Second-Shift Through-Hole PCB Operator – Precision Soldering

Rocket EMS; Carson City (NV); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Holidays

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Rocket EMS in Carson City, NV is seeking a Through-Hole Operator on the second shift to hand-place, solder, and inspect PCB assemblies to IPC-A-610 Class 2 and 3 workmanship standards.

You will coordinate with engineering, quality, and production teams to ensure accurate build documentation, maintain clean work areas, and contribute to continuous improvement efforts. The role requires steady hands and strong attention to detail, with fluent English communication.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (required).
• Minimum 2 years in through-hole assembly or hand soldering.
• IPC-A-610 and/or J-STD-001 certification preferred or required depending on role level.

Responsibilities

• Review build documentation including MPIs, assembly drawings, ECOs, and customer requirements before starting work.
• Manually insert through-hole components onto printed circuit boards according to polarity, orientation, and BOM requirements.
• Perform soldering operations using hand tools, wave solder, or selective solder equipment.
• Inspect solder joints and component placement for IPC-A-610 compliance.
• Identify and correct soldering or placement defects; escalate issues to Lead or Engineer.
• Perform basic rework and touch-up on solder joints when needed.
• Complete first-article verification and in-process inspection forms as required.
• Maintain clean, organized work areas and adhere to ESD/MSD handling procedures.
• Record production data and communicate pass-downs and quality updates to supervisors.
• Support other assembly or rework areas as directed by Supervisor, Engineer, or Manager.
• Participate in continuous improvement and 5S initiatives to enhance quality and efficiency.

Skills

Hand soldering

Reading drawings

Polarity knowledge

IPC familiarity

Quality mindset

English fluent

MS Office

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Rocket EMS in Carson City, NV is seeking a Through-Hole Operator on the second shift to hand-place, solder, and inspect PCB assemblies to IPC-A-610 Class 2 and 3 workmanship standards.

You will coordinate with engineering, quality, and production teams to ensure accurate build documentation, maintain clean work areas, and contribute to continuous improvement efforts. The role requires steady hands and strong attention to detail, with fluent English communication.