Smt Solderer Technician Class 3

SMT Solderer Technician Class 3

DITEK is seeking a SMT Soldering Technician with Class 3 certification (including BGA, QFN, QFP, LGA and 0201 packages) to join our dynamic team and support our manufacturing processes. If you are detail-oriented, have strong soldering skills, and enjoy working in a collaborative environment, we'd love to hear from you!

Essential Functions And Responsibilities

• IPC Class 3 certified with extensive experience hand soldering, building, inspecting, and reworking electronic components.
• Advanced SMT soldering expertise, including fine-pitch and micro-mini components, including BGA, QFN, QFP, LGA and 0201 packages.
• Experienced with lead-free and leaded soldering processes, proper flux application, and thermal control.
• Strong understanding of workmanship criteria, defect recognition, and process indicators.
• Identification of cosmetic vs. functional defects.
• Strong adherence of ESD compliance, documentation accuracy, and adherence ISO manufacturing procedures.
• Evaluation of solder fillet geometry, wetting, voiding, and bridging.
• Experience with magnification and inspection tools.
• Comfortable working under microscopes for extended periods.
• Component removal and replacement using hot-air rework stations, preheaters and micro-soldering tools.
• Ability to follow detailed work instructions, drawings and BOM's.
• Interpret PCB layouts, schematics, and assembly parts.
• Collaboration with Process Engineering, Quality Engineering and Manufacturing.
• High attention to detail and repeatability.
• Strong workmanship discipline for critical assembly.
• Clear documentation and communication of non-conformances.

Qualifications

• Minimum of Ten (10) years' experience in the manufacturing and rework of Printed Circuit Assemblies and their associated processes preferred for complex assemblies.
• A high school diploma, GED or equivalent experience is required.
• IPC class 2 & 3 standard workmanship, fine pitch SMT soldering, and rework of complex components and assemblies.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Ability to understand verbal and written communications in English.
• Capable of following written and verbal instructions in English.
• Communicate effectively in English.
• Experienced in improving processes, performance, and troubleshooting assembly problems.
• Ability to reason thru process development and support of new technologies.
• Computer skills required.
• Demonstrate good hand and eye coordination.
• Must be able to differentiate colors.
• Assemble components to specifications.
• Familiarity of tools, devices, equipment, and calibrated equipment.
• Proficient in IPC class 2 & 3 standard workmanship.
• Attention to detail with minimal supervision.
• Experience in using hand and power tools.
• Ability to perform all functions of the job classification without posing a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace.

Physical Abilities

• Sit up to 8 hours per day.
• Stand up 4 hours per day.
• Walk up to 1 hour per day.
• Occasionally lift up to 35 pounds.
• Squat, bend, climb, kneel, reach and/or twist.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package (medical, dental, vision, life insurance, long-term disability, 401k match, paid time off and tuition reimbursement).
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• A collaborative and supportive work environment.

About Ditek

Ditek, a leader in surge protection solutions, is proud to have been voted one of Tampa Bay's Top Workplaces for 16 years in a row. We are dedicated to fostering a positive and dynamic work environment where employees can thrive and contribute to our ongoing success. Join us and be part of a team that values innovation, excellence, and employee satisfaction.

Ditek is a drug-free workplace and participates in E-Verify. Ditek provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.