Solder Technician

Job Description

Job Description

EMS Solutions , located in Ogden, Utah , is seeking a Solder Technician to assemble, solder, and inspect electronic circuit boards using surface mount and through-hole techniques. This role helps ensure our products meet IPC standards, customer requirements, and high-quality manufacturing expectations.

Pay: $18.00/hr

Schedule: Full-time | Monday–Thursday | 6:00 AM–4:30 PM 

We offer

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• 7 paid holidays per year
• 10 days of PTO per year – begins accruing on the first day of employment

• Solder surface mount and through-hole components using appropriate tools and techniques
• Inspect component placement, polarity, and solder joints for quality and IPC compliance
• Perform first article inspections and determine acceptance or rejection
• Complete circuit board rework and repairs using solder wick, heat tools, and other equipment
• Operate automated and manual soldering and inspection equipment
• Maintain IPC workmanship standards, including Level 2 and/or Level 3 requirements
• Follow ESD protocols, PPE requirements, and workplace safety procedures
• Communicate quality or production issues with team members, leads, and engineering
• Assist with training and mentoring other technicians as assigned
• Work with production and engineering teams to address defects and improve processes
• Maintain a clean, organized, and compliant work area
• Follow production documentation and written and verbal instructions

• High school diploma or GED
• IPC-A-610 certification or ability to obtain and maintain certification
• J-STD-001 certification or ability to obtain and maintain certification
• Previous electronics assembly or manufacturing experience preferred
• Ability to read and follow detailed work instructions and technical documentation
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office or similar systems
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Dependable, punctual, and committed to following safety and quality standards

• Manufacturing environment with exposure to normal production noise, moving equipment, and varying temperatures
• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods
• Frequent fine motor and repetitive hand movements for detailed soldering and assembly
• Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 lbs.
• Visual acuity to inspect small components and solder joints, including work under a microscope
• Ability to maintain focus and attention to detail for extended periods
• Must be able to wear required PPE, including smocks, closed-toe shoes, and heel straps
• Some bending, reaching, and stooping may be required

• Hands-on technical work in electronics manufacturing
• Opportunity to develop your soldering skills and earn IPC certifications
• Collaborative production, quality, and engineering teams
• Consistent full-time schedule with a four-day workweek
• Opportunity to grow your skills in a quality-focused manufacturing environment