Manufacturing Trainer - IPC & 5S Certification

Creation Technologies; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Creation Technologies in Milwaukee, WI is seeking a Training Specialist to develop and deliver core training curricula for new hires and ongoing employee development. The role emphasizes IPC-A-610 competency, ISO-aligned certifications, and hands-on training in electronics assembly.

You will coordinate with leadership and People & Culture to assess needs, maintain records, and ensure retraining as required. Strong English communication and soldering skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year experience developing and delivering training programs in a service, educational or manufacturing environment.
• Previous work experience in an electronics PCB manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge/background in IPC-A-610 standard.
• IPC certification is an asset, but not required. Creation will send the successful candidate for IPC Trainer Certification.
• Excellent hand soldering skills.
• Ability to communicate fluently in both written and spoken English is essential.
• Self-motivated and flexible to work in an environment dedicated to results and continuous improvement.
• Strong leadership, interpersonal and time management skills.
• Working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Lotus Notes.

Responsibilities

• Develops, coordinates and/or conducts internal training activities (i.e. skill or process certifications, On-The-Job Training and coaching)
• Develops, delivers and maintains core training curriculum for all new hires (i.e. introduction to ESD, electronic assembly, WHMIS/Health and Safety training, etc.)
• Facilitates and ensure ISO compliance of all skills certifications
• Works with direct/functional leaders and People & Culture to assess employee training and development needs
• Ensures required training resources are available (i.e. tutorial materials, production tools, etc.)
• Provides training documentation to People & Culture for updating employee training records
• Evaluates employee training performance, and schedules and provides retraining as required
• Directs employee training / certification for the following areas: Hand soldering per IPC specifications; Wire modifications and various PCA rework techniques; Proper care and use of soldering iron; Resistor color and number codes; Work bench maintenance as it relates to ESD control and 5S+1
• Responsible for IPC-A-610 employee certification process including application and effectiveness of training
• Assists in 5S+1 training and implementation in all areas of the facility
• Works with People & Culture to maintain an effective training schedule
• Works with Process Engineering to ensure hourly employee certification reviews are completed in timely manner
• Participate in root cause analysis as required
• Performs other functions related to training and development as required

Skills

Curriculum development

Training delivery

IPC-A-610 knowledge

English communication

Microsoft Office

Leadership

Tools

MS Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Lotus Notes

Job description

Creation Technologies in Milwaukee, WI is seeking a Training Specialist to develop and deliver core training curricula for new hires and ongoing employee development. The role emphasizes IPC-A-610 competency, ISO-aligned certifications, and hands-on training in electronics assembly.

You will coordinate with leadership and People & Culture to assess needs, maintain records, and ensure retraining as required. Strong English communication and soldering skills are essential.