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General Information

Name
Training Specialist
Ref #
15158
Posting Date
Thursday, July 9, 2026
Country
United States
Region
Tennessee
City
Oak Ridge (TN)
Business Unit (BU)
CE
Type of Employment
Permanent/Regular
Desired Starting Date
01-09-2026
Work Schedule
Full time
Remote Work
In office
Job
H - HUMAN RESOURCES

Description

Description

ABOUT ORANO

Join our team to help meet current and future challenges to build the clean energy world of tomorrow. By joining the Orano Group, you will be a part of a leading international player in the nuclear industry. 

Our strengths? Across the entire fuel cycle, we have extensive expertise in cutting-edge technologies, safe, high value-added products and services, and a strong capacity for innovation. Step into a career-defining opportunity with Orano USA, a global leader in nuclear innovation, as we launch Project IKE—a cutting-edge uranium enrichment facility in Oak Ridge, Tennessee

OVERVIEW

The Training Specialist is responsible for elevating the organization's overall training culture and participation to align with the standards set by Orano. As the Training Specialist, you’ll design, organize, and track corporate and technical training initiatives, while building foundational programs, including mentorship and new employee onboarding, that’ll support long-term employee development and strengthen retention.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Training Participation & Benchmarking

  • Assess current training participation levels across departments and identify gaps compared to Orano’s benchmarks.
  • Develop and execute strategies to increase employee engagement and participation in available training programs.
  • Set measurable participation targets and report progress to leadership on a regular cadence.
  • Partner with department managers to promote a culture that prioritizes continuous learning.

 

2. Corporate & Technical Training Coordination

  • Organize, schedule, and track corporate (soft skills, compliance, leadership) and technical (role-specific, systems, equipment) training programs.
  • Maintain a centralized training calendar and record-keeping system (e.g., LMS) to monitor completion rates, certifications, and renewal requirements.
  • Coordinate with internal subject matter experts and external vendors/trainers to deliver relevant content.
  • Evaluate training effectiveness through feedback, assessments, and performance metrics, and adjust programs accordingly.

 

3. Mentorship Program Development

  • Design and launch a company-wide mentorship program, including mentor/mentee matching criteria, program structure, and guidelines.
  • Create supporting materials (handbooks, check-in templates, goal-setting tools) to guide participants.
  • Track mentorship program participation and outcomes and gather feedback for continuous improvement.
  • Promote the program internally to drive voluntary employee participation.

 

4. Onboarding Program Development

  • Build a structured onboarding program for all new employees, covering company culture, policies, role-specific training, and key introductions.
  • Create onboarding materials, checklists, and schedules to standardize the new hire experience across departments.
  • Partner with hiring managers and HR to ensure a smooth transition from hire to full productivity.
  • Continuously evaluate and refine the onboarding process based on new hire feedback and retention data.
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Organizational Development, Education, or related field (or equivalent experience).
  • 2 to 4 years of experience in training, learning & development, or HR-related roles.
  • Experience designing or coordinating corporate/technical training programs.
  • Strong organizational, project management, and communication skills.
  • Proficiency with Learning Management Systems (LMS) and Microsoft Office/Google Workspace.
  • Ability to work cross-functionally with multiple departments and stakeholders.

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS

  • Experience building mentorship or onboarding programs from the ground up.
  • Familiarity with training metrics, KPIs, and benchmarking practices.
  • Experience working within a multinational or parent-subsidiary company structure.
  • Instructional design experience is a plus.

 

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS (KPIs)

  • Training participation rate relative to parent company benchmark.
  • Number of completed corporate and technical training sessions/certifications.
  • Mentorship program enrollment and retention rate.
  • New hire onboarding completion rate and time-to-productivity.
  • Employee satisfaction scores related to training and onboarding.

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation
  • Health, Dental, and Vision insurance – with generous employer contributions
  • 401(k) with employer matching and contribution amounts
  • Life insurance and Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance provided by the company
  • Generous Paid Time Off and holiday schedules
  • Numerous Training and Development opportunities
  • and more…

Orano Group

Present in the United States for 60 years, Orano USA is a leading technology and services provider to the U.S. commercial and federal markets.

Orano’s activities in the U.S. include developing uranium enrichment facility in Oak Ridge, TN ; packages and transportation of uranium & nuclear fuel assemblies ; fabricating & installing used nuclear fuel dry storage canisters and casks, conducting pool-to-pad used nuclear fuel transfers ; providing solutions to the National Labs and to the Dept of Energy ; and supplying U.S. nuclear energy utilities with uranium, conversion, and enrichment services.

In the nuclear medicine field, Orano Med is at the forefront of research in nuclear medicine and is developing a new generation of targeted therapies against cancer using the unique properties of lead-212. 
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

This position requires a pre-employment background check and drug screening.

Orano is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Orano and all subsidiaries abide by applicable legal requirements. We ensure that all personnel actions such as recruitment, compensation, career development, benefits, and company-sponsored training are administered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, protected veteran, or other protected status.

Location Details

Oak Ridge (TN), Tennessee, United States