Hand Solderer

Ducommun, Inc.; Carson (CA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Ducommun, Inc. is hiring a Hand Solderer in Carson, California, to manually place and solder miniature electronic components onto Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs). This position requires exceptional hand-eye coordination and a deep understanding of soldering processes.

The ideal candidate has 3-5 years of experience and holds a J-STD-001 Class III Solder Certification. Responsibilities include interpreting schematics and performing assembly with a focus on precision and safety.

Qualifications

• Excellent hand-eye coordination required.
• Ability to understand complex schematics.
• 3-5 years of experience in soldering and assembly.

Responsibilities

• Manually place and solder miniature electronic components on PCBs.
• Perform high skill level work with hand tools.
• May perform troubleshooting and rework of production items.

Skills

Hand-eye coordination

Proficient in soldering

Ability to read blueprints

Understanding of internal procedures

Team oriented

Education

H.S. Diploma or GED equivalent

3-5 years related experience/training

J-STD-001 Class III Solder Certification

Job description

Hand Solderer

A Hand Solderer for Surface Mount Devices (SMD) is responsible for manually placing and soldering miniature electronic components onto Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs). This role demands exceptional hand-eye coordination, fine motor skills, and precision to work with microscopes, tweezers, and micro-soldering irons without damaging the delicate components.

Job Summary

• Minimum of J-STD-001 Class 2; Class 3 preferred
• Ability to work steadily for long periods under a microscope
• Proficiency with both leaded and lead-free (RoHS) soldering processes
• Perform high skill level work with effective use and understanding of complex schematics, drawings, final assembly blueprints, wiring diagrams or specifications requiring excellent manual dexterity and use of a wide variety of hand tools, soldering, wiring, crimping cable routing, and special care in handling and soldering where access is somewhat difficult
• Work typically involves a wide variety of operations with very long work cycles
• May be responsible for final assembly or production build-up of complete units composed of complex sub-assemblies
• May also perform some trouble shooting and rework of production items
• Review and verify shop packet material received is complete and work with necessary support personnel to correct discrepancies
• May make minor procedural decisions in fitting, soldering, etc., but always within established guidelines
• Make good judgment in planning work sequences and determining the workability of the completed items
• Verify completion of work and shop traveler sign off prior to continuing to next process
• Other tasks may be assigned as necessary

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Ability to effectively read and interpret blueprints and mechanical drawings
• Ability to effectively understand and complete assigned paperwork and shop travelers
• Ability to effectively understand internal procedures and policies
• Ability to follow through on verbal, written or diagram instructions
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers and common fractions
• Prior experience in manufacturing, certified soldering and assembly particularly with electronics
• Work independently with minimum to no supervision
• Excellent hand eye coordination
• Must be safety oriented
• Team oriented with a continuous improvement outlook

Required Experience and Education

• H.S. Diploma or GED equivalent
• 3-5 years related experience and/or training
• J-STD-001 Class III Solder Certification required (training and re-certification offered within first 90 days)

Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled

23301 S. Wilmington Ave
Carson, California, 90745
United States