IPC Trainer

Position Summary

The Trainer will be responsible for developing and delivering training programs that enhance the skills, knowledge, and performance of our production and quality teams. This role plays a key part in ensuring that our manufacturing processes meet the highest standards of quality, efficiency, and consistency.

Minimum Qualifications

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical certification or associate degree in a related field preferred

• Certified IPC Trainer (CIT) preferred

Experience:

• Previous experience in training within a wire/cable harness assembly manufacturing setting required

• Previous experience reviewing and implementing customer-specific workmanship standards preferred

• Previous hands-on experience in cable/harness assembly desirable

Knowledge:

• IPC/WHMA-A-620 and J-STD-001 including Space Addendum required

• Familiarity with ISO 9001 and AS9100 requirements preferred

Skills:

• Strong knowledge of IPC/WHMA-A-620 workmanship standards and general IPC assembly/inspection standards (e.g. soldering, wire/cable harness assembly, inspection criteria)

• Ability to translate Customer Workmanship standards to internal training documents

• Excellent communication, presentation, and instructional skills — able to train individuals at varying levels of experience

• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, quality control standards, and production equipment utilized in wire/cable harness assembly

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Job Responsibilities

• Develop and Deliver Training:

• Design and implement comprehensive training programs for production and quality staff, including onboarding, process training, and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Create training materials, including work instructions, manuals, and visual aids.

• Conduct hands-on training sessions on manufacturing processes, equipment operation, and quality control standards.

• Cross-Department Collaboration:

• Work closely with production managers, supervisors, and quality assurance teams to identify training needs.

• Support the implementation of new manufacturing technologies and procedures.

Internal and External Relationships

This position interacts with new hires, production, quality, and engineering departments on a regular basis.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit or stand as needed. This position requires the ability to lift up to ten (10) lbs. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet. 

About 603 Manufacturing

Located in Hudson, NH, 603 Manufacturing, a Trexon company, opened for business in 1998. We are an awarded manufacturer of cable assemblies and electro-mechanical assemblies. 603 Manufacturing is truly a diversified contract manufacturer, servicing the Defense, Aerospace, Industrial, Medical & Commercial industries. We offer a comprehensive benefit package including a 9/80 work schedule.

603 Manufacturing is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. 603 Manufacturing is an E-Verify Participant. Pre-employment drug/alcohol/background screening is required.