Merck & Co, Inc

Senior Specialist, Training Coordination & Compliance Operations

Merck & Co, Inc$117K — $184K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences, Engineering, or a related discipline with 5+ years of relevant experience; or Master's degree with 3+ years.
  • Experience in supporting GMP training and qualification programs in a regulated environment.
  • Proficiency in LMS administration and managing training documentation.
  • Strong written, verbal, facilitation, and presentation skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize in a fast-paced GMP environment.

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate GMP training and qualification programs for NGB Operations.
  • Partner with leaders and SMEs to define role-based training requirements.
  • Monitor compliance and qualification status to identify gaps and remediate.
  • Manage training records and compliance documentation in line with regulations.
  • Administer LMS activities including curriculum management and compliance reporting.
  • Facilitate instructor-led training sessions and onboarding programs.
  • Evaluate training effectiveness and initiate continuous improvement actions.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work in a state-of-the-art facility at the center of biologics development.
  • Participation in innovative training and development programs.
  • Collaborative work environment engaging with multifaceted teams.
  • Impact on establishing next-generation biologics operations and technology integration.
  • Support for professional growth in a rapidly advancing industry.
Full Job Description
Job Description

This role will support the Next Generation Biologics (NGB) facility, which will be a premier, state-of-the-art facility, that is a key part of our Chemistry, Manufacturing, and Controls (CMC) hub at our site headquarters in Rahway, NJ. This facility will be fully online in the next few years, both in terms of facility construction and organizational realization. The GMP facility is designed for multi-product operations with flexible operating suites, which can adjust as the clinical pipeline demands change. It can meet all historic, currently existing, and cutting-edge biologics program demands from supporting development to pilot scale, small and large scale potent material handling, and the ability to integrate new technologies and cell-line platforms.

The Sr. Specialist, Training Coordination, Compliance Operations, is responsible for coordinating GMP training and qualification programs that support personnel qualification and compliance within the NGB facility. The role manages qualification programs, training curricula; administers Learning Management System (LMS) activities, training records, and qualification documentation; coordinates SOP training requirements; and monitors training compliance metrics. In partnership with Operations, Quality, and Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), this position maintains GMP training documentation and ensures personnel are appropriately trained and qualified to perform GMP activities.

Job Responsibilities:
  • Coordinate GMP training and qualification programs supporting NGB Operations
  • Partner with Operations leadership, SMEs, and process owners to establish role-based training and qualification requirements
  • Monitor training compliance and qualification status, identify gaps, and drive remediation activities
  • Manage training records and controlled documents in compliance with cGMP, Data Integrity, and Records Management requirements
  • Administer and maintain LMS activities, including curriculum management, training assignments, qualification tracking, compliance monitoring, and reporting
  • Lead instructor-led training sessions and coordinate onboarding, qualification, and cross-training programs
  • Coordinate and deliver training on GMP and process-related procedures, as applicable
  • Prepare and communicate qualification status reports, compliance metrics, dashboards, and training documentation
  • Evaluate training effectiveness and drive continuous improvement through metrics, performance indicators, and employee feedback
  • Support implementation of digital learning technologies and tools that enhance manufacturing operations
  • Serve as a resource for GMP training compliance, qualification programs, documentation practices, and learning systems


Required Education, Experience and Skills:

Education:
  • Bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences, Engineering , or a related discipline with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience;
  • Master's degree with a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience


Experience & Skills:
  • Supporting GMP training and qualification programs within pharmaceutical, biotechnology, biologics, or other regulated environments
  • Developing training curricula, qualification programs, and role-based training requirements
  • Coordinating GMP training programs, qualification management, and curriculum administration
  • Managing training records, qualification tracking, and compliance reporting within an LMS
  • Coordinating and leading instructor-led, virtual, self-paced, and on-the-job training programs
  • Monitoring training compliance and qualification status and implementing remediation actions
  • Utilizing training metrics and analytics to monitor compliance and drive continuous improvement
  • Managing controlled training documentation and supporting SOP implementation within GMP quality systems
  • Leading training-related projects and initiatives from planning through execution
  • Supporting digital learning technologies, electronic work instructions, and training management systems
  • Strong written, verbal, facilitation, and presentation skills
  • Strong organizational, planning, and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines in a fast-paced GMP environment
  • Ability to collaborate across functions and influence stakeholders to achieve business objectives
  • Proficiency in LMS administration, reporting, and compliance tracking
  • Knowledge of cGMP regulations, training compliance requirements, and documentation practices


Preferred Experience and Skills:
  • Developing dashboards and training metrics to monitor compliance, qualification status, and training effectiveness
  • Implementing or supporting digital learning technologies, electronic work instructions, and training management systems
  • Supporting start-up, commissioning, qualification, technology transfer, or facility expansion activities in a GMP environment
  • Supporting regulatory inspections and internal audits through training documentation, compliance tracking, and qualification record management
  • Advanced data analytics and reporting capabilities
  • Learning design and curriculum development capabilities
  • Change management and organizational effectiveness skills
  • Continuous improvement and process optimization methodologies
  • Ability to leverage digital learning technologies to improve training effectiveness


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Required Skills:
Analytical Testing, Analytical Testing, Competency Management, Dashboard Reporting, Data Analysis, Data Reporting, Deviation Management, Document Management, Enterprise Leadership, Equipment Qualification, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Implement Training Programs, Management Development, Metrics Development, Organizational Change Management, Process Design, Process Hazard Analysis (PHA), Process Improvements, Process Optimization, Process Training, Program Administration, Progress Monitoring, Root Cause Analysis (RCA), Technical Writing, Training Coordination {+ 1 more}

Preferred Skills:

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Regular

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Flexible Work Arrangements:
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Job Posting End Date:
10/3/2026
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Schering-Plough Corporation is a major U.S.-based manufacturer of pharmaceuticals. It operates in three segments: Prescription Pharmaceuticals, Animal Health, and Consumer Health Care. Schering-Plough develops products targeting on allergy, cancer, hepatitis, cardiovascular, central nervous system, respiratory system, and more.  It was founded in 1851 by Ernst Christian Friedrich Schering as Schering AG in Germany. Schering-Plough manufactured several pharmaceutical drugs, the most well-known of which were the allergy drugs Claritin and Clarinex, an anti-cholesterol drug Vytorin, and a brain tumor drug Temodar. It also developed drugs targeting on central nervous system and the respiratory system. Schering Plough also owned and operated the major foot care brand name Dr. Scholl's and the skin care line Coppertone. These also became a part of the new company. Schering-Plough was a full member of the European Federation of Pharmaceutical Industries and Associations (EFPIA), a membership which is also maintained by the new Merck.

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Market Cap
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Net Income
$7 billion
Founded
1668
5 Year Trend
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