Soldering Technician

Manpower, Inc.; Irwin (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Prescription Drug Plans

Supplemental Life Insurance

Short Term Disability Insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Manpower, Inc. in Irwin, PA is seeking a Soldering Technician to support the assembly process through manual assembly, testing, and precision hand-soldering of electrical and mechanical components. The role requires reading blueprints and schematics to ensure quality and proper assembly.

This position emphasizes safety and lean practices, with a 6am–3pm shift Mon-Thu and a 4-hour day on Friday, offering hands-on soldering and manufacturing experience in a team environment.

Qualifications

• Experience performing hand-soldering on electromechanical components.
• Ability to read blueprints and schematics.
• Strong quality mindset with defect rework capability.
• Comfort with safety and lean processes (5S).

Responsibilities

• Perform manual assembly, testing, and precision hand-soldering of electrical and mechanical components.
• Execute hand-soldering for through-hole and SMT on electromechanical parts.
• Read and interpret blueprints, wiring diagrams, and schematics.
• Inspect assemblies for cosmetics, tolerances, and test parameters; rework defects as needed.
• Support lean manufacturing and 5S, safety protocols, and continuous productivity improvements.

Skills

Hand soldering

Blueprints reading

Quality mindset

Lean manufacturing

Safety protocols

Job description

Our clientis seeking a Soldering Technician to join their team. As a Soldering Technician, you will be part of the Assembly departmentsupporting the assembly process. The ideal candidate will have a strong attention to detail, a commitment to safety and quality, and the ability to read and follow technical instructions, which will align successfully in the organization.

Location: Irwin, PA

Pay Range: $19.50/hr

Shift: 6am to 3pm Monday to Thursday and 4hr day on Friday

What's the Job?

• Perform manual assembly, testing, and precision hand-soldering of electrical and mechanical components in a manufacturing or repair environment.
• Execute fine or standard hand-soldering for through-hole and surface-mount/SMT applications on electromechanical parts, switch assemblies, or wiring harnesses.
• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering orders, wiring diagrams, and electronic schematics from system to component level.
• Inspect assemblies for proper cosmetics, dimensional tolerances, and test parameters; identify and rework defects based on test data.
• Support lean manufacturing by participating in 5S, safety protocols, and continuous productivity improvements.

What's Needed?

• Experience performing hand-soldering on electromechanical components, including through-hole and/or surface-mount/SMT work.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documentation such as blueprints, wiring diagrams, and electronic schematics.
• Strong quality mindset with the ability to inspect assemblies and rework defects based on test results.
• Comfort working in a manufacturing or repair setting while following safety and lean processes (including 5S).
• May require division-specific certifications, such as specialized operator or formal soldering certification (e.g., IPC standards).

What's in it for me?

• Work in a hands-on role where precision and craftsmanship directly impact product quality.
• Be part of a team focused on lean manufacturing, safety, and continuous improvement.
• Develop and apply technical skills in soldering, assembly, and testing.
• Contribute to meeting strict customer and industry quality standards.
• Opportunity to support production with consistent, structured shift hours.

Upon completion of waiting period associates are eligible for:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k)