Training Specialist - $1,500 Sign-On Bonus

Ultratec, Inc.; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Advanced Assembly is an electronics manufacturing operation within Ultratec, Inc. in Madison, WI.

The Training Specialist will provide employee training and development, conduct onboarding, and coach on technical, quality, safety, and process topics on the production floor. The role emphasizes developing training materials, maintaining records, and collaborating with Production, Quality, and Safety teams to identify training needs and improve programs.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED; technical degree or certification preferred.
• Working knowledge and experience applying IPC-A-610 standards in an electronics manufacturing environment.
• Minimum three years of experience in the electronics manufacturing industry.
• Working knowledge of Lean, Lean Six Sigma, and 5S/6S.
• Basic understanding of OSHA and workplace safety practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365, including PowerPoint.
• Strong written, verbal, interpersonal, and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and conduct training sessions for new and current employees.
• Develop and prepare manufacturing-related training materials.
• Provide hands‑on training and mentoring at employee workstations.
• Train employees on safety, 5S/6S, QMS requirements, IPC workmanship standards, and manufacturing processes.
• Evaluate quality data and workmanship to assess training effectiveness.
• Maintain accurate training records and documentation.
• Work with Quality and Safety teams to update procedures and training materials.
• Support safety inspections and audits.
• Deliver cross-functional training, including Lean and Lean Six Sigma initiatives.
• Address performance concerns and recommend improvements to training programs and materials.

Skills

IPC-A-610 knowledge

Lean / Lean Six Sigma

5S/6S

Microsoft 365 / PowerPoint

Training & coaching

Employee engagement

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Technical degree or certification preferred

Tools

ERP systems

QMS systems

IPC/J-STD-001 standards

Job description

Madison, WI | Full-time | Hourly Non-Exempt | Fully Onsite

$33.65 - $36.05/hour, depending on experience + $1,500 Sign-On Bonus

Position Summary

Advanced Assembly is seeking a Training Specialist to provide employee training and development within an electronics manufacturing environment.

The Training Specialist will conduct new employee orientations and ongoing technical, quality, safety, and process training. The position also provides hands‑on coaching and mentoring on the production floor, develops and improves training materials, maintains training records, and works with Production, Quality, and Safety teams to identify and address training needs.

Essential Responsibilities

• Schedule and conduct training sessions for new and current employees.
• Develop and prepare manufacturing-related training materials.
• Provide hands‑on training and mentoring at employee workstations.
• Train employees on safety, 5S/6S, QMS requirements, IPC workmanship standards, and manufacturing processes.
• Evaluate quality data and workmanship to assess training effectiveness.
• Maintain accurate training records and documentation.
• Work with Quality and Safety teams to update procedures and training materials.
• Support safety inspections and audits.
• Deliver cross-functional training, including Lean and Lean Six Sigma initiatives.
• Address performance concerns and recommend improvements to training programs and materials.

Required Qualifications

• 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 three years of experience in the electronics manufacturing industry.
• Working knowledge of Lean, Lean Six Sigma, and 5S/6S.
• Basic understanding of OSHA and workplace safety practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365, including PowerPoint.
• Strong written, verbal, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Ability to engage employees in a professional and approachable manner.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Ability to work effectively with employees from diverse backgrounds and varying levels of understanding.

Preferred Qualifications

• One to two years of employee training experience.
• Current or prior IPC Certified IPC Trainer (CIT) certification.
• Experience with IPC/J-STD-001 and/or IPC-7711/7721 standards.
• Experience with ERP and QMS systems.
• Experience developing training materials or evaluating training effectiveness.
• Experience with safety training or OSHA programs.

Schedule

This is a full-time, fully onsite position working Monday-Friday, approximately 7:30 AM-4:00 PM. The position requires some flexibility to support occasional second-shift training, approximately once per month, with advance notice.

About Advanced Assembly

Advanced Assembly is an electronics manufacturing operation within Ultratec. Ultratec develops communication technology that supports individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing, including CapTel Captioned Telephone products.

The Training Specialist works closely with employees and cross-functional teams to support employee development, manufacturing quality, safety, and continuous improvement.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected status under applicable federal, state, or local law.