Hand Solderer, Day Shift (regular/indefinite)

Creation Technologies Inc.; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Employer paid medical, dental, vision

RRSP matching

Vacation

Onsite gym

Transit accessible site

Onsite parking

Casual dress code

Company events

Wellness program

Job summary

Creation Technologies Inc. in Vancouver, BC is seeking a Solderer 2 to perform standard hand soldering across products while applying IPC standards for consistent workmanship. You will work independently on moderately complex assemblies to support production flow.

A high school diploma or equivalent and 1–2+ years of hand soldering experience are required. Experience with through-hole and basic SMT soldering, plus knowledge of IPC standards, is essential.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent; IPC/J-STD certs may be required depending on site, customer, or business requirements.
• Experience: 1 to 2+ years of hand soldering electronics assembly.
• Skills Required: Proficiency in through-hole and basic SMT soldering.
• Skills Required: Good understanding of IPC standards and workmanship requirements.
• Physical Demands: Repetitive hand motions; ability to lift up to 40 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Perform standard hand soldering tasks across products to meet production and quality requirements.
• Apply IPC standards and component handling practices to ensure consistent workmanship.
• Handle moderately complex assemblies independently to support production flow.
• Resolve routine soldering issues to minimize rework and delays.
• Communicate soldering or quality issues clearly within the team.
• Interact with supervisors and quality engineers to support quality outcomes.
• Minimize waste and rework through proper techniques and material use.

Skills

Through-hole soldering

SMT soldering

IPC standards

Quality workmanship

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

IPC/J-STD certification (optional)

Job description

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The Solderer 2 performs a variety of standard hand soldering tasks across products while applying IPC standards consistently. This role contributes to team productivity and product quality through independent execution of moderately complex soldering work.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform standard hand soldering tasks across products to meet production and quality requirements.
• Apply IPC standards and component handling practices to ensure consistent workmanship.
• Handle moderately complex assemblies independently to support production flow.
• Resolve routine soldering issues to minimize rework and delays.
• Communicate soldering or quality issues clearly within the team.
• Interact regularly with supervisors and quality engineers to support quality outcomes.
• Minimize waste and rework through proper techniques and material use.
• Contribute to team productivity and product quality through reliable execution.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent experience; relevant technical certifications (e.g., IPC, J-STD, or equivalent) may be required depending on site, customer, or business requirements.
• Experience: 1 to 2+ years of hand soldering electronics assembly experience.
• Skills Required: Proficiency in through-hole and basic SMT soldering.
• Skills Required: Good understanding of IPC standards and workmanship requirements.
• Skills Required: Ability to solder basic solder cups, sleeves, and simple SMT components.
• Physical Demands: Controlled manufacturing environment. Work is performed in sitting, standing, reaching and stooped positions. Standing for long periods of time in a manufacturing line doing repetitive tasks. Repetitive hand motions.
• Physical Demands: Job duties require working with and around chemicals and the use of applicable PPE will be required. Good hand-eye coordination and mechanical aptitude. Strong situational awareness of surroundings to ensure personal safety and prevent potential hazards in a manufacturing environment. Color identification is a requirement of the role.
• Physical Demands: Ability to safety lift up to 40 lbs.
• Other Details: Base pay range: $22 - $26 depending on skills and experience.
• Other Details: This is regular/indefinite position.
• Other Details: Work shift: Day (Monday to Friday 7AM-3:30PM).
• Other Details: Need to be legally eligible to work in British Columbia, Canada, full-time for any employer.
• Other Details: Background check applicable as pre-employment.

What's in it for you

• Competitive compensation package (including a bonus program).
• Employer paid benefits (medical, dental, vision, life/disability insurance).
• Employee assistance program.
• RRSP matching program.
• Vacation.
• Company events.
• Onsite parking.
• Onsite gym.
• Casual dress code.
• Wellness trail near facility.
• Transit accessible site.
• Climate controlled indoor environment.
• Fixed full time schedule.
• Inhouse training available (#HP).

If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!

Creation Technologies is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you require any accommodations to complete the application process or need the job posting in an alternative format, please email [e-mail]. You will be connected with our Talent Acquisition team. If you are contacted regarding the position, please inform our Talent Acquisition team of any accommodations you may need during the recruiting process. All information related to accommodation requests will be handled confidentially.

Canada: Title for the position will be in accordance with applicable national and local laws.

3,000+ Industry all-stars. Entrepreneurial thinkers. Thoughtful collaborators. Bold problem-solvers. Passionate change-makers. Creation fosters a community of commitment, comradery, integrity, and inclusion. At our core, we know it’s our people who make us a leading Global Electronic Manufacturing Services provider. That’s why Creation genuinely invests in our people, instilling family like values and a diverse, dynamic, and rewarding work environment where people learn, work, and grow together. Creation truly cares, inspiring employees to grow, develop and advance their careers. At Creation, we pride ourselves in our people, our culture, and our corporate purpose, it’s rooted in everything that we do.