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Training Specialist

Saronic · Franklin, LA · On-site

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About Saronic

Providing the most advanced and capable autonomous vessels in the maritime domain. Backed by Bessemer, General Catalyst and Kleiner Perkins.

About the role

· 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.

What they're looking for

  • 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
More about this role

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.

· 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...

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