Training Specialist | Application

Advanced Assembly•Madison, WI

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Training Specialist is responsible for scheduling and conducting onsite training sessions and orientations for new employees, as well as providing ongoing technical, quality, safety, and process training for current staff. This role requires strong interpersonal and presentation skills, along with practical knowledge of electronics manufacturing standards and processes. The Training Specialist will also address performance concerns and recommend improvements to training curriculum and materials.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED equivalent required; technical degree or certification preferred.
Working knowledge and experience applying IPC-A-610 standards in an electronics manufacturing environment required.
Minimum of three years of experience in the electronics manufacturing industry.
Formal training in, or working knowledge of Lean, Lean Six Sigma, and 5S/6S methodologies, processes, and tools.
Basic understanding of safety programs and compliance with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) or other regulatory agencies.
Proficiency in Microsoft 365, including PowerPoint; working knowledge of ERP and QMS Systems.
Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
Ability to effectively engage employees while presenting program concepts in a professional yet approachable manner.
Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team.
Ability to work with employees from diverse backgrounds and varying levels of understanding.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English effectively, both verbally and in writing.

Nice To Haves

Current or prior IPC Certified IPC Trainer (CIT) certification preferred.
Experience with IPC/J-STD-001 and/or IPC-7711/7721 standards is a plus.
One to two years of employee training experience preferred.
A second language is a plus.

Responsibilities

Develop and prepare manufacturing related training session materials, including Safety, 5S, Restricted Substances, Quality Management System (QMS), and Institute for Printed Circuits (IPC) workmanship standards.
Administer and maintain the training application within the QMS.
Coordinate with department managers to ensure training schedules are met.
Schedule and conduct classroom training sessions for new and current employees.
Provide ongoing training and mentoring by working alongside employees at their workstations.
Evaluate quality data and workmanship to assess training effectiveness and identify opportunities for improvement.
Collaborate with the Safety Manager on performance issues and curriculum improvements.
Maintain accurate and up to date training records and documentation.
Work with Quality and Safety teams to update procedures, documentation, and inspection processes.
Assist with safety inspections and audits.
Deliver cross-functional training, including Lean, Lean Six Sigma, 6S, and safety initiatives.