Partner with internal stakeholders and liaise with subject matter experts regarding instructional design training needs and delivery methods. + Develops, implements, and delivers training programs for varying levels of individuals within OSTA and at the site. Choose appropriate training methods per case (simulations, mentoring, on the job training, professional development classes, etc). + Conduct site-wide needs assessments and identify skills or knowledge gaps that need to be addressed. Provide mentoring and coaching to staff as needed. Design and prepare educational aids and training materials. + Support Quality team initiatives and projects. **Job Qualifications** **Required:** + BS degree in Education, Training, HR or related field or a combination of equivalent experience and education. + This is a site-based role with the potential to work from home up to 2 days per week. Typical business hours Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. No travel required. **Preferred:** + Minimum of 2 years of experience in a medical device company or equivalent regulated industry preferred. + Proven work experience as a trainer, training facilitator or coordinator of training at the site and/or providing training to staff. + Knowledge of instructional design theory and implementation. + Adequate knowledge of learning management systems and web delivery tools. + Ability to complete full training cycle (assess needs, plan, develop, coordinate, monitor, and evaluate). **Why join Olympus?** _We offer a holistic employee experience supporting personal and professional well-being through meaningful work, equitable offerings, and a connected culture._ **Equitable Offerings you can count on:** + Competitive salaries, annual bonus and 401(k)* with company match + Comprehensive medical, dental, vision coverage effective on start date + 24/7 Employee Assistance Program + Free live and on-demand Wellbeing Programs + Generous Paid Vacation and Sick Time + Paid Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance* + 12 Paid Holidays + On-Site Child Daycare, Café, Fitness Center** **Connected Culture you can embrace:** + Work-life integrated culture that supports an employee centric mindset + Offers onsite, hybrid and field work environments + Paid volunteering and charitable donation/match programs + Diversity Equity & Inclusion Initiatives including Employee Resource Groups + Dedicated Training Resources and Learning & Development Programs + Paid Educational Assistance *US Only **Center Valley, PA and Westborough, MA **Are you ready to be a part of our team?** Learn more about our benefit and incentives (https://www.olympusamerica.com/careers/benefits-perks) . The anticipated base pay range for this full-time position working at this location is $65,340.00 - $88,209.00 / year, plus potential for annual bonus (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements). Olympus considers a variety of factors when determining actual compensation for this position including: level of experience, working location, and relevant education and certifications. At Olympus, we are committed to Our Purpose of making people's lives healthier, safer and more fulfilling. As a global medical technology company, we partner with healthcare professionals to provide best-in-class solutions and services for early detection, diagnosis and minimally invasive treatment, aiming to improve patient outcomes by elevating the standard of care in targeted disease states. For more than 100 years, Olympus has pursued a goal of contributing to society by producing products designed with the purpose of delivering optimal outcomes for its customers around the world. Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, Olympus employs more than 31,000 employees worldwide in nearly 40 countries and regions. Olympus Corporation of the Americas, a wholly owned subsidiary of Olympus Corporation, is headquartered in Center Valley, Pennsylvania, USA, and employs more than 5,200 employees throughout locations in North and South America. For more information, visit www.olympusamerica.com . **Olympus is dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace** We recognize diversity in people, views and lifestyle choices and emphasize the importance of inclusion and mutual respect. We strive to continue to foster empathy and unity in the workplace so that our employees can fully contribute and thrive. **Let's realize your potential, together.** It is the policy of Olympus to extend equal employment and advancement opportunity to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, national origin (including language use restrictions), citizenship status, religious creed (including dress and grooming practices), age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth and/or breastfeeding), gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, marital status, disability (physical or mental) and/or a medical condition, genetic information, ancestry, veteran status or service in the uniformed services, and any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. **Applicants with Disabilities:** As a Federal Contractor, Olympus is committed to ensuring our hiring process is accessible to everyone. If you need an accommodation in order to complete the application or hiring process, please contact Olympus via email at OCAAccommodations@olympus.com. If your disability impairs your ability to email, you may call our HR Compliance Manager at 1-888-Olympus (1-888-659-6787). Posting Notes: || United States (US) || Washington (US-WA) || Redmond || Quality & Regulatory Affairs (QA/RA)