Manager, Training and Development

Why Merit?

At Merit Medical, our mission is to create innovative medical devices that improve lives. Our goal is to hire and develop people who want to build something special through hard work, team effort, and commitment. Together, we are making a difference in the lives of patients around the world.

WORK SHIFT

DAY (United States of America)

SUMMARY OF DUTIES

This position designs and develops in-house training programs; coordinates external training with outside vendors; and works with all departments at Merit Medical. Administers, organizes and conducts training programs, on-the-job training and employee orientation.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS PERFORMED

1. Manages and directs employees regarding training assignments and scheduling, performance evaluations, mentoring and career development, etc.

2. Conducts needs assessments to determine training requirements and associated facility and equipment needs.

3. Organizes and coordinates training with internal and external instructors.

4. Designs, develops, and budgets for in-house training curriculum and resources.

5. Provides and budgets for training courses such as technical training and ESL courses as needed.

6. Plans for and facilitates training of new employees through new-hire orientation, on-boarding, job specific technical training and on-the-job training.

7. Reviews and evaluates performance of production operations including achievement of output and profitability target and identifies opportunities to improve work processes and methods. Communicates observations and suggestions for improvement to Management.

8. Monitors effectiveness of training programs, compliance with policies and procedures regarding training, and reports to Management on a regular basis.

9. Teaches various training courses.

10. Develops and maintains training resource library.

11. Develops and maintains yearly training budget.

12. Performs other related tasks, as required.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL/ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

Lifting - Not to exceed 50 lbs. – local practice may apply.

Writing

Sitting

Standing

Bending

Visual acuity

Color perception

Depth perception

Reading

Field of vision/peripheral

Fine motor skills

SUMMARY OF MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and/or experience equivalent to a related Bachelor's Degree in Business, Human Resources, or a training related area.

Five years of training experience and demonstrated ability to supervise others in a team atmosphere.

Ability to communicate effectively with others including senior management and government officials.

Ability to read and understand complex manufacturing and production information, including production drawings, work orders, and related manufacturing specifications.

Excellent organizational skills, the ability to complete tasks in a timely manner, and the ability to work under strict time constraints.

Excellent analytical skills, including the ability to identify improvements in manufacturing methods and processes.

Good interpersonal skills and the ability to work well with others.

Demonstrated computer skills preferably spreadsheets, word processing, database and other applicable software programs.

Ability to work effectively with the manufacturing team to achieve production goals.

COMPETENCIES

Training processes/work assigning/paperwork/quality standards

Training design/delivery/needs assessment

Writing

Supervisory process

Teamwork/profitability

Training facilitation

Train production method/safety/cleanliness standards

Work process and method improvement

COMMENTS

Infectious Control Risk Category III:

The risk category explains whether or not employees are likely to come into contact with blood or body fluids while performing their jobs. Risk category III states employment and pro

cedures that do not require exposure.

As an eligible Merit employee, you can expect the following:

Multiple Shifts and Hours to choose from: Days, Swing (Eve), and Nights

Medical/Dental & Other Insurances (eligible the first of month after 30 days)

Low Cost Onsite Medical Clinic

Two (2) Onsite Cafeterias

Employee Garden | Gardening Classes

3 Weeks' Vacation | 1 Week Sick-Time | Paid Holidays

401K | Health Savings Account

To on our culture, go to www.merit.com/careers .

Military Veterans are encouraged to Apply.

Merit is a proud Utah Patriot Partner committed to hiring our Veterans.