Lab Manager - Electronics Lab

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* Job Title:

** Lab Manager - Electronics Lab

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* Location:

** Longmont, CO

** Duration:
** 1 year with possible extensions

** Pay:**  $50 - $53hr.

- Depending on experience

** Schedule** : 8 hours per day, 5 days per week (40 hours/week)

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* Description:

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* + Our client is seeking an experienced Lab Manager with a strong focus on  
** lab management** , expert-level  
** soldering**  (particularly BGA rework and reballing), and  
** basic bench setup and testing** .

+ This full-time contract role requires someone who takes ownership of their work and can demonstrate a proven track record running a lab.

+ The ideal candidate brings structure, accountability, and hands-on technical excellence - keeping the lab organized and operational while performing precision rework and standing up basic test benches to support engineering.

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** Strong communication skills are essential** , as this role coordinates daily with engineering teams.

** This role centers on three pillars:*
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** Lab Management**  - owning the organization, equipment, inventory, calibration, and safety of the lab

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** Soldering & Rework**  - expert BGA rework, reballing, and fine-pitch hand soldering

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** Basic Bench Setup & Testing**  - configuring test benches and running basic functional checks to support engineering

** Responsibilities*
* ** Lab Management (primary focus)*
* + Manage day-to-day lab operations, including equipment, inventory, and workspace organization

+ Establish and enforce lab organization standards and procedures

+ Track inventory of components, consumables, and equipment

+ Maintain lab equipment, tools, and workstations in optimal condition, including calibration and routine maintenance

+ Take ownership of lab cleanliness, safety, and efficiency

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

** Soldering & Rework*
* + Perform precision soldering and rework tasks, including:

+ BGA (Ball Grid Array) rework and replacement

+ BGA reballing operations

+ Fine-pitch component soldering and rework

** Basic Bench Setup & Testing*
* + Set up and configure test benches and equipment for engineering tasks

+ Perform basic functional and bring-up testing on hardware

+ Connect, power, and verify boards and equipment, and capture results

+ Document lab processes, procedures, test setups, and work completed

** Required Qualifications*
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** Demonstrated lab management experience
** with specific examples of previous lab oversight roles - this is the core of the role

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** 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

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** Basic bench setup and testing capability**  - comfortable configuring test equipment and performing basic functional/bring-up checks on hardware

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** Strong communication skills**  - able to coordinate clearly with engineering teams, surface issues early, and document work so others can follow it

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

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** 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

** Preferred Skills*
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** Direct, succinct communication**  - gets to the point clearly and keeps stakeholders informed without unnecessary back-and-forth

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

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

+ Familiarity with common bench test equipment (power supplies, multimeters, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers)

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Experience with lab inventory management systems

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

** What We're Looking For*
* ** The ideal candidate is someone who:*
* + Treats the lab as their own, taking pride in organization and efficiency

+ Has a track record of reliability and ownership in previous roles

+ Can demonstrate, not just describe, their technical soldering skills

+ Is comfortable setting up bench equipment and running basic tests to support…