Microscope Soldering

Job Description

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Job Title: Touch Up Rework/Hand Solderer

Type of Role: Contract to Hire

Expected Length of Contract: 6 months or longer

Shift / Hours: Monday – Friday

7:00am – 3:30pm

Location: San Jose, CA

Hourly Range: $19.00 - $26.00/hr. (DOE)

Job Purpose:

The Touch Up Rework/Hand Solder assembler is responsible for assembling and soldering electronic components onto circuit boards and other electrical equipment, ensuring quality standards are met. This role also involves inspecting finished products, identifying defects, and performing rework or repairs as needed.

Nature of Duties/Responsibilities:

Assembly & Soldering:

Assemble electronic components onto circuit boards and other electrical equipment according to provided specifications, schematics, blueprints, and work instructions.

Perform soldering tasks using appropriate techniques and equipment to create reliable connections that meet quality standards.

Inspection & Quality Control:

Carefully inspect finished products to identify any soldering defects, missing components, or other quality issues.

Determine if rework or repairs are necessary and perform those tasks to ensure the product meets quality standards.

Rework & Repair:

Work from schematics, blueprints, and written or verbal instructions to repair, rework, or modify assemblies, sub-assemblies, and components.

Use various tools and techniques to perform rework and repair tasks, ensuring the final product meets specifications.

Utilize microscopes, magnifying lamps, and other inspection tools to identify subtle defects.

Perform expert-level hand soldering and de-soldering using a variety of soldering irons, hot air stations, and other specialized tools.

Education and Experience:

Soldering Skills: Proficient in hand soldering and de-soldering techniques.

Component Identification: Ability to identify various electronic components.

Blueprint Reading: Ability to read and interpret schematics and assembly drawings.

Manual Dexterity: Excellent hand-eye coordination and fine motor skills.

Quality Focus: Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality standards.

Communication Skills: Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions.

3-5 years experience in electronics assembly and soldering is preferred.

Additional Requirements:

May require the ability to work under a microscope.

May need to be familiar with ESD (electrostatic discharge) procedures.

May require the ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds.

19Perks and Benefits:

While working as a Balance Staffing Associate, you will be able to take advantage of weekly pay, optional medical benefits, paid sick leave, and state-specific retirement saving options in accordance with state or local law.

About the Company:

Our client is a leading integrated manufacturing solutions provider serving the fastest-growing segments of the global Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) market. Provides end-to-end manufacturing solutions, delivering superior quality and support to Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) primarily in the communications networks, defense and aerospace, industrial and semiconductor systems, medical, multimedia, computing and storage, automotive and clean technology sectors.

Balance Staffing is proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law.

Company Description

At Balance Staffing, we continuously commit to our four key values: Passion, Authenticity, Agility, and Tenacity. We focus on cultivating lasting connections, both with our partner companies and candidates.

Full-time