Learning and Development Specialist

At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at jnj.com

As guided by Our Credo, Johnson & Johnson is responsible to our employees who work with us throughout the world.  We provide an inclusive work environment where each person is considered as an individual.  At Johnson & Johnson, we respect the diversity and dignity of our employees and recognize their merit.

Job Function:

Human Resources

Job Sub Function:

Learning & Instructional Design

Job Category:

Professional

All Job Posting Locations:

Milpitas, California, United States of America, Santa Clara, California, United States of America

Job Description:

About MedTech Surgery

Fueled by innovation at the intersection of biology and technology, we’re developing the next generation of smarter, less invasive, more personalized treatments.

Are you passionate about improving and expanding on the possibilities of vision treatments? Ready to join a team that’s reimagining how vision is improved? Our Vision team solves the toughest health challenges. Help combine cutting-edge insights, science, technology, and people to encourage eye care professionals and patients to proactively protect, correct and enhance healthy sight for life. Our products and services address these needs – from the pediatric to aging eye – in a patient’s lifetime.

Your unique talents will help patients on their journey to wellness. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/medtech

An internal pre-identified candidate for consideration has been identified. However, all applications will be considered.

We are searching for the best talent for Learning & Development Specialist

The Ottava Learning and Development Specialist supports manufacturing personnel, leadership, and the learning and development team through training administration, certification, and coaching to promote appropriate procedures and build skills. This entry-to-developing individual contributor role works under close supervision and offers hands-on experience with innovative technology, electromechanical skill development, and long-term career growth. We seek a driven, collaborative individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment, communicates effectively across functions, and welcomes diverse perspectives to support new product introduction. 

You will be responsible for:

Manufacturing Training and Qualification Support

• Ensures all manufacturing personnel are assessed & trained to corresponding specifications/procedures using documents, materials, and tools as provided in the applicable training curriculum(s).

• Executes and/or coordinates training plan for assigned production areas aligned with business goals and objectives.

• Subscribes to the training curriculums and all applicable documents related to designated areas of responsibility; Maintains knowledge and skills in all production operations (manufacturing processes) within areas of responsibility.

• Documents and tracks ordering of new machinery/equipment or required training for production and product readiness.

• Attends production meetings of designated areas on a regular basis as needed.

• Ensures all personnel required to be certified are appropriately trained, qualified, and certified.

• Evaluates staff competency with specialized machinery/equipment.

Training Development and Delivery

• Conducts New Hire Orientation as needed; ensures onboarding curriculum is adequate for new hires ability to perform on the job duties.

• Supports with skill development training for production associates by designing content and facilitating training as needed.

• Drafts documentation and training materials to support improvements to assembly line operations and continually advances the organization's Manufacturing Assembly strategy.

Training Effectiveness and Continuous Improvement

• Partners with people leaders and management to evaluate the effectiveness of current training practices; Helps in the identification of skills and/or training needs on which efforts should be focused to improve site training efficiency and personnel proficiency.

• Compiles data and materials to support the development of projects, programs, or processes for the Manufacturing Assembly area.

• Complies with all applicable quality management system, environmental, safety and occupational health policies. (for example, ISO 13485, ISO14001 & OSHAS18001).

• Helps establish and implement cost-effective, results-based, and professionally managed Manufacturing Assembly programs and initiatives, under direct supervision.

Quality, Safety and Compliance

• Knows and complies with all environmental, occupational health, safety, and sustainability regulations established by company; Ensures proper safety procedures and practices are utilized.

• Maintains training reports and records (training matrixes, logbooks, reports).

• Understands and applies Johnson & Johnson’s Credo and Leadership Imperatives in day-to-day interactions with team.

Qualifications / Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Learning & Development, Education, Business, Engineering, or a related discipline.

• 3+ years of proven experience; medical device, healthcare, and/or robotics experience is preferred.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office —Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc.

• Excellent Communication Skills.

• Facilitation and content development skills.

• Presentation skills knowledge or ability.

• Ability to work overtime (as needed by business) These hours will vary – we currently we have one shift starting from 6am-2:30pm to support operations but for a Learning and Development Specialist it could also vary, include weekends (if needed).

• Must be able to work flexible schedules occasionally to accommodate training and delivery needs.

• Works well with a diverse team of different skills sets. Willingness to learn is critical. Detail-oriented and team player.

• Efficient ability to communicate effectively with cross-functional teams and communicate messaging with leadership to problem solve – will require initiative and collaboration.

• Ability to adapt training approaches for different audiences and learning styles.

• Problem-solving mindset with a focus on quality and safety standards.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

• Creatively develop and deliver new training plans that support business needs; effectively develop and implement technical training plans and enable execution in coordination with management.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience using Learning Management Systems such as ComplianceWire, AGILE PLM, MES, and SAP.

• Previous experience in manufacturing; multi-functional knowledge in various areas of production.

• Prior involvement in process improvement, equipment operation, or compliance documentation.

• Have a proven record of developing training curriculum end to end; A plus if relevant to manufacturing/production environment.

Johnson & Johnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.

Johnson & Johnson is committed to providing an interview process that is inclusive of our applicants' needs. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation, external applicants please contact us via https://www.jnj.com/contact-us/careers, internal employees contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource.

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Required Skills:

 

 

Preferred Skills:

AI Judgement Integration, Analytical Reasoning, Business Behavior, Cultural Competence, Curriculum Development, Detail-Oriented, Execution Focus, Facilitation, HR Strategic Management, Instructional Design, Instructional Development, Learning and Development (L&D), Learning Content Design, Learning Culture, Learning Management Systems (LMS), Process Oriented, Reporting and Analysis, Stakeholder Management, Talent Management, Technologically Savvy, Training Delivery Methods

 

 

The anticipated base pay range for this Bay Area position is:

$76,000.00 - $123,050.00

 

 

Additional Description for Pay Transparency:

Subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees are eligible to participate in the Company’s consolidated retirement plan (pension) and savings plan (401(k)).

This position is eligible to participate in the Company’s long-term incentive program.


Subject to the terms of their respective policies and date of hire, employees are eligible for the following time off benefits:

Vacation –120 hours per calendar year
Sick time - 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Colorado –48 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington –56 hours per calendar year
Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays –13 days per calendar year
Work, Personal and Family Time - up to 40 hours per calendar year
Parental Leave – 480 hours within one year of the birth/adoption/foster care of a child
Bereavement Leave – 240 hours for an immediate family member: 40 hours for an extended family member per calendar year
Caregiver Leave – 80 hours in a 52-week rolling period10 days
Volunteer Leave – 32 hours per calendar year
Military Spouse Time-Off – 80 hours per calendar year


For additional general information on Company benefits, please go to:
https://www.careers.jnj.com/employee-benefits

 

 

For additional general information on Company benefits, please go to: https://www.careers.jnj.com/employee-benefits