Precision Soldering Technician — SMT & THT Expert

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.
Principal Responsibilities:

• 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
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• Conducts 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.
Essential

Qualifications:

• 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.

• Must 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…