Training Program Manager
Location: This position is based in our Walkersville, MD office. The typical work schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM EST.
What you will get:
The full-time base annual salary for this position is expected to range between $107,100 to $118,650. In addition, below you will find a comprehensive summary of the benefits package we offer:
- Performance-related bonus.
- Medical, dental and vision insurance.
- 401(k) matching plan.
- Life insurance, as well as short-term and long-term disability insurance.
- Employee assistance programs.
- Paid time off (PTO).
Compensation for this role will be determined by the candidate’s qualifications, skills, experience, and relevant knowledge.
What will you do:
We are seeking a Training Program Manager to drive strategic learning initiatives that enhance capability, engagement, and performance across our Walkersville site. This is a full-time, first-shift position based entirely onsite, five days per week, at our Walkersville, MD facility. The successful candidate will be responsible for evaluating current training programs, identifying opportunities for improvement, and developing effective learning solutions tailored to adult learners. This role plays a key part in shaping how we learn, grow, and develop as an organization.
- Drive the design, development, and delivery of high-impact training programs that align with organizational goals and compliance requirements.
- Evaluate existing training initiatives; recommend and implement enhancements to improve learning outcomes, engagement, and retention.
- Apply adult learning principles to ensure programs are relevant, interactive, and results oriented.
- Partner with cross-functional teams and subject matter experts to assess skill gaps and create targeted development solutions.
- Maintain current knowledge of industry trends, innovative learning technologies, and best practices in instructional design.
- Oversee training documentation, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and accessibility across platforms.
- Develop and manage multimedia training materials (e-learning modules, job aids, facilitator guides, etc.) using modern learning tools and formats.
- Monitor the effectiveness of training programs through feedback, data analysis, and continuous improvement strategies.
- Manage projects and timelines within the Training Department to ensure successful program delivery.
- Perform other related duties as assigned to support business and employee development needs.
What we are looking for:
- Bachelor’s degree in education, Human Resources, Organizational Development, or a related field (or equivalent experience), with a minimum of 5 years of experience in training design, program management, or learning and development.
- Proven experience in developing and managing training programs within a manufacturing, scientific, or technical environment.
- Strong understanding of Adult Learning Theory and the ability to translate it into engaging learning experiences.
- Demonstrated ability to evaluate, design, and implement learning strategies that drive measurable performance improvement.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a talent for simplifying complex information.
- Highly organized and detail-oriented, with strong project management skills.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and comfortable leveraging various learning management systems (LMS) and multimedia tools.
- Adept in using diverse training delivery methods — in-person, virtual, and digital learning formats.
- Collaborative mindset with the ability to build strong relationships across departments and influence at all levels.
About Lonza
At Lonza, our people are our greatest strength. With 30+ sites across five continents, our globally connected teams work together every day to manufacture the medicines of tomorrow. Our core values of Collaboration, Accountability, Excellence, Passion and Integrity reflect who we are and how we work together. Everyone’s ideas, big or small, have the potential to improve millions of lives, and that’s the kind of work we want you to be part of.
Innovation thrives when people from all backgrounds bring their unique perspectives to the table. At Lonza, we offer equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you’re ready to help turn our customers’ breakthrough ideas into viable therapies, we look forward to welcoming you on board.
Ready to shape the future of life sciences? Apply now.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in education, Human Resources, Organizational Development, or a related field, or equivalent experience
- Minimum 5 years of experience in training design, program management, or learning and development
- Experience developing and managing training programs in a manufacturing, scientific, or technical environment
- Understanding of Adult Learning Theory
- Ability to evaluate, design, and implement learning strategies that drive measurable performance improvement
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to simplify complex information
- Strong organizational, detail-orientation, and project management skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
- Experience or comfort using learning management systems and multimedia tools
- Ability to deliver training through in-person, virtual, and digital formats
- Collaborative ability to build relationships across departments and influence at all levels
What We Do
At Lonza, we enable A Healthier World by supporting our healthcare customers on the path to commercialization. Our community of 16,000 talented employees work across a global network of more than 30 sites to deliver for our customers across the pharma, biotech and nutrition markets.
