Manufacturing Training

The Top Five Things You Need to Know About MANUFACTURING TRAINING

by Blackfox Training

Electronics manufacturing companies need skilled and certified workers to perform the intricate and important tasks required to build modern electronic equipment. Here, we explain five ways to gain these workers:

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Train and Certify Manufacturing Employees and Support Staff to the IPC Standards

Fill Training Gaps with Customized Courses that Focus on Basic Knowledge and Skills

Access Tools and Resources to Assess Your Workforce and Maintain Skill Levels

Offer Self-Paced Learning for Soft and Technical Skills (Available 24/7)

Hire U.S. Military Veterans Who Have Already Completed Immense Training

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Train and certify manufacturing employees and support staff to the IPC standards

IPC certification is an internationally recognized credential that proves an employee’s knowledge and skill level. IPC training and certification is industry developed and covers electronic manufacturing quality concerns, including PCB assembly and soldering, rework and repair, wire and cable harness production, and bare PCB fabrication. Having an IPC-certified workforce demonstrates an attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Fill training gaps with customized courses that focus on basic knowledge and skills2

IPC training and other standardized courses don’t cover every aspect of electronics manufacturing. Therefore, it is important to have customized courses that fill those missed gaps. Basic soldering, ESD, and electronic component identification are just a few examples of the many courses that complement IPC certification and ensure that your workforce is prepared for any challenges that may come their way.

Access tools and resources to assess your workforce and maintain skill levels3

Assessing your workforce before and after training is an essential part of a proper manufacturing training program. The effectiveness of training and the retention of knowledge gained can be gauged through assessments that are computer-based, interview-based, or audit-based. In addition to assessments, both students and trainers need to have complete access to resource documents and training materials after training has been completed.

Offer self-paced learning for soft and technical skills available anytime4

Self-paced learning that is delivered in consistent, small snippets will have a higher retention level than content delivered through other methods. When employees can convert non-productive time into learning time, that employee becomes more valuable to the company, and in turn, the company benefits. Self-paced learning for your workforce will increase engagement, productivity, and positive morale.

Hire U.S. military veterans who have already completed immense training5

Now more than ever, highly skilled and efficient employees are needed in manufacturing. The U.S. military invests an enormous amount of training in our soldiers. They are equipped with a framework of skills and attributes such as loyalty, integrity, leadership, and excellent work ethic. They know how to learn new skills quickly and adapt to changing environments, which are highly desirable qualities for manufacturing.

Blackfox is the worldwide leader in providing IPC certification and custom training systems to the manufacturing industry’s top companies. Blackfox provides solutions for the manufacturing industry and for veterans seeking employment. Visit us online at Blackfox.com.