Soldering Assembler - 1st Shift

El Camino Health; Stafford (CT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career Development

Competitive Compensation

Comprehensive Benefits & PTO

Job summary

TTM Technologies, Inc. is seeking a soldering operator to hand solder electronic components in through-hole and surface mount technology. The role involves operating automated soldering machines, following blueprints, and performing routine maintenance.

High school diploma or GED is required, with 1 year soldering experience preferred. The position supports a team-oriented manufacturing environment with opportunities for training and advancement.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1 year solder experience preferred.
• Willingness to work in a manufacturing environment.
• Good reading and interpreting of blueprints and schematics.

Responsibilities

• Hand solder electronic components in through‑hole and surface mount technology to Military Standards.
• Set up and operate automated soldering equipment.
• Adjust automated soldering equipment for proper operation.
• Check circuit boards in process for defects and solder quality.
• Perform regular preventative machine maintenance and keep a clean workspace.

Skills

Soldering

Electronic components

Reading blueprints

English communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Manufacturing: 1 Year

Job description

TTM Technologies, Inc. – Publicly Traded US Company, NASDAQ (TTMI) – Top-5 Global Printed Circuit Board Manufacturer

About TTM

TTM Technologies, Inc. is a leading global manufacturer of technology products, including mission systems, radio frequency(“RF”) components, RF microwave/microelectronic assemblies, and technologically advanced printed circuit boards(“PCB”s). TTM stands for time-to-market, representing how TTM's time-critical, one-stop design, engineering and manufacturing services enable customers to reduce the time required to develop new products and bring them to market. Additional information can be found at www.ttm.com

We’re always looking for talented individuals to join our team. Whether you’re an experienced manufacturing professional or just starting your career, TTM offers a supportive workplace where all skillsets can thrive.

Why Join Us?

At TTM, we believe in offering our employees an environment where they can make a real impact on the work we do. Here’s a look at what we provide our employees to set them up for success.

• Career Development: We invest in your growth – our Operator Advancement Program supports your goals. We provide operators and assemblers at all levels the opportunity to certify their skills and build their career with us up to 3 times a year by applying to the OAP program. TTM promoted 68% of applicants in the program’s first year!
• Competitive Compensation: We offer a competitive package that reflects your skills and experience along with annual compensation reviews to ensure your growth is aligned with your performance and market trends.
• Comprehensive Benefits and PTO: Including health, dental, and vision insurance to keep you at your best. Enjoy 10 paid holidays and 3 weeks of paid time off annually to recharge.

Scope

Under limited supervision, this position is responsible for hand soldering, along with set‑up and operation of automated soldering machine used in soldering of printed circuit boards. Assignments are semi‑routine in nature. Follows verbal and written instructions including blueprints, subassembly layouts. May use hand tools, set up, adjust and operate automatic or semi‑automatic machines. Conducts regular preventative machine maintenance.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Hand Solder electronic components in through‑hole and surface mount technology to Military Standards.
• Sets up and operates automated soldering equipment.
• Adjusts automated soldering equipment.
• Checks circuit boards in process for pin holes, insufficient solder, excess solder and leaners.
• Adds solder as needed.
• Adjusts temperature and pressure controls for proper operation.
• Perform specialized testing of products.
• Technical school training preferred.
• Good mechanical skills and understanding of basic forms of digital and analog circuitry.
• Conducts regular preventative machine maintenance.
• Accomplish all job related paperwork in the most accurate, timely and ethical manner.
• Communicates regularly to supervisors/managers, suggests procedural changes.
• Attends meetings, communicates regularly with managers and supervisors, attends special training, maintains a clean, safe work environment and communicates to supervisors safety hazards and issues.
• All other assigned duties as required within the production organization.
• Regular attendance is an essential function of this job.

Note: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees, and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.

Essential Knowledge and Skills

• Technical degree or equivalent experience in an electronics testing environment desired.
• Demonstrated mechanical/repair skills (intermediate).
• Ability to communicate in English language clearly both written and verbal; good interpersonal skills required.
• Computer skills: good skills with ability to navigate in a windows environment.
• Math skills: ability to perform basic mathematical computations.
• Skilled in evaluating test and production data; good problem solving skills.
• Must be able to read and understand blueprints.
• Willingness and ability to work in a team environment, assist other departments when workloads demand it, and effectively work with all levels of the organization.
• Participates in department and/or company-wide improvement initiatives.
• Willing and able to be trained to take on additional responsibility.
• Willing and able to be trained to work successfully on higher sophisticated/complex machinery safely.
• Willing and able to be trained to work successfully with technology specific chemicals safely.
• Work up to 10 hours a day, 5 days a week and is flexible to work weekends.
• Ability to lift up to 30lbs and exercise extreme physical mobility.
• Good reading vision: ability to sit/stand for up to 10 hours.
• Ability to pass eye exam with a minimum 20/20 vision that may be corrected via eyeglasses or contact lenses as required. Eye exam is required annually.
• Due to ITAR requirements, applicants must be a U.S. Citizen or a Permanent Resident.

Education and Experience

High School Diploma or GED

Required Experience: Solder Experience: 1 Year

Preferred Experience: Manufacturing: 1 Year

Compensation and Benefits

TTM offers a variety of health and well-being benefit programs. Benefit options include medical, dental, vision, 401K, Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings Account, accident benefits, life insurance, disability benefits, paid vacation & holidays. Benefits are available 1st of the month following date of hire.

Compensation for roles at TTM Technologies varies depending on a wide array of factors including but not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set and level of experience. As required by local law, TTM provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired in New York, California and Colorado. For California-based roles, compensation ranges are based upon specific physical locations.

Export Statement

Must comply with TTM Export Control Policies and Procedures and all applicable laws including ITAR, EAR and OFAC including but not limited to: a) being able to identify ITAR product on the manufacturing floor and understand that access to these products and related technical data is restricted to only US Citizens and US Permanent Residents; b) recognition of Foreign Person visitors by badge differentiation; c) understand and follow authorization procedures for bringing foreign visitors into facilities (VAL); d) understand the Export and ITAR requirements for shipments leaving the US; e) manage vendor approvals for ITAR manufacturing and services.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability or protected veteran status. TTM is always looking for top talent.

Please let us know about yourself and we will connect with you about future opportunities.

TTM Technologies, Inc. is a leading global manufacturer of technology products, including mission systems, radio frequency(“RF”) components, RF microwave/microelectronic assemblies, and technologically advanced interconnect products, including PCBs and substrates. TTM stands for time-to-market, representing how TTM's time-critical, one‑stop design, engineering and manufacturing services enable customers to reduce the time required to develop new products and bring them to market. Additional information can be found at www.ttm.com.