Solderer Assembler

Aerotek; Burnsville (MN); On-site; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off / PTO

Job summary

Aerotek in Burnsville, MN seeks a Solderer Assembler to precisely hand-assemble and solder disposable medical devices in a cleanroom, under a microscope, for small circuit boards and catheter-related sub-assemblies.

You will work with engineering and operations, learning specific processes and safety standards, with shift flexibility and a contract-to-hire path.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of soldering experience, including fine work on small components.
• At least 1 year of hand assembly experience, preferably with small parts.
• Catheter assembly experience, including catheter shafts and related components.

Responsibilities

• Assemble medical stents, catheters, catheter shafts, and sub-assemblies in a cleanroom under a microscope.
• Perform precise hand soldering of tiny components, including SMD, onto circuits and boards.
• Use tweezers and hand tools to complete intricate assemblies on disposable medical devices.
• Follow J-standard and cleanroom procedures to ensure product quality and compliance.
• Communicate with engineering/operations to clarify requirements and support process improvements.
• Participate in training with a small team on assembly processes and production workflows.
• Maintain high visual accuracy and attention to detail under close visual distances.

Skills

Soldering

Hand assembly

Catheter assembly

Microscope work

Cleanroom procedures

SMD soldering

J-standard

English instructions

Job description

Job Title: Solderer Assembler

This role focuses on the precise hand assembly and soldering of disposable medical devices in a cleanroom environment. You will work under a microscope for most of the day, soldering and assembling small circuit boards and capacitors onto medical stents and catheters, with particular emphasis on catheter shafts and related sub-assemblies. Using small tweezers and hand tools, you will perform delicate work on fine circuits and tiny components while collaborating closely with engineering and operations teams.

Responsibilities

• Assemble medical stents, catheters, catheter shafts, and related sub-assemblies in a cleanroom environment under a microscope.
• Perform precise hand soldering of tiny components, including surface-mount devices (SMD), onto fine circuits and small circuit boards.
• Use small tweezers, hand tools, and bonding techniques to complete intricate assemblies on disposable medical devices.
• Follow established J-standard and cleanroom procedures to ensure product quality, consistency, and compliance with medical device requirements.
• Communicate frequently with engineering and operations teams to clarify assembly requirements, provide feedback, and support process improvements.
• Participate in training with a small team to learn specific assembly processes, cleanroom protocols, and production workflows.
• Maintain a high level of visual accuracy and attention to detail when working at close distances under a microscope.
• Adhere to safety, quality, and documentation standards throughout all assembly and soldering activities.
• Support production goals by working efficiently within scheduled shifts while maintaining the precision required for medical devices.

Essential Skills

• At least 1 year of soldering experience, including fine and detailed work on small components.
• At least 1 year of hand assembly experience, ideally involving small parts and precision work.
• Catheter assembly experience, with hands-on work on catheter shafts and related components.
• Ability to work effectively under a microscope for extended periods and maintain consistent accuracy.
• Experience with cleanroom procedures and the ability to gown and work in a controlled environment.
• Familiarity with thru-hole and surface-mount (SMD) soldering techniques.
• Understanding of J-standard guidelines for soldering quality and workmanship.
• Ability to read and comprehend English instructions, work orders, and technical documentation.
• Strong manual dexterity and fine motor skills for handling tiny components with tweezers and hand tools.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• At least 1 year of bonding experience is highly preferred.
• At least 1 year of catheter experience is preferred beyond basic exposure.
• At least 1 year of experience working under a microscope is preferred.
• IPC soldering certification is highly desirable, especially with cleanroom soldering experience.
• Interest in leadership development and the potential to build supervisory skills over time.
• Ability to identify colors and maintain clarity of vision at approximately 20 inches or less.
• Comfort working with very light forces on delicate components in a precision manufacturing setting.

Why Work Here?

You will have the opportunity to grow into research and development-focused work while learning cutting-edge medical device manufacturing processes. As you advance and take on more complex responsibilities, you can earn promotions and increased compensation. The environment supports skill development, career progression, and exposure to innovative technologies, offering a clear path for professional growth.

Work Environment

Work takes place in a 1000-level cleanroom with climate-controlled conditions, where you will gown up according to cleanroom protocols before entering the production area. You will spend most of your time working under a microscope at close visual distances on delicate components, using small tweezers and hand tools. Initial training occurs with a small team on a 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. shift, after which there is flexibility to change shifts. Regular production hours can include a 5:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. schedule Monday through Thursday. The environment emphasizes cleanliness, precision, and adherence to safety and quality standards.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Burnsville, MN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $24.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 13, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Burnsville,MN.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.