Laboratory Training Specialist

We understand that the world we want tomorrow starts with how we do business today, and that’s why we’re inspired to make A Better World for Pets. Antech is comprised of a diverse team of individuals who are committed to each other’s growth and development. Our culture is centered on our guiding philosophy, The Five Principles: Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency and Freedom. Today Antech is driving the future of pet health as part of Mars Science & Diagnostics, a family-owned company focused on veterinary care.

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Work Shift: Mixture of Day and Night shifts

Work Type: On-Site

This is an On-Site role based out of our Laboratory located in Lake Success, New York

The Target Pay Range for this position is $77,000-80,000 annually. At Antech, pay decisions are determined using factors such as relevant job-related skills, experience, education, training and budget.

PURPOSE OF JOB: 

Laboratory Training Specialist is responsible for helping to design and deliver laboratory training and evaluating the effectiveness of training initiatives. Responsible for implementing and sustaining laboratory training and developmental programs. Helps to develop and implement site strategy for laboratory training across all positions. Implements training across all job titles in assigned laboratory or laboratories.
 

Using your training and development skills and experience, you'll help execute Antech’s Laboratory training strategy, oversee its implementation, and assess the outcomes. You will execute our train-the-trainer strategy and follow up to ensure the training protocol is followed. You will assist in identifying training needs and suggest developing new training initiatives using adult learning principles. Some focus areas include collaborating with the P&O team and department supervisors to pick up where the onboarding/orientation process leaves off and execute the new hire training and Antech laboratory succession planning certifications. Topics include Safety Training, Quality Training, Technical Training, Instructional Job Training, and Continuous Improvement Training. This role will partner full-time with lab leadership to develop a learning culture and improve productivity. As most Reference Lab work is done on the 3rd shift, the Lab Training Specialist must be willing and able to work nights and be flexible to cover various shifts depending on priorities. In addition, the Training Specialist may be expected to travel about 50% throughout the year to support other or smaller labs.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed represent the knowledge, skill, and ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

ALL STAFF DEVELOPMENT

• Facilitates training sessions across all laboratory departments, including Job Instruction Training (JIT) for all hourly jobs based on SOPs, including the JIT manual, training outlines, and qualification checklists for all positions. 
• Executes the Train-the-trainer strategy and acts as the training Subject matter expert in the lab.
• Understands the site’s training needs, keeps informed of best practices within the industry, and executes best practice training system for laboratory personnel on site
• Delivers training using the most efficient & effective training methods and modalities based on unique department needs.
• Maintains accurate training records.
• Collaborates with manager and teammates to ensure consistency and accuracy across learning materials.
• Executes the training so learning objectives are met, and intended outcomes are delivered.
• Provides feedback on the effectiveness of learner materials for enhancing learner engagement.

• Provides feedback & coaching to staff.
   

CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION

• Adjust delivery of materials based on real-time feedback and lessons learned to continuously improve the quality of training and development curriculum.
• Advise Instructional Designers and managers to enhance, modify, and consolidate existing learning materials.

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