Soldering Operator

Job Title: Soldering Operator / Manufacturing Soldering Technician

Department: Manufacturing / Production

Reports To: Production Supervisor

FLSA Status:NonExempt

Shift:1st

Job Summary

The Soldering Operatoris responsible forperforming manual and/or automated soldering operations on components assemblies or productsin accordance withwork instructions quality standards and safety requirements. This role supports production goals by ensuringhighqualityworkmanship process compliance and efficient throughput.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Perform hand soldering and/or machine soldering (throughhole surface mountwiretoterminal or assembly soldering as applicable)

• Read and follow work instructions schematics blueprints and process documentation

• Inspect solder joints for quality defects and conformance to specifications

• Use soldering tools such as soldering irons reflow ovenswavesoldermachines and related equipment

• Identifyand report defects process deviations or equipment issues

• Rework or repair assemblies asper documented procedures

• Maintain a clean organized and safe work area (5S standards)

• Follow all safety quality and ESD (electrostatic discharge) requirements

• Meet productivity quality and attendance expectations

• Participatein continuous improvement and training initiatives

• Comply withall company policies and manufacturing procedures

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED

• Ability to perform repetitive tasks with attention to detail

• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions

• Basic math and measurement skills

• Manual dexterity and goodhandeyecoordination

• Ability to stand sit or work at a bench for extended periods

Preferred Qualifications

• Previoussoldering experience in a manufacturing or electronics environment

• Knowledge of IPC standards (IPCA610 JSTD001) preferred

• Experience with surface mount (SMT) orthroughholesoldering

• Experience working in a regulated manufacturing environment

• Ability to read basic electrical schematics or assembly drawings

Physical Requirements

• Ability tolift upto 50lbsoccasionally

• Ability to perform fine motor tasks

• Ability to visually inspect small components and solder joints

• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to noise heat or fumes (PPE provided)

Work Environment

• Manufacturing/production floor

• May involve exposure to soldering fumes chemicals or hot surfaces

• PPE required as applicable

Competencies

• Attention to detail

• Quality focus

• Process adherence

• Time management

• Teamwork and communication

• Safety awareness