SOLDERING TECHNICIAN

Job Description

Job Description

SOLDERING TECHNICIAN

Location: Brea, California 92821

Work schedule: 1st and 2nd shift available, multiple openings!

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 1+ year of soldering or assembly experience (manufacturing or hobbyist experience considered).
• Ability to read and follow work instructions in English.
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn.
• IPC-610 and/or J-STD-001 Certification preferred but not required.

SUMMARY
The Hand Solderer I is an entry-level role responsible for performing basic hand soldering and assembly operations on Printed Circuit Board Assemblies (PCBAs) and subassemblies. This position focuses on developing soldering skills, following detailed instructions, and ensuring compliance with IPC Class 2 standards.

• Perform routine hand soldering of thru-hole and SMT components under supervision.
• Assemble and rework PCBAs according to documentation and work instructions.
• Conduct basic visual inspection of solder joints to identify common defects (bridges, cold joints, etc.).
• Maintain accurate logs and follow established production processes.
• Escalate issues to senior solderers or supervisors for troubleshooting.
• Follow all ESD, safety, and company quality procedures.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS 

• Good hand/eye coordination required.
• Must have 20/20 vision (with correction) and color vision.
• Regularly required to sit; occasionally required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, or crouch.
• Ability to lift up to 20 lbs as needed.
• Work performed in a manufacturing environment with exposure to moderate noise levels.
• Regular exposure to flux and other manufacturing chemicals; must follow safety and ESD procedures.

We're not just a staffing company - we're a people company. At Amtec, we care about helping you reach your unique career goals. Since 1959, we’ve changed the lives of thousands of people for the better - people just like you. It’s our purpose to help you find meaningful work by matching your character, competence, and culture with an organization that truly values what you have to offer.

Company Description

We're not just a staffing company - we're a people company. At Amtec, we care about helping you reach your unique career goals. Since 1959, we’ve changed the lives of thousands of people for the better - people just like you. It’s our purpose to help you find meaningful work by matching your character, competence, and culture with an organization that truly values what you have to offer.