What are the responsibilities and job description for the Learning & Development Specialist position at Abbott?

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.

Nourish the world and your career as part of the Nutrition team at Abbott.

Abbott’s Nutrition Division 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 get the nutrients they need to live their healthiest life.

Columbus, Ohio, is Abbott’s first manufacturing facility in the world, making us a leader in science-backed nutrition products. Working here, you’ll be part of a family that works together to produce quality products that make a difference and help keep consumers nourished at every stage of their lives.

WHAT WE OFFER AT ABBOTT

At Abbott, you can have a good job that can grow into a great career. We offer :

Production areas that are clean, well-lit and temperature-controlled
Training and career development , with onboarding programs for new employees and tuition assistance
Financial security through competitive compensation, incentives and retirement plans
Health care and well-being programs including medical, dental, vision, wellness and occupational health programs, Medical Benefits start day 1
Free medical coverage for employees
via the Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO
Vacation – 120 hours of accrued vacation (1st yr is prorated) vacation buy program 3 personal days 10 paid holidays.
Retiree Healthcare Program
Robust 401(k) retirement savings with a generous company match
Tuition reimbursement, the student debt program and 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 around the world 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 a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.
A stable company with a record of strong financial performance and history of being actively involved in local communities.

MAIN PURPOSE OF ROLE

Design, deliver and administer the organization's training programs in accordance with the organization's training and development plan to enhance the performance of individual employees and meet the current and future human resource needs of the business.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

Analyze the training needs of employees to develop training programs that enhance their know-how, skills, and performance.

Design, resource, and deliver training programs, or recommend externally-provided programs, which meet the needs of individuals and are consistent with the organization’s overall training plan.

Counsel employees about the organization's training programs and policies and arrange for them to participate in internal and external training so the organization’s training resources are allocated effectively.

Maintain and analyze organization and individual training records in order to monitor the effectiveness of internal and external training programs.

Compile handbooks, manuals, guides, and other materials so training programs are delivered with high quality resources.

Keep abreast of developments and innovations in training and education in industry and government education sectors so the organization’s training activities remain current and relevant.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education Level : Associates Degree or equivalent experience

Experience :

Two years manufacturing training experience required. Professional training certification (CRIACE) is preferred.

Experience in manufacturing and / or technical training is preferred.

Must possess excellent skills in spreadsheets, word processing, presentation software and database maintenance.

Strong written verbal communication skills.

Excellent customer service / consulting / collaborating skills.

Excellent presentation / group facilitation skills.

Good organizational / project management skills.

The ability to prioritize and make sound decisions is required.

Must demonstrate initiative, innovation and good analytical problem solving skills.

Must be able to interact with all levels and disciplines of employees.

The base pay for this position is $60,000.00 – $120,000.00. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

Salary : $60,000 - $120,000

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