Soldering Machine Operator

Selective Soldering Machine Operator / Technician

The Selective Soldering Machine Operator / Technician operates, sets up, and maintains selective soldering equipment to support printed circuit board (PCB) assembly in a regulated electronics manufacturing environment. This role ensures consistent solder quality, adheres to safety and quality standards, and contributes to efficient, high?volume production.

Responsibilities

• Operate selective soldering machines, such as ERSA, SeHO, Pillarhouse, or similar equipment, to support PCB assembly operations.
• Perform machine setup, changeovers, and basic programming adjustments in accordance with work instructions and process documentation.
• Load and unload PCBs, ensuring proper fixturing, alignment, and adherence to defined solder parameters.
• Monitor solder quality, including wetting, hole fill, solder bridges, and other potential defects, and take corrective action as needed.
• Conduct first article inspections and in?process quality checks to verify conformance with quality standards.
• Troubleshoot soldering issues and collaborate with engineering and quality teams to resolve process or equipment problems.
• Perform basic preventive maintenance on selective soldering machines, including cleaning solder pots and replacing consumables.
• Accurately document production data, inspection results, and defects in accordance with established procedures.
• Follow ESD, safety, environmental, and quality policies and procedures at all times while working on the production floor.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives, including 5S activities, to enhance efficiency, quality, and workplace organization.
• Apply strong attention to detail and a quality?focused mindset to all aspects of the soldering process.
• Work independently to complete assigned tasks while also collaborating effectively within a team environment.
• Communicate clearly with supervisors, engineers, and team members regarding production status, issues, and improvement ideas.

Essential Skills

• 13 years of experience operating selective soldering equipment in an electronics manufacturing environment.
• Hands?on experience with SMT soldering and SMT assembly processes.
• Experience in electronics manufacturing and PCB manufacturing environments.
• Proficiency in operating production machinery, including SMT and wave solder machines.
• Knowledge of through?hole soldering processes, solder alloys, and flux systems.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions, drawings, and process documentation accurately.
• Familiarity with IPC quality standards such as IPC?A?610 or similar.
• Strong attention to detail and a demonstrated focus on product quality.
• Mechanical aptitude with solid problem?solving skills for equipment and process issues.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team to meet production goals.
• Effective communication skills for interacting with production, engineering, and quality personnel.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• IPC certification, such as IPC?A?610 or J?STD?001.
• Technical or vocational training in electronics or manufacturing.
• Experience with process troubleshooting and solder process optimization.
• Familiarity with ESD, safety, environmental, and quality policies in a manufacturing setting.
• Comfort working with selective soldering machines including ERSA, SeHO, Pillarhouse, or similar platforms.

Why Work Here?

You will work in a modern, well?organized facility that supports your growth through cross?training and opportunities to take on leadership responsibilities. Multiple shifts provide flexibility, while a focus on quality, continuous improvement, and structured processes creates a professional environment where your technical skills are valued and developed.

Work Environment

This role is based in a climate?controlled, organized electronics manufacturing facility. The position operates primarily on a 2:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. shift, working with selective soldering, SMT, and related PCB manufacturing equipment. The environment emphasizes adherence to ESD, safety, environmental, and quality standards, with a clean and structured production floor that supports efficient and precise work.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Tempe, AZ.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $28.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Tempe, AZ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 12, 2026.