Precision PCB Touch-Up & Rework Technician

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

Job summary

Rocket EMS in Santa Clara, CA is seeking a Touch-Up Operator to perform solder touch-up and basic rework on PCBAs, following approved work instructions and IPC workmanship standards. The role requires strong hand-soldering skills, attention to detail, and the ability to read assembly drawings, use magnification, and follow procedures.

You will work with Production and Quality teams to ensure product quality and traceability.

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.
• Knowledge of ESD handling practices.
• Strong attention to detail, hand-eye coordination, and manual dexterity.
• Ability to follow established procedures and communicate quality concerns.
• Ability to work independently on assigned tasks and as part of a production team.

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 training scope.
• 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 defect information.
• Verify component placement, orientation, and polarity against documentation.
• Inspect completed work under magnification to verify solder joint quality.
• Maintain a clean, organized workstation and properly care for tools.
• Record touch-up activities in manufacturing systems or production travelers.
• Refer damaged pads, lifted traces, or unclear instructions to leads/Quality/Engineering.
• Follow ESD controls and wear PPE.
• Ensure work meets IPC workmanship standards and customer specs.

Skills

Hand soldering

SMT components

Through-hole components

Microscope inspection

Reading drawings

ESD handling

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Job description

Rocket EMS in Santa Clara, CA is seeking a Touch-Up Operator to perform solder touch-up and basic rework on PCBAs, following approved work instructions and IPC workmanship standards. The role requires strong hand-soldering skills, attention to detail, and the ability to read assembly drawings, use magnification, and follow procedures.

You will work with Production and Quality teams to ensure product quality and traceability.