Instructional Designer-Quality
Medline Industries, LP
Summary
Design training coursework to drive employee performance across all functions within Medline's Quality department, including but not limited to Quality Engineering, R&D, Regulatory, Branch QA/QC, Labeling, and Laboratory. Work cross-functionally with teams and departments to research, create, and implement learning and development strategies and initiatives. This role serves as subject matter expert in adult learning to create and implement a variety of learning solutions, prepare course materials, and elevate training initiatives to support learning transfer and application in the field.
Job description
Job Summary
Design training coursework to drive employee performance across all functions within Medline's Quality department, including but not limited to Quality Engineering, R&D, Regulatory, Branch QA/QC, Labeling, and Laboratory. Work cross-functionally with teams and departments to research, create, and implement learning and development strategies and initiatives. This role serves as subject matter expert in adult learning to create and implement a variety of learning solutions, prepare course materials, and elevate training initiatives to support learning transfer and application in the field.
Major Responsibilities
- Consult with business leaders and subject matter experts (SMEs) to assess training needs and learning objectives to recommend solutions.
- Use adult learning principles and concepts, instructional design theory, learning tools, and industry resources to design and develop training coursework.
- Create course design approach that lays out the material in the correct order for appropriate understanding, comprehension, and knowledge transfer.
- Evaluate and measure instructional solutions to gauge effectiveness. Make recommendations to improve course effectiveness.
- Reinforce quality standards for learning assets created by the Learning & Development team and champion risk-taking and alternative approaches to the benefit of employees.
- Provide key input to team and external partners of best techniques to improve stickiness of content.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Instructional Design, Training and Development, or a related field; or a combination of education and relevant industry experience
- At least 2 years of progressive experience in Learning & Development, instructional design methodologies, and blended learning solutions
- Experience with the ADDIE model for training programs
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; positive, people-focused attitude
- Proficiency with presentation and communication tools (e.g., PowerPoint, Word, Canva)
- Experience with LMS and e-learning design programs (Articulate, Camtasia, Premier, Photoshop or Illustrator)
- Proven ability to lead complex projects, influence cross-functional teams, and drive organizational change through learning initiatives
- Willingness to travel up to 25% of the time, domestic and international
- Excellent communication, facilitation, and self-leadership skills with experience presenting to varied audiences
Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Life & Disability Insurance
- 401(k) Contributions
- Paid Time Off
- Continuing Education & Training
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Resource Groups
- Employee Service Corp
Company overview
Medline Industries, LP is the largest privately held manufacturer and distributor of medical-surgical products and supply chain solutions in the United States. Founded in 1966 and headquartered in Northfield, Illinois, the company serves all points of care including hospitals, extended care facilities, surgery centers, physician offices, home care agencies, and retailers. With over 550,000 medical products and clinical solutions, Medline operates in more than 125 countries and territories worldwide. The company employs approximately 35,000-43,000 people globally and generates annual revenues exceeding $21 billion. Medline's comprehensive portfolio includes medical devices, surgical supplies, wound care products, protective apparel, durable medical equipment, and sterilization solutions. The company combines manufacturing expertise with extensive distribution capabilities through its network of over 50 distribution centers across North America, providing integrated supply chain solutions that help healthcare organizations improve clinical, financial, and operational outcomes.