2025-09-13
Sonaca North America
Other
/yr
employee
contract
Auburn
Washington
98001
United States
Title: Training Specialist
Location: Auburn, WA
Position Type: Full time
Requisition ID: R0013264
Description:
WHO ARE WE
Sonaca North America is driven by a passion for innovation and a commitment to excellence. As a leading provider of aerospace and defense solutions, we are dedicated to making air and space travel safe and sustainable. We have 13 locations across North America and our engineering expertise and operational excellence set us apart from the competition.
Since the beginning in 1948, we have a proven track record of delivering high-quality products and services that are reliable, safe, and efficient. Our team of experts is dedicated to staying ahead of the curve in the aerospace and defense industry, utilizing the latest technologies and processes to ensure that we deliver the best possible solutions to our customers.
POSITION SUMMARY
We are currently seeking a Training Specialist. This position is responsible for directly assisting the Human Resources Business Partner along with providing support to the training and lean processes within the company. The Training Specialist will managing and supporting plant training needs as well as implementation of lean responsibilities within the shop and help assist with Human Resources In all actions supports Sonaca North America's Quality Policy, Mission Statement and other Sonaca North America policies and procedures by supporting our commitment to total customer satisfaction, quality products and services, lean processes, continuous improvement, on-time delivery, safety, teaming, individual accountability and respect for people.
ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Work closely with Plant leadership and HR to identify training needs for plant workforce, with emphasis on baseline skills, customer/program requirements.
Conducts or assists with new employee orientation and training.
Help develop training for company policies, safety, Lean, technical skills, etc.
Ensure that company and employee certifications are maintained.
Conduct training by means of presentation, computer-based training, hands on demonstration and practice; test knowledge and skills utilizing written and practical exams.
Responsible for training records administration and retention both electronic and hard copy
Recommend solutions for performance issues and areas in need of retraining.
Coordinate the team to achieve greater efficiency and productivity to meet the company's operational and financial goals using Lean principles and techniques.
Discover, create, analyze, measure, improve and optimize our business processes.
Produce processes that can be structured and repeatable for multiple work centers.
Participate in work center meetings to understand business and employee needs and objectives.
Organize workshops to assist project team with generating, analyzing, and documenting business requirements. Identify potential process gaps and/or opportunities to improve processes.
Create process flow diagrams, use cases, and other documentation to articulate system functionality.
Ensure process maps are easily understandable and accessible to relevant teams.
Establish detailed deliverable schedule, facilitate communication, and attend regularly scheduled team meetings to provide progress updates and reporting.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCES
High school diploma or high school equivalency preferred. Candidates that do not have a high school diploma or high school equivalency will be required to take a pre-employment assessment to be considered for the role.
Minimum 1 – 2 years’ related experience and/or training. Previous experience in a training role is an asset.
Previous Aerospace experience required, including knowledge of technical skills to be trained.
Knowledge of AS/9100 and ISO9100 standards preferred.
Must have strong written and verbal communication skills and be comfortable presenting information to different audiences.
Must be able to engage in a positive manner with individuals at varying levels across the organization.
Must be proficient in MS Office Suite.
Flexibility to work overtime and holidays as needed.
Must have the ability to gather data, compile information, and prepare reports.
Self-starter that can work independently along with working in a team environment.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
This position will require an employee to perform the following functions effectively, with or without reasonable accommodation:
Sitting/standing for extended periods, walking, bending, stooping, kneeling, pushing, pulling, and working on a computer for long periods of time.
Occasionally walk through the shop environment.
Occasional requirements may include lifting and carrying a maximum of 20 lbs.
WHY CHOOSE SONACA NORTH AMERICA?
We take care of our people.
401(k) retirement savings plan with a percentage company-match contribution
Competitive wages
Paid holidays
Paid time off
Medical, dental, vision, life, and accidental insurance
Short-term disability
Long-term disability
Employee assistance plan — for access to counseling, consulting and other community resources
Wellness program
Tuition assistance
Subject to eligibility, terms, and conditions
Pay Range - $25.00-30.00
This job description is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, and duties. The responsibilities, tasks, and duties may differ from those outlined in the job description and other duties, as assigned, may be required. This document does not create an employment contract. Employees of the Company are employed on an “at will” basis and may be terminated at any time.
Sonaca North America is an equal employment opportunity employer. Consistent with applicable law, Sonaca North America provides access and opportunities to those with disabilities. This includes providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans who seek to access the company’s online application system. If an applicant is unable to fully access the online application system, Sonaca North America will provide a reasonable accommodation. Applicants with disabilities may contact us at 636-916-2400 for assistance accessing the on-line application system. Callers should have a detailed description of the requested accommodation, their name and preferred method of contact ready for Sonaca North America‘s Human Resources Department. Sonaca North America will make every effort to respond within two (2) business days. This phone number is not for the general submission of application materials.
Sonaca North America is an E-Verify Employer.
Sonaca North America is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Disability/Veterans Employer
NOTICE ON FRAUDULENT JOB OFFERS
It has been brought to our attention that there have been instances of fraudulent job offers, purporting to be from Sonaca North America and/or its affiliates (“LMI Aerospace”).
This type of fraud is normally carried out through online services such as false websites, or through fake e-mails or call from people claiming to be from the company. These persons offer fraudulent employment opportunities to applicants and often ask for sensitive personal and financial information. The fraudsters may also request recipients to provide personal information and/or to make payments as part of their fake recruiting process.
Sonaca North America does not ask for any financial commitments from candidates as a pre-employment requirement and will always require candidates to formally apply for positions via the Careers Page or job postings.
Sonaca North America has no responsibility for fraudulent offers and if you believe you have been a victim of a fraudulent job offer concerning Sonaca North America, please email info@sonaca-na.com.
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