Training Specialist

Saronic

Franklin, LA

On-siteCareer-pivot friendly

Who this role is best for

Strong fit for candidates with hands-on shipbuilding/heavy manufacturing experience who can adapt corporate training content to on-site conditions and manage logistics for training programs. The role emphasizes collaboration with shipyard leadership and subject matter experts, and requires U.S. Citizenship for security clearance.

Best fit for

Candidates with hands-on shipbuilding or heavy manufacturing trade experience and a background in adult learning principles
— “Apply adult learning principles and site safety, operational, and compliance requirements to all trainings delivered on the floor.”
Individuals who have led onboarding or training programs in technical environments and can manage logistics
— “Own the training calendar at the Franklin shipyard — scheduling, logistics, and materials — and lead onboarding that gives new hires a consistent start and accelerates time to productivity.”
Professionals with experience in translating complex technical content into accessible learning experiences
— “Ability to partner directly with subject matter experts to scope learning objectives and translate complex content into accessible learning experiences.”

Things to consider

U.S. Citizenship is mandatory due to the need for a security clearance.
— “U.S. Citizenship and ability to obtain a security clearance.”
Candidates must be prepared to work on-site at the Franklin shipyard with limited remote flexibility.
— “Host and coordinate local workforce development partners on site visits, materials reviews, and third-party-led sessions.”

How to stand out

Highlight experience in designing and delivering on-the-job training for production trades.
— “Design and deliver on-the-job training for welders, fitters, and related production trades.”
Demonstrate ability to use a Learning Management System, especially Cornerstone.
— “Experience administering training in a Learning Management System (LMS); Cornerstone preferred.”
Showcase skills in identifying and addressing skill gaps through training programs.
— “Partner with shipyard leadership ... to identify skill gaps and translate them into practical, hands-on instruction.”
Emphasize experience in safety and compliance training, particularly equipment and PPE training.
— “Deliver required equipment and safety training, including Powered Industrial Truck certification, reinforcing PPE, fire prevention, and equipment inspection expectations in every session.”

Pace · SteadyCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

Derived from job-description analysis by Serendipath's career intelligence engine.

What success looks like

consistent training programs
positive learner feedback
efficient onboarding

Typical background

manufacturing/trade experiencetraining/mentoring background

Skills & requirements

Required

Training Calendar ManagementOnboardingInstructional DesignSafety TrainingPerformance Tracking

Preferred

LMS AdministrationDefense/aerospace Training

About the role

Original posting from Saronic via Ashby

Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing autonomy at sea, dedicated to developing state-of-the-art solutions that enhance maritime operations through autonomous and intelligent platforms.
Responsibilities:
· Own the training calendar at the Franklin shipyard — scheduling, logistics, and materials — and lead onboarding that gives new hires a consistent start and accelerates time to productivity.
· Partner with shipyard leadership, production supervisors, and subject matter experts to identify skill gaps and translate them into practical, hands-on instruction.
· Adapt corporate-developed content for site conditions and confirm programs are delivered consistently to standard across trades.
· Apply adult learning principles and site safety, operational, and compliance requirements to all trainings delivered on the floor.
· Track completion, quality, and learner feedback in the learning management system, report results to shipyard leadership and corporate L&D, and use that data to refine programs.
· Design and deliver on-the-job training for welders, fitters, and related production trades — covering blueprint reading, layout, assembly, and the safe use of trade tools, equipment, and rigging.
· Deliver required equipment and safety training, including Powered Industrial Truck certification, reinforcing PPE, fire prevention, and equipment inspection expectations in every session.
· Coach trainees in real time during hands-on practice and escalate when a pattern points to a process or program issue rather than an individual one.
· Host and coordinate local workforce development partners on site visits, materials reviews, and third-party-led sessions, working with corporate L&D on implementation.
Qualifications:
Required
3+ years of experience in aluminum welding, fitting, or a related shipbuilding/heavy manufacturing trade, in a training, mentoring, or lead role.
Certification in any of the following areas: manufacturing, mariner, welding, and/or electrical.
Strong facilitation, writing, editing, project management, and organization skills.
Ability to partner directly with subject matter experts to scope learning objectives and translate complex content into accessible learning experiences.
U.S. Citizenship and ability to obtain a security clearance.
Preferred
Experience producing and delivering training in manufacturing or technical environments.
Experience administering training in a Learning Management System (LMS); Cornerstone preferred.
Bachelor's degree in Instructional Design, Education, or a related field.
Experience creating training for defense, aerospace, or autonomous systems.
Experience facilitating live or virtual training sessions for end users or technical teams.
Experience conducting skills gap analyses or training needs assessments on a production floor.
If this role is based in the United States, it requires access to export-controlled information or items that require “U.S. Person” status. As defined by U.S. law, individuals who are any one of the following are considered to be a “U.S. Person”: (1) U.S. citizens, (2) legal permanent residents (a.k.a. green card holders), and (3) certain protected classes of asylees and refugees, as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) https://www.govinfo.gov/link/uscode/8/1324b.
Saronic does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Source: Saronic careers (Ashby)