Soldering Technician

Overview

The Champion Solderer Technician plays a vital role in our manufacturing process. This advanced position requires expertise in diverse soldering techniques, including through-hole components, SMT part placement, and jumper wire routing. Candidates must strictly adhere to Class 3 specifications and prefer IPC-610 Class 3 and J-STD-001 Class 3 certifications. Key competencies include precise soldering and inspection using a 10X microscope, careful soldering iron tip selection, and meticulous component preparation.

This is a key role in a clean, fast-paced, and team-oriented manufacturing environment.

• Advanced Class III Surface Mount Technology (SMT) and Through-Hole soldering techniques are required.
• Maintain or exceed quality standards while meeting or exceeding time standards.
• Visually check work in process for solder defects and make adjustments as required.
• Thoroughly clean printed circuit boards and associated equipment.
• Execute precision assembly and soldering of electronic components onto Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs), utilizing microscopes and specialized tooling.
• Manufacture microelectronic devices and fine-pitch components.
• Install, mount, fasten, align, and adjust parts, components, wiring, and harnesses to subassemblies and assemblies with hand and small power tools.
• Replace defective components and perform repair and overhaul procedures on existing devices.
• Operate machinery that will prepare through hole components for insertion and soldering.
• Operate and maintain soldering equipment such as soldering irons, hot air guns, hot plates, microscopes, and soldering stations.

• Conduct thorough inspection and review of components and PCBs prior to and following assembly to verify proper assembly and quality standards.
• Read and comprehend technical work instructions, schematics, and safety documents with minimal to no guidance.

• Conduct manual assembly of electronic components (resistors, diodes, transistors, capacitors, integrated circuits, switches, wires, etc.) to the highest industry standards (IPC-A-610 Class III, J-STD-001 Class III) onto printed circuit boards.
• Expert hand solder SMT and THT components, including complex wiring assemblies.
• Damaged conductor and trace repair.
• Correction of board delamination/blistering.
• Base material and pad restoration including lifted/missing pads and plated through hole.
• Component polarity replacement for SMT, THT without damage or burning components or boards.
• Working knowledge of Through-Hole Soldering, Surface Mount Soldering, Tack and Reflow Technique, Flood and Wick Technique, Tweezers Technique, Solder Bridge Technique.
• Perform advanced-level assembly tasks including prep, mechanical, harness & cable assembly, PCB sub-assemblies, spray applications, and inspection.
• Demonstrate knowledge of component identification.
• Responsible for performing fundamental assembly, inspection, and installation procedures for components in production line assemblies.
• Comprehensive documentation to accurately track order progress and assembler performance.
• Addresses assembly issues and communicates corrective actions to colleagues effectively.
• Maintains and repairs equipment and tools necessary for completing production orders, while upholding a safe working environment.
• Demonstrate meticulous attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Must have proven experience using hand tools such as soldering irons, screwdrivers, pliers, cutters.
• Mentor and guide coworkers/new hires as required.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area.
• Maintain compliance with company safety policies by adhering to all established safety protocols and ESD procedures to protect sensitive…