J-STD-001 Soldering Technician

Job Description

Job Description

SUMMARY

The J-STD-001 Soldering Technician supports production operations by assembling and terminating connector inserts, cables, and wire assemblies in accordance with IPC/J-STD-001 Class 3 standards. This role requires experience with soldering, cable and connector assembly, and the ability to follow customer wiring diagrams and manufacturing instructions.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, dependable, and capable of producing high-quality work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This position plays a critical role in ensuring products meet customer specifications and company quality standards.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The following is a framework of the essential duties and responsibilities for this role. Basic duties are outlined here and are not limited to this outline. Duties and responsibilities may change according to business need and other duties may be assigned.

• Terminate inserts (P1 and P2 configurations) using wire or cable assemblies
• Perform soldering operations in accordance with IPC/J-STD-001 Class 3 standards
• Follow customer wiring diagrams, work instructions, and production documentation
• Install shrink tubing, Tygon tubing, backshells, and Glenair straps
• Assemble terminated inserts into connector shells (P1 and P2)
• Perform final cleaning of oil-filled assemblies
• Install outer sleeving and product labels
• Inspect completed assemblies for workmanship, accuracy, and quality compliance
• Place completed assemblies into designated job totes
• Complete M1 transactions and maintain accurate production records
• Handle materials and components carefully to prevent damage
• Maintain a clean and organized work area
• Follow all company safety procedures and quality standards
• Communicate effectively with supervisors and team members
• Must be able to work a consistent schedule

Other Duties

• Experience soldering to IPC/J-STD-001 standards preferred
• Ability to read and interpret wiring diagrams and assembly instructions
• Experience working with small components and hand tools
• Strong attention to detail and manual dexterity
• Ability to perform repetitive assembly tasks with accuracy
• Reliable attendance and punctuality
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Experience soldering to IPC/J-STD-001 standards preferred
• Ability to read and interpret wiring diagrams and assembly instructions
• Experience working with small components and hand tools
• Strong attention to detail and manual dexterity
• Ability to perform repetitive assembly tasks with accuracy
• Reliable attendance and punctuality
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE : High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) required. Minimum of 1–3 years of related soldering, cable assembly, or electronic manufacturing experience preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and experience as determined by management.

Preferred :

• Current IPC/J-STD-001 certification
• IPC-A-610 and/or WHMA-A-620 certification preferred
• Experience working in a high-reliability manufacturing environment
• Experience with cable termination, connector assembly, and Class 3 workmanship standards
• Ability to read and interpret wiring diagrams and assembly instructions

LANGUAGE SKILLS : Ability to read and interpret documents such as work instructions, computer data, and procedure manuals. The ability to speak effectively, and clearly so others can understand you, before individuals or groups.

SOCIAL SKILLS : Ability to continually interact with others as a contributing member of a close-knit team. Ability to work closely together with others, possibly of different backgrounds and interests, without friction. Works well with people. Able to maintain strict confidentiality.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS : Aptitude to add and subtract two-digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10’s and 100’s. Ability to calculate figures and amounts.

REASONING ABILITY : Ability to solve practical. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

COMPUTER SKILLS : Ability to comfortably use computer software in Windows environment. Basic understanding of software, word-processing, spreadsheet, and related office applications.

GENERAL : Self-starter, able to work independently, able to work under pressure, comfortable with interacting with multiple levels of organization, able to work cross-functionally within organization to accomplish objectives, results oriented.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, use hands to finger, handle, for tooling and small electrical contacts, reach with hands and arms to place/replace products. The employee is occasionally required to walk, stoop, or crouch. The employee is occasionally required to talk or hear the "open" timers and other equipment. The employee must regularly lift and/or move tooling and components weighing up to 10 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move items weighing up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities include close vision for assembly, color vision for quality checks, and depth perception.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This position works in a production and manufacturing environment where employees may be exposed to soldering equipment, fumes, machinery, noise, and standard manufacturing materials. Appropriate safety equipment and training will be provided.

TRAVEL

Estimated 0% travel required. This is to serve as an estimate and may change according to business need.

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