Precision Solder Technician – 1st & 2nd Shift

Career

Garland (TX)

On-site

USD 26,000 - 32,000

Full time

6 days ago
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Pharmacy Benefits

Job summary

Career is seeking a precise Solder Technician for the Garland, TX PCBA team. You will perform hand soldering, rework, and touch-up on SMT and through-hole components, ensuring boards meet IPC standards before final inspection.

Shifts available: 1st or 2nd, with pay range $19-$23/hr based on experience. Candidates must be US authorized to work without sponsorship and pass background and drug tests. We value precision and accurate documentation.

Qualifications

  • Hands-on experience with hand soldering and PCBA rework.
  • IPC J-STD-001 and IPC-A-610 certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Hand Soldering: Perform high-quality hand soldering of through-hole components, wires, terminals, and complex surface-mount devices under a microscope.
  • Rework & Touch-up: Remove and replace components, prepare pads, and rework using soldering irons and hot-air stations.
  • Blueprint Interpretation: Read and interpret blueprints, BOM, and customer routing instructions.
  • Process Compliance: Ensure soldering meets IPC J-STD-001 and IPC-A-610 standards (leaded and RoHS).
  • Self-Inspection: Visually inspect work for solder quality and avoid bridges or cold joints.
  • Equipment Maintenance: Maintain soldering equipment and keep workstation clean (5S).
  • Documentation: Sign off traveler docs and update ERP/MRP for traceability.

Skills

Hand soldering
PCBA rework
Blueprint interpretation
Quality feedback
Attention to detail
Communication

Education

IPC J-STD-001 certification
IPC-A-610 certification

Tools

Precision soldering iron
Hot air pencil
Desoldering tweezers
Flux
Solder wick

Job description

Career is seeking a precise Solder Technician for the Garland, TX PCBA team. You will perform hand soldering, rework, and touch-up on SMT and through-hole components, ensuring boards meet IPC standards before final inspection.

Shifts available: 1st or 2nd, with pay range $19-$23/hr based on experience. Candidates must be US authorized to work without sponsorship and pass background and drug tests. We value precision and accurate documentation.

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