Selective Solder Machine Operator

Parpro Technologies, Inc.; California; On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Parpro Technologies, Inc. in Southern California seeks a Selective Solder Machine Operator to set up, operate, program, and maintain selective soldering equipment for through-hole PCB assemblies, ensuring IPC compliance and safe operation.

You will load PCBs, adjust solder levels and temperatures, monitor quality, troubleshoot issues, and keep workstations clean and ESd-safe. Requires 1 year of selective soldering experience and ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience operating selective soldering machines.
• Knowledge of IPC-A-610 standards preferred.
• Experience with basic hand tools.
• Basic computer skills.
• Safety-conscious work habits.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Flexibility to work modified hours as required.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and perform basic maintenance on selective solder machines.
• Program and adjust machine settings, including solder levels, temperatures, and flux application.
• Load PCBs, monitor solder quality, and troubleshoot process issues.
• Interpret assembly instructions, schematics, and diagrams for correct component placement.
• Verify finished assemblies to IPC quality standards.
• Maintain equipment through routine cleaning and preventive maintenance.
• Keep work areas clean and compliant with ESD and safety requirements.

Skills

Selective soldering

PCB assembly

IPC standards

Quality inspection

Reading schematics

Attention to detail

Tools

Soldering machine

Calipers

Multimeter

Job description

Job Description

For over 45 years, a leading Southern California Electronic Manufacturing Service (EMS) company, whose services include PCB assembly, electro-mechanical assembly and systems integration has been providing manufacturing services to the industrial, medical, aerospace, defense, and automotive markets. The Company has an excellent Through-Hole Hand Soldering Assembler opportunity due to exceptional growth over the past two years.

Position Overview:
The Selective Solder Machine Operator is responsible for setting up, operating, programming, monitoring, and maintaining selective soldering equipment used to solder through-hole components onto printed circuit boards (PCBs). The role ensures product quality, compliance with IPC standards, and safe operation of equipment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Set up, operate, and perform basic maintenance on selective solder machines.
• Program and adjust machine settings, including solder levels, temperatures, and flux application.
• Load PCBs, monitor solder quality, and troubleshoot process issues.
• Interpret assembly instructions, schematics, and diagrams for correct component placement.
• verify finished assemblies to IPC quality standards.
• Maintain equipment through routine cleaning and preventive maintenance.
• Keep work areas clean and compliant with ESD and safety requirements.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 1 year of experience operating Selective Soldering Machines.
• Knowledge of IPC-A-610 standards preferred.
• Experience with basic hand tools.
• Basic computer skills.
• Safety-conscious work habits.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Flexibility to work modified hours as required.

Key Skills:

• Selective solder machine operation and setup
• PCB assembly and soldering processes
• Quality inspection and defect repair
• Equipment maintenance and troubleshooting
• Reading schematics and assembly documentation
• Attention to detail and adherence to quality standards

For over 45 years, a leading Southern California Electronic Manufacturing Service (EMS) company, whose services include PCB assembly, electro-mechanical assembly and systems integration has been providing manufacturing services to the industrial, medical, aerospace, defense, and automotive markets. The Company has an excellent Through-Hole Hand Soldering Assembler opportunity due to exceptional growth over the past two years.