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Job Title:
Lab Manager – Electronics Lab (Part-Time Contract)

Location: Colorado (Onsite) 80501
Duration: 12-Month Contract (Strong potential for extension)
Schedule: 4 hours/day, 5 days/week (20 hours/week)

Overview
We are seeking an experienced Lab Manager with strong organizational skills and expert-level soldering capabilities, particularly in BGA rework and reballing. This part-time contract role requires someone who takes ownership of their work and can demonstrate a proven track record in lab management. The ideal candidate will bring structure, accountability, and hands-on technical excellence to our lab environment.

Schedule:

4 hours per day, 5 days per week (20 hours/week)

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day lab operations, including equipment, inventory, and workspace organization

• Perform precision soldering and rework tasks, including:

• BGA (Ball Grid Array) rework and replacement

• BGA reballing operations

• Fine-pitch component soldering and rework

• Maintain lab equipment, tools, and workstations in optimal condition

• Establish and enforce lab organization standards and procedures

• Track inventory of components, consumables, and equipment

• Coordinate with engineering teams to prioritize lab tasks and support project timelines

• Document lab processes, procedures, and work completed

• Take ownership of lab cleanliness, safety, and efficiency

Required Qualifications

• Demonstrated lab management experience with specific examples of previous lab oversight roles

• Expert soldering and rework skills, specifically:

• BGA rework (removal and replacement)

• BGA reballing techniques

• Must be able to demonstrate skills during a practical assessment following virtual screening

• Strong organizational abilities with attention to detail and a systematic approach

• Proven job history showing stability and progression in similar roles (this is not an entry-level position)

• Ability to take ownership and work independently with minimal supervision

• Strong communication skills for coordinating with engineering teams

Preferred Skills

• Linux system experience (the more experience, the better)

• Proficiency with rework stations (hot air, IR, etc.) and reballing equipment

• Experience with lab inventory management systems

• IPC certification (IPC-7711/7721 or similar) for rework and repair