Technical Training Specialist

Actalent; Clinton (TN); On-site; USD 58,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Actalent in Clinton, TN is seeking a Technical Training Specialist to lead development and execution of manufacturing training programs. You will collaborate with leadership, production, quality, and safety to equip workers with essential knowledge and skills for peak performance.

The role requires hands-on experience designing training materials, SOPs, and program evaluation, with a focus on standardizing processes and driving continuous improvement in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 2 years of exp in training, learning & development within manufacturing.
• Experience in manufacturing environment; line experience is a plus.
• Proven experience building and implementing training programs from the ground up.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, production workflows, and plant operations.
• Experience working cross-functionally with operations, quality, and safety teams.
• Ability to create structured training materials, SOPs, and process documentation.
• Strong communication and facilitation skills with the ability to engage employees at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement training programs for production, safety, quality, and operational processes.
• Evaluate training gaps and build scalable onboarding and continuous training programs.
• Partner with operations leadership to align training with business goals and targets.
• Standardize work instructions, SOPs, and training documentation across the facility.
• Track training effectiveness with KPIs and feedback loops.
• Support organizational development, change management, and process improvement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory training requirements.
• Facilitate classroom and hands-on training sessions in a manufacturing setting.

Skills

Training Experience

Manufacturing

Program Development

SOPs/Documentation

Cross-functional Collab

Communication Skills

Facilitation Skills

Tools

LMS

Job description

Job Title: Technical Training Specialist

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Operations Training Manager to lead the development and execution of training programs within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This individual will play a critical role in improving workforce capability, standardizing processes, and driving operational performance through effective training and organizational development initiatives. This role will partner closely with leadership, production, quality, and safety teams to ensure employees are equipped with the knowledge and skills needed to perform at a high level.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement training programs for production, safety, quality, and operational processes.
• Evaluate current training gaps and build scalable programs to support workforce onboarding and continuous training initiatives for new and existing employees.
• Partner with operations leadership to align training with business goals and production targets.
• Standardize work instructions, SOPs, and training documentation across the facility.
• Track and measure training effectiveness through KPIs, performance metrics, and feedback loops.
• Support organizational development efforts including change management and process improvement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory training requirements.
• Facilitate both classroom and hands-on training sessions in a manufacturing setting.

Essential Skills

• 2 years of exp in training, learning & development, or organizational development within manufacturing or industrial environments.
• Exp in manufacturing environment – Line experience is a huge plus.
• Proven experience building and implementing training programs from the ground up.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, production workflows, and plant operations.
• Exp working cross-functionally with operations, quality, and safety teams.
• Ability to create structured training materials, SOPs, and process documentation.
• Strong communication and facilitation skills with the ability to engage employees at all levels.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Exp in packaging, food & beverage, or high-speed manufacturing environments.
• Exp in Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, or Six Sigma.
• Familiarity with LMS (Learning Management Systems) and training tracking tools.
• Exp supporting organizational change or workforce transformation initiatives.

Work Environment

This role operates in a clean room manufacturing floor, providing a structured and organized environment. The company offers a growing opportunity with PTO and holiday benefits.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Clinton, TN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $42.00 – $50.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan — Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Clinton,TN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 31, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.