Solder Technicians Needed (Hand Solder/Rework)

Solder Technician Location: Garland, TX 75041 Shift: 1st Shift – 7:00 AM–3:30 PM (OT may be required) Pay Rate: $18–$25/hr based on experience Responsibilities Hand Soldering: Perform high‑quality hand soldering of through‑hole components, wires, terminals, and complex surface‑mount devices (SMD) under a microscope. Rework & Touch‑up: Receive flagged boards from the AOI/Quality team and perform necessary rework, including component removal, pad preparation, and component replacement using soldering irons and hot‑air rework stations. Blueprint Interpretation: Read and accurately interpret blueprints, Bill of Materials (BOM), assembly drawings, and specific customer routing instructions. Process Compliance: Ensure all soldering work complies with IPC J-STD-001 and IPC-A-610 acceptability standards, utilizing both leaded and RoHS (lead‑free) solder alloys correctly. Self‑Inspection: Visually inspect your own work under magnification to ensure proper solder wetting, fillet shapes, and the absence of bridges, cold joints, or component damage. Equipment Maintenance: Maintain soldering equipment, including tip replacement, temperature calibration checks, and general workstation cleanliness (5S). Documentation: Accurately sign off on physical traveler documents and update digital ERP/MRP systems to maintain strict lot traceability and production tracking. Qualifications & Skills Experience: Minimum of 2–5 years of hands‑on experience in electronic hand soldering and PCBA rework. Certifications: Current or recent certification in IPC J-STD-001 (Requirements for Soldered Electrical and Electronic Assemblies) and IPC-A-610 is strongly preferred. Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of electronic components, polarity markings, and the difference between leaded and lead‑free soldering processes. Tool Proficiency: Experience using precision soldering irons, hot air pencils, desoldering tweezers, flux, and solder wick. Attention to Detail: Meticulous work ethic with the ability to focus on highly detailed tasks for extended periods. Communication: Ability to provide feedback to SMT operators regarding recurring solder issues to help improve the overall manufacturing process. Benefits Medical insurance Pharmacy benefits Requirements Authorized to work in the US without sponsorship Accept a background check to be performed Accept a drug test to be performed Equal Opportunity Employer Hire Energy provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr Jiffy Lube International, Inc.