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JANUARY 2021 I SMT007 MAGAZINE 79 Career Opportunities IPC Instructor Longmont, CO; Phoenix, AZ; U.S.-based remote Independent contractor, possible full-time employment Job Description This position is responsible for delivering effective electronics manufacturing training, including IPC Certi- fication, to students from the electronics manufacturing industry. IPC instructors primarily train and certify oper- ators, inspectors, engineers, and other trainers to one of six IPC Certification Programs: IPC-A-600, IPC-A-610, IPC/ WHMA-A-620, IPC J-STD-001, IPC 7711/7721, and IPC-6012. IPC instructors will conduct training at one of our pub- lic training centers or will travel directly to the customer's facility. A candidate's close proximity to Longmont, CO, or Phoenix, AZ, is a plus. Several IPC Certification Courses can be taught remotely and require no travel. Qualifications Candidates must have a minimum of five years of elec- tronics manufacturing experience. This experience can include printed circuit board fabrication, circuit board assembly, and/or wire and cable harness assembly. Sol- dering experience of through-hole and/or surface-mount components is highly preferred. Candidate must have IPC training experience, either currently or in the past. A current and valid certified IPC trainer certificate holder is highly preferred. Applicants must have the ability to work with little to no supervision and make appropriate and professional deci- sions. Send resumes to Sharon Montana-Beard at sharonm@blackfox.com. Operations Manager, Elk Grove Village IL, USA Want to advance your career by joining a globally suc- cessful and growing world class CCL manufacturing com- pany and help drive that success? As operations manager at Ventec USA LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Ventec International Group, you will coordinate and oversee our organization's operations in Elk Grove Village, IL, and Ful- lerton, CA. Your tasks will include formulating strategy, implementing performance improvement measures, pro- curing materials and resources and assuring compliance. You will be a mentor to your team members, find ways to maintain and improve the highest quality of customer ser- vice and implement best practices across all levels. Skills and abilities required for the role: • Proven commercial experience as operations manager or similar role for minimum 5 years • Knowledge of organizational effectiveness and operations management • Experience with ISO9001 or similar QMS required • Experience in budgeting and forecasting & familiarity with business and financial principles • Excellent leadership ability and communication skills (English) • Outstanding organizational skills • Degree in Business, Operations Management, or related field preferred but not required What's on offer: • Excellent salary & benefits commensurate with experience This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a suc- cessful brand and leading team with excellent benefits. Please forward your resume to jpattie@ventec-usa.com and mention "Operations Manager—Elk Grove Village" in the subject line.