Senior Training Specialist, Operations, Selution (Irvine, CA)

About Us:

When you join the team at Cordis, you become part of an inspiring mission to save lives, impacting millions of people and broadening access to life-saving cardiovascular and endovascular technology. As a global leader for over 60 years, we are dedicated to being the heart of innovation to transform cardiovascular care.

Our flagship product, SELUTION, combines pharmaceuticals with a traditional balloon catheter, revolutionizing treatments for coronary and peripheral artery diseases. With four Investigational Device Exemptions (IDEs) approved and actively enrolling patients (Coronary ISR, Coronary De Novo, Peripheral SFA, and Peripheral BTK), Cordis is leading the way in delivering transformative medical solutions.

At Cordis, we’re teammates, not just employees. We embrace an empowered and one-team culture where teammates are inspired to unleash their full potential. With diverse teams on a global scale, we believe the richness of our experiences and backgrounds enhances the careers of our teammates, the service to our customers, and ultimately, the lives of our patients.

If you love a challenge and are ready to have a direct, transformative and positive impact on the lives of millions, then Cordis is just the place for you.

We are the people behind the people who keep saving lives.

We are looking for a Senior Training Specialist to support our Selution Operations and Manufacturing processes. This position will be located at the Selution office in Irvine, CA.

We are looking for a Senior Training Specialist to join our Selution operations team. This position will be located at the Selution office in Irvine, CA.

1. Training Program Development

• Analyze and understand the unique aspects of the Selution manufacturing processes, equipment, and technologies.’
• Collaborate with manufacturing managers and supervisors to identify training needs and skills gaps.
• Create a curriculum that will minimize the learning curve while ensuring consistency and quality of training to prevent non-conformances.
• Design and develop tailored adult education training programs for production operators that are aligned with organizational goals and industry standards.
• Create engaging and accessible training materials, including presentations, manuals, videos, hands-on workshops, and skills/competency assessments.

2. Training Team

• Define the training organization design needed to deploy the Selution training program.
• Develop and track metrics that measure the execution and quality of Selution training.

3. Training Delivery

• Execute effective training sessions for teammates at various skill levels, from entry-level workers to advanced operators.
• Identify and build out a training room that can be used for both classroom and hands-on training.
• Use interactive and adaptive teaching methods to enhance learning outcomes, including demonstrations, role-playing, and group activities.
• Provide real-world examples and case studies to contextualize theoretical knowledge.
• Create criteria and assessments to certify trainees that will not only test skill but critical thinking of the process as well.

4. Continuous Improvement

• Stay updated on the latest advancements in adult education technologies, processes, and industry trends.
• Assess the effectiveness of training programs through employee performance metrics, feedback, and post-training evaluations.
• Continuously refine training materials and methods to maintain relevance and effectiveness.

5. Compliance and Safety Training

• Ensure all training programs comply with industry regulations, safety standards, and organizational policies.
• Promote a culture of safety by integrating health and safety principles into training sessions.

• Bachelor’s degree in Operations Management, Engineering, Industrial Education, or a related field, required.
• Proven experience in manufacturing operations, processes, or engineering, with 5 years of experience in developing and delivering training programs.
• Certification in adult education, instructional design, or training and development is preferred.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong ability to simplify complex technical concepts for diverse audiences.
• Proficiency in using learning management systems (LMS) and multimedia tools.
• Strong ability to guide/coach direct reports, but also ability to teach with a hands-on approach (as needed).

Key Competencies

• Analytical thinking and problem-solving.
• Adaptability to different learning styles and manufacturing environments.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple training projects simultaneously.
• Passion for teaching and developing others.

Working Conditions

• Combination of office-based work and on-site manufacturing floor presence
• Occasional travel to different manufacturing sites may be required.’
• This is a first shift position; however, it has responsibility for the execution of second shift training.  This role must be available to support second shift training needs and issues as needed.