Solderer

Conformal Coating & Soldering Technician – Position Overview

We are seeking a skilled Conformal Coating & Soldering Technician to apply protective coatings to printed circuit boards (PCBs), perform precision soldering, and support electronic assembly processes. This role requires strong attention to detail, steady hands, and experience working with masking, coating materials, soldering tools, and inspection methods.

Responsibilities

• Apply conformal coatings to PCBs using spray, dip, or selective‑coating equipment

• Mask components to protect connectors, keep‑outs, and sensitive areas

• Inspect coated boards for coverage, thickness, bubbles, and defects

• Operate UV inspection equipment to verify coating quality

• Perform coating touch‑up, rework, and removal when needed

• Maintain clean equipment and a contamination‑free workspace

• Perform hand soldering of through‑hole and SMT components

• Use soldering irons, hot‑air tools, and rework stations for assembly or repair

• Inspect solder joints to IPC standards (IPC‑A‑610 preferred)

• Assist with PCB assembly, wire prep, and harness soldering as needed

• Follow work instructions, drawings, and coating/soldering specifications

✔ Required Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with conformal coating processes (manual or automated)

• Ability to read work instructions, PCB drawings, and assembly documentation

• Strong attention to detail and steady hand coordination

• Familiarity with UV inspection and masking materials

• Proficiency in soldering (SMT and/or through‑hole)

• Ability to identify solder defects such as bridges, cold joints, and insufficient wetting

• Experience in electronics manufacturing or PCB assembly preferred

• Knowledge of IPC‑A‑610 or similar quality standards is a plus

Why Work Here

• Weekly pay

• Clean, climate‑controlled production environment

• Hands‑on technical work with room for skill development

• Supportive team and strong quality‑driven culture

Work Environment

• Climate‑controlled electronics manufacturing

• Use of UV lights, coating equipment, soldering irons, and precision tools

• Focus on cleanliness, accuracy, and consistent workmanship

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Burnsville, MN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $20.00/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 Burnsville,MN.

Application Deadline

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

About Aerotek

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.