Attracting and retaining talent remains the number one challenge facing manufacturers today.
The ARMA Workforce Committee brings industry leaders together to address these challenges by promoting manufacturing careers to youth, developing internships across skill levels, collaborating with K–12 and post-secondary education partners, and exploring regional certifications to strengthen front-line talent pipelines.

This committee is ideal for C-level executives, owners, operations leaders, and HR managers.


ARMA's January Workforce Meeting will be hosted by Goodwill / GSG Services for Manufacturers. 

Learn how manufacturers can partner with Goodwill/GSG Services to access work-ready entry-level talent and upskill incumbent workers through manufacturing-aligned training in manufacturing fundamentals, production and assembly, quality and safety (OSHA-10, lean basics, 5S), maintenance fundamentals, and CNC, machining, or mechatronics introductory pathways.

 

ARMA Workforce Committee Meeting

  • Tuesday, January 27, 2026
  • 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
  • Lunch provided (RSVP required)

Agenda

  • IPC Certification & Skills Training for Advanced Electronics Manufacturing
    Abner Hinojo, Technical Sciences, LLC
    with IPC funding insights from Victoria Hawkins, Global Electronics Association

  • TMAC Supervisor Certification Program & Funding
    Kristin Wheatley, TMAC

  • Wage Study Overview
    Vienna Lewis, 360 HR Consultants

  • Goodwill / GSG Services for Manufacturing & Facility Tour

Whether you are actively hiring, investing in training, or shaping the future of the manufacturing workforce, this meeting offers a valuable opportunity to connect with peers, share challenges, and identify actionable solutions.

Questions? Contact Alexis Flores at alexis@arma-tx.org

January Workforce Committee

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  • Tuesday Jan 27 2026, 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
  • Goodwill Community Center
    1015 Norwood Park Blvd Ste 310
    Austin, Texas
    United States
    78753