Assembler-2nd Shift

PlanIT Group, LLC; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 48,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

PlanIT Group, LLC in Clearwater, FL is seeking a detail oriented Solder Assembler to join our manufacturing team on the 2nd shift. You will solder a wide range of components on PCBs, perform inspections, and ensure compliance with IPC-A-610, IPC-J-STD-001, and related standards.

The role requires at least 2 years of hands-on soldering in a production setting, familiarity with SMT and through-hole, and ability to read English.

Qualifications

• 2+ years hands-on solder assembly in a production environment.
• Familiarity with IPC 610, IPC J STD 001, IPC 2221/2222.

Responsibilities

• Manual and selective soldering of through-hole, SMT, BGA, QFN, CSP components.
• Perform visual inspections using microscopes/AOI to identify solder defects.
• Verify materials meet specifications and recommend process improvements.
• Follow safety procedures and PPE requirements.

Skills

IPC A-610

IPC J STD 001

Soldering

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Request: Light Industrial - Assembler-2nd Shift Qty: 2 Candidate Submission Limit Per Supplier: 6 Desired Start Date: 12/5/2025 End Date: 12/5/2026 Required OT Hrs/Wk: 10.00 MSP Owner: Merens, Crystal Rate Card Class: Assembler-2nd Shift - Assembler-2nd Shift Region: Clearwater, FL Level: Level 2: BS+4-8 YRS or MS+2-6 YRS Pay Rate: $23.00 - $26.00 Hourly OT40 Skills: Category Name Required Importance Experience Technical Skills IPC-A-610 Yes 9 1 - 2 Years Technical Skills IPC-J-STD Yes 9 1 - 2 Years Technical Skills Soldering Yes 9 1 - 2 Years Work Schedule: 4/10-2nd Shift Security Clearance: None Security Clearance Comments: Time Charging System: Auto Time Opportunity for FTE Hire: Yes OT Status: non-Exempt Worksite Classification: Worker will work Onsite Full Time

We are seeking a detail oriented Solder Assembler with a strong understanding of IPC (Institute of Printed Circuits) standards to join our manufacturing team. The successful candidate will be responsible for assembling printed circuit boards (PCBs) by soldering a wide variety of components, performing defect identification, and ensuring all work meets stringent quality and reliability requirements.

• Perform manual and/or selective soldering of through hole, surface mount (SMT), BGA, QFN, CSP, and other component types.
• Conduct visual inspections and use inspection tools (e.g., microscopes, AOI) to identify solder defects such as bridges, cold joints, tombstoning, insufficient wetting, and voids.
• Apply IPC A 610 (Acceptability of Electronic Assemblies), IPC J STD 001 (Soldering Materials), and IPC 2221/2222 (Design standards) throughout the assembly process.
• Verify that solder paste, flux, and materials meet required specifications.
• Recommend and implement enhancements to soldering processes, tooling, and work instructions.
• Follow all safety procedures, including proper handling of hazardous materials and use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• High school diploma or GED; technical/vocational training in electronics assembly preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of hands on solder assembly in a production environment.
• Proficient with IPC standards (A 610, J STD 001, etc.)
• Ability to solder and inspect a range of component sizes (0201 - 1206, BGAs, QFNs, etc.)
• Familiarity with soldering tools (soldering iron, hot air gun, reflow oven, wave solder machine).
• Strong visual inspection skills; ability to use microscopes and AOI equipment to detect defects.
• Detail oriented, strong problem solving abilities, effective communication, and teamwork orientation.
• Experience with mixed technology boards (both SMT and through hole).
• Knowledge of lead free and RoHS compliant processes.
• Familiarity with statistical process control (SPC) and yield analysis.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lb (e.g., boxes of PCBs, tooling). Comments for Suppliers: Candidate must have at least 2 years of IPC 610 soldering experience.

Shift hours are Mon-Thurs 3:30-2:00 AM EST; Candidates will not be able to move to 1st shift.

Candidates must be able to read/write English

Candidate must take and pass a medical exam as outlined in the supplier guide same pre screening questions as 19710