Assembler

Solder And Mechanical Operator

The Solder and Mechanical Operator is responsible for the end-to-end assembly of printed circuit cards, including manual and semi-automatic soldering, mechanical part placement, inspection, and documentation. The role ensures that assembled circuit cards meet all quality, reliability, and safety specifications while adhering to production schedules and Lean manufacturing principles.

Key Responsibilities

• Soldering Operations
• Mechanical Assembly
• Inspection & Testing
• Documentation & Traceability
• Continuous Improvement
• Safety & Compliance

Required Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or GED; technical training preferred
• Experience: ? 2 years in soldering and mechanical assembly of circuit cards (military, aerospace, or electronics manufacturing)
• Technical Skills: Proficiency with hand-soldering, wave, and reflow equipment
• Certifications: IPC-610/IPC-2221 awareness preferred, soldering certification a plus
• Physical Requirements: Ability to stand for 8+ hours, lift to 25 lb, and perform fine-motor tasks repeatedly
• Other: Strong attention to detail, good hand-eye coordination, and ability to read engineering drawings

Preferred Skills / Attributes

• Experience with surface-mount technology (SMT) and through-hole components.
• Knowledge of printed circuit board (PCB) materials and handling.
• Ability to use precision measuring tools (micrometers, calipers, CMM).
• Familiarity with statistical process control (SPC) and data entry in MES/ERP systems.
• Team-oriented mindset with good communication skills.

Working Conditions: Shift work (4/10 5:00a.m.-3:30 p.m.) overtime based on production demand. Exposure to solder fumes, flux vapors, and occasional loud equipment; appropriate ventilation and hearing protection provided

Candidate must take and pass a medical exam as outlined in the supplier guide. Candidate must be able to read/write English.