Precision PCB Solder Rework Technician

Rocket EMS, Inc.; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Rocket EMS, Inc. is seeking a Touch-Up Operator to perform solder touch-up and basic rework on PCBA assemblies. You will correct defects, verify joint quality with a microscope, and follow all IPC workmanship standards and work instructions.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, precise hand-soldering skills, and adherence to ESD controls in a production environment in Santa Clara, CA. Candidates should be able to read assembly drawings and document touch-up activities.

Qualifications

• Experience with hand soldering or solder touch-up on electronic assemblies.
• Familiarity with SMT and through-hole components and common soldering defects.
• Ability to perform detailed work using a microscope or other magnification equipment.
• Ability to read and follow assembly drawings, visual aids, and written work instructions.

Responsibilities

• Perform solder touch-up on SMT and through-hole components according to approved work instructions and workmanship requirements.
• Correct solder bridges, insufficient or excess solder, incomplete solder joints, and other identified soldering defects.
• Remove and replace components within the scope of assigned training and authorization.
• Use soldering irons, desoldering tools, microscopes, and other approved equipment to perform precise workmanship corrections.
• Read and follow assembly drawings, visual aids, work instructions, and documented defect information.
• Verify component placement, orientation, and polarity against assembly documentation.
• Inspect completed work under magnification to verify solder joint quality and identify remaining defects.
• Clean soldered areas and remove flux residue using approved materials and procedures.
• Record completed touch-up and rework activities in manufacturing systems or production travelers.
• Refer damaged pads, lifted traces, unclear instructions, and repairs beyond the operator’s training to the appropriate lead, Quality, or Engineering personnel.

Skills

Hand soldering

Attention to detail

Reading assembly drawings

Microscope inspection

ESD handling

Tools

Soldering iron

Desoldering tools

Microscope

Job description

Rocket EMS, Inc. is seeking a Touch-Up Operator to perform solder touch-up and basic rework on PCBA assemblies. You will correct defects, verify joint quality with a microscope, and follow all IPC workmanship standards and work instructions.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, precise hand-soldering skills, and adherence to ESD controls in a production environment in Santa Clara, CA. Candidates should be able to read assembly drawings and document touch-up activities.