Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. 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 114,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries. **Working at Abbott** At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and your family, be your true self, and live a full life. You’ll also have access to: + Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of. + Employees can qualify for free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year. + An excellent retirement savings plan with a high employer contribution + Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save (https://www.abbott.com/corpnewsroom/strategy-and-strength/tackling-student-debt-for-our-employees.html) student debt program, and FreeU (https://www.abbott.com/corpnewsroom/strategy-and-strength/college-degree-for-free-its-possible-with-freeu.html) education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree. + A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries worldwide and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune. + A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as the best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists. **The Opportunity** **This position works out of our Altavista, VA location in the Abbott Nutrition division.** Our Nutrition business develops science-based nutrition products for people of all ages, from helping babies and children grow to keeping adult bodies strong and active. Millions of people around the world count on our leading brands – including Similac®, PediaSure®, Pedialyte®, Ensure®, and Glucerna® – to help them get the nutrients they need to live their healthiest lives. **Altavista, Va.** , is one of Abbott’s largest nutrition manufacturing plants equipped with advanced technology to ensure efficient production. Working here will make you feel like you’re part of a family that works together to make a difference and help nourish millions of families around the world. *** This position could have some off shift requirements*** **What You’ll Work On** + Coordinate the following training: Safety, GMP, technical and procedural training on new equipment, business conditions, regulatory reform or updated processes/procedures. + Ensure consistency of technical training. + Manage the site’s Learning Management System (LMS) for assigned team members to include generating reports and maintaining the system in a compliance-ready state. + Develop, update, and track on-the-job technical training for all new department personnel or those assuming new positions within the department. + Monitor and track the department training activities of the area(s) supported. + Maintain close liaison with the area they support as well as all other areas of the plant, to include peers or employees at the other sites. + Write, issue and update job aids and other training documents + Assist in the development and facilitation of departmental or site training + Update curriculum or course materials + Provide support to the Technical Trainers + Develop improved training content and methodology + Serve as a training resource in the department supported on projects and process/equipment implementation. + Stay up to date with current training authoring software and delivery technology. **Required Qualifications** + High School Diploma/GED. + Minimum two years in a manufacturing environment or minimum of two years training experience. **Preferred Qualifications** + Bachelor’s degree in Business, Science, Food Technology, Education and Development or Human Resources preferred. + Experience in a manufacturing environment with knowledge of manufacturing principles and techniques as well as various techniques for training both technical and non-technical subjects. + Strong computer skills and familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite. + Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to speak in large group settings. + Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work well with others. + Incumbent must be able to solve problems by determining the root cause and developing a sound plan to address the problem. This position receives broad instruction periodically, however, the individual has a great deal of latitude in implementing training programs to meet site objectives. Incumbent must also utilize strategic planning skills and a long-range perspective to adequately prepare the organization for future demands and avoidance of potential problem areas. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Pre-Employment Inquiries and Citizenship | U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (eeoc.gov) (https://www.eeoc.gov/pre-employment-inquiries-and-citizenship) **Apply Now** **Learn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives:** www.abbottbenefits.com (http://www.abbottbenefits.com/pages/candidate.aspx) Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that can help you build your future and live your best life. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Military/Veteran friendly Employer, committed to employee diversity. Connect with us at www.abbott.com , on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Abbott , and on Twitter @AbbottNews. The base pay for this position is $20.60 – $41.20 per hour. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted. An Equal Opportunity Employer Abbot welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce. We provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. To request accommodation, please call 224-667-4913 or email corpjat@abbott.com