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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 122,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.JOB DESCRIPTION:\nPosition Overview\nThe LAS Operations Training Specialist - Automation develops and delivers technical training for Lab Automation Services (LAS) team members on custom-built clinical laboratory automation. Training focuses on break/fix, preventative maintenance, and error recovery, and must keep pace with the growing technical scope of LAS roles, which includes areas such as PLC, robotics, and motor control work. They apply that knowledge to develop training content, deliver training across all shifts, and assess, sign off, and document learner competency.\nEssential Duties\ninclude but are not limited to the following:\nServe as the subject matter expert (SME) on assigned custom-built automation platforms, and maintain current knowledge as equipment, software, and processes evolve.\nDesign, develop, and maintain technical training courses, materials, and procedures for break/fix, preventative maintenance, and error recovery, including topics such as electrical, motor controls, drives, PLC, robotics, pneumatics, pumps, mechanisms, and valves.\nSchedule, communicate, and lead training for LAS team members across all shifts (1st, 2nd, 3rd, weekend days, and weekend nights) so that the team is trained before new automation goes live.\nAdapt training style to learner needs using classroom instruction, hands-on and on-the-job training, in-lab coaching, virtual training, and other modalities as needed.\nDevelop competencies, test cases, and direct observation checklists (DOCLs); assign them to learners; evaluate performance; and sign off on completion, including EHS competencies such as lockout/tagout and NFPA 70E.\nMaintain accurate training records in the appropriate learning management systems in accordance with applicable policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.\nPerform hands-on break/fix on assigned automation after go-live to build proficiency, update training content with lessons learned, and coach service engineers until they are competent in completing repairs independently.\nCoordinate with the equipment service team to engage in service events, keeping training aligned with day-to-day practice.\nProvide retraining as needed and respond to technical questions from learners, seeking guidance when answers are unknown.\nSupport and comply with the company’s Quality Management System policies and applicable regulatory requirements.\nCore Competencies\nWork collaboratively in a team environment and build solid working relationships with peers at all levels of the organization.\nLead and motivate others, even when not in a position of authority.\nCommunicate effectively, both in writing and verbally.\nAdapt effectively to changing workloads, project deadlines, and circumstances.\nQuickly understand and apply new technical information, and continually learn, improve, and apply new technical and training skills.\nManage time well and remain focused when working independently.\nDemonstrate strong organizational skills and a high level of attention to detail.\nAccurately follow written and verbal instructions.\nUphold company mission and values through accountability, innovation, integrity, quality, and teamwork.\nWork Environment and Physical Demands\nMaintain regular and reliable attendance; work overtime as needed.\nProvide schedule flexibility, including off-shift and weekend work, to train across all shifts and support go-live timelines. Primarily first shift but will flex for business need.\nLift up to 40 pounds for approximately 15% of a typical day.\nWork on a mobile device, tablet, or in front of a computer screen and/or perform typing for approximately 50% of a typical day. Comply with any applicable personal protective equipment requirements.\nAbility and means to travel between Madison locations.\nAbility to travel up to 15% of working time away from work location, which may include overnight or weekend travel.\nComply with any applicable personal protective equipment requirements.\nAbility and means to travel between Madison locations.\nAbility to travel up to 15% of working time away from work location, which may include overnight or weekend travel.\nMinimum Qualifications\nBachelor’s Degree in Engineering (e.g., mechanical, electrical, industrial) or a related technical field; or an Associate’s Degree and 2 years of relevant technical experience as outlined in the essential duties in lieu of a Bachelor’s Degree.\n2+ years of hands-on experience working with automated equipment.\n1+ years of experience as a technical trainer, corporate trainer, or in related training experience.\nStrong understanding of instructor-led, virtual instructor-led, technical, and hands-on/on-the-job training.\nStrong computer skills including proficiency with Microsoft Office products, virtual meeting tools, email, word processing, and data/records management.\nDemonstrated ability to perform the Essential Duties of the position with or without accommodation.\nApplicants must be currently authorized to work in country where work will be performed on a full or part-time basis. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas at this time.\nPreferred Qualifications\nExperience troubleshooting PLC-controlled equipment.\nRobotics training and/or experience (e.g., FANUC and/or Epson).\nExperience with electrical motor controls, machine design, and system I/O.\nExperience working in a regulated environment, specifically under FDA, ISO, CAP and/or CLIA.\nKnowledge of ISO/IEC 17025 and 21 CFR Part 820 requirements with regard to inspection, measuring, and test equipment.\nFamiliarity with GMP and manufacturing engineering principles.\nWe are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, creed, disability, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, and any other status protected by applicable local, state, or federal law. 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