In the past I have felt like this is goofing off and needs to be done in my time I strongly suggest you reconsider that position if you hold to that in any way

In the past I have felt like this is goofing off and needs to be done in my time I strongly suggest you reconsider that position if you hold to that in any way, shape, form, or fashion. Learning is absolutely part of your job. And if people (eg management) in your organization tell you otherwise, leave and go work somewhere that isn't run by morons.