Repair & Rework Operator

ICAPE Group; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Training opportunities

Career development

International environment

Disability-friendly

Job summary

DIVSYS International-ICAPE, part of ICAPE Group, seeks a skilled Repair & Rework Operator in Indianapolis, IN. You will repair, rework and modify SMT and through-hole assemblies to IPC standards while maintaining quality, traceability and process discipline.

Responsibilities include selecting solder alloys, using rework equipment, inspecting to IPC-A-610 criteria, and documenting all activity. Experience in electronics manufacturing and ESD/ MSD handling is essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; electronics training preferred.
• Experience with hand soldering, desoldering and PCB rework in electronics manufacturing.
• Knowledge of IPC-7711/7721 repair/rework procedures and IPC-A-610 criteria.
• IPC Specialist (CIS) certification preferred or obtainable within initial months.

Responsibilities

• Repair, rework and modification of SMT and through-hole assemblies.
• Select correct solder alloys and flux systems per specs.
• Operate and maintain rework equipment such as hot air, BGA systems and preheaters.
• Inspect returns, verify failure, locate defects and perform repairs.
• Document repair actions and maintain traceability on travelers/reports.
• Ensure ESD control and MSD handling during all steps.

Skills

Hand soldering

Desoldering

Reading drawings

Documentation

ESD handling

Quality focus

Education

High school diploma

IPC CIS certification

CIT certification

Tools

Rework equipment

BGA rework systems

Soldering stations

ESD gear

ERP/MES data entry

Job description

Repair & Rework Operator – M/F

To strengthen our Production Team, DIVSYS International-ICAPE (part of ICAPE Group) is looking for a skilled and detail-oriented Repair & Rework Operator to join our facility in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Your mission will be to perform high-quality repair, rework and modification of printed circuit board assemblies (PCBAs), ensuring compliance with IPC standards, customer requirements and internal quality procedures.

You will work closely with our Production, Engineering and Quality teams in a technical manufacturing environment serving demanding industries including aerospace, defense, medical, industrial and automotive.

Your role

As a Repair & Rework Operator, you will be responsible for repairing, modifying and inspecting SMT and through-hole electronic assemblies.

Using your soldering and rework expertise, you will ensure that all repaired assemblies meet the required workmanship, quality and traceability standards while contributing to continuous improvement across our production processes.

Key responsibilities

• Perform repair, rework and modification of SMT and through-hole (THT) assemblies, including component removal and replacement, site preparation, conductor and land repair, and jumper wire modifications
• Work with multiple solder alloys and flux systems, selecting the correct combination for the assembly and the customer specification
  • tin-lead (SnPb) and lead-free (SAC and equivalent) alloys
  • no-clean and water-soluble flux systems
  • observe segregation and cross-contamination controls between leaded and lead-free product
• Carry out all repair and rework in accordance with IPC-7711/7721 (Rework, Modification and Repair of Electronic Assemblies) and verify the result against IPC-A-610 acceptance criteria at the class level specified by the customer
• Inspect customer returns: verify the reported failure, locate the defect, determine the cause where it can be established, and carry out the repair
• Document all repair activity – defect found, method applied, materials used and final result – on the traveler or repair record so that the history of every assembly remains traceable
• Remove and re-apply conformal coating on repaired areas where the assembly requires it
• Handle all assemblies in accordance with ESD control and moisture-sensitive device (MSD) requirements
• Set up, operate and maintain rework equipment – hot air and hot gas rework stations, BGA rework systems, preheaters, soldering and desoldering stations, and inspection microscopes – and keep tips, nozzles and consumables in serviceable condition
• Work from assembly drawings, schematics, bills of material and customer-specific work instructions
• Feed defect data and observations back to Engineering and Quality so that recurring defects are addressed at source rather than repaired repeatedly
• Maintain a clean, organized and 5S-compliant work area

Your profile

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical or vocational training in electronics is preferred
• Previous experience in hand soldering, desoldering and PCB/PCBA rework within an electronics manufacturing environment
• Good working knowledge of IPC-7711/7721 repair and rework procedures
• Good understanding of IPC-A-610 acceptance criteria
• IPC Specialist (CIS) certification preferred or ability to obtain certification within the first months of employment
• Certified IPC Trainer (CIT) certification is a strong advantage
• Practical experience working with both tin-lead and lead-free solder alloys and different flux systems
• Ability to read assembly drawings, schematics, bills of material and technical work instructions
• Comfortable performing detailed visual work under magnification and handling small electronic components
• Knowledge of ESD and moisture-sensitive device handling requirements
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality and accurate documentation
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office and ERP/MES data entry
• Reliable, organized and able to manage priorities effectively
• Experience in a high-mix, low-volume manufacturing environment, avionics, military or medical electronics is an advantage

Career development opportunity

Depending on your experience, certifications and technical expertise, this position may offer the opportunity to develop into an Internal IPC Trainer role.

In this capacity, you may:

• Deliver internal IPC training and re-certification for operators and inspectors
• Maintain training records, certification status and internal training matrices
• Coach and qualify operators in soldering, rework and inspection techniques
• Support the development and qualification of new repair processes and work instructions
• Act as an internal technical reference for IPC standards and workmanship requirements

What ICAPE Group offers

• Permanent full-time position
• Competitive salary based on experience
• Health and employee benefits in accordance with company policy
• Technical and hands-on working environment
• Training and professional development opportunities
• Career development opportunities within an international group
• International and multicultural working environment
• Position open to applicants with disabilities

Why ICAPE Group?

DIVSYS International-ICAPE is an electronics manufacturing services provider and contract manufacturer based in Indianapolis, Indiana, specializing in printed circuit boards and printed circuit board assemblies.

As part of ICAPE Group, DIVSYS combines local manufacturing and technical expertise with the resources of an international organization specializing in Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs) and custom-made technical parts.

With operations worldwide and customers across a wide range of industrial sectors, ICAPE Group provides its teams with the opportunity to work in a technical, international and fast-evolving environment.