Soldering Technician

Eastridge; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Eastridge Workforce Solutions is seeking a Soldering Technician in Mira Mesa, CA, onsite. This entry‑level, contract‑to‑hire role involves building cable assemblies, wire harnesses, and box builds from start to finish, using IPC standards and microscopes.

You will solder PC boards and terminations, perform box builds, and support QA/QMS while learning a wide range of assembly techniques. The schedule is Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–3:30 PM, with weekends off.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of IPC-A-610 / IPC-620 standards. Must be able to use soldering irons, long nose pliers, side cutters, and microscopes, read blueprints, tell wire colors apart, and verify measurements accurately.

Responsibilities

• Solder PC boards, connectors, and wire terminations to IPC workmanship standards, using microscopes for fine detail work.
• Build cable and wire harness assemblies from start to finish, including wire cutting, crimping, stuffing, heat shrink, potting, backshelling, and labeling.
• Use work orders, blueprints, and sample assemblies to complete box builds, kitting, and harness board setups.
• Perform continuity testing and pin extraction to confirm every assembly meets quality requirements.
• Create wire lists and support the Quality Management System (QMS) and continuous improvement projects.

Skills

IPC standards knowledge

Soldering

Blueprint reading

Quality control

Education

High school diploma

J-STD-001 certification

Tools

Soldering irons

Microscopes

Long nose pliers

Side cutters

Job description

Soldering Technician

Job Snapshot

• Location: Mira Mesa, CA | Onsite
• Pay:$20 - $25/hour
• Shift/Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
• Employment Type: Contract-to-Hire
• Work Type: Full-time
• Experience Level: Entry Level
• Duration: Based on performance

Opportunity Summary

Join a precision manufacturer that builds custom cable assemblies, wire harnesses, and box builds for complex electronic and electro-mechanical products. In this role, you'll take assemblies from start to finish and build skills across a wide range of assembly techniques. It's a contract-to-hire opportunity with a clear path to Production Assembler Lead once you're proficient in every task.

Responsibilities

• Solder PC boards, connectors, and wire terminations to IPC workmanship standards, using microscopes for fine detail work.
• Build cable and wire harness assemblies from start to finish, including wire cutting, crimping, stuffing, heat shrink, potting, backshelling, and labeling.
• Use work orders, blueprints, and sample assemblies to complete box builds, kitting, and harness board setups.
• Perform continuity testing and pin extraction to confirm every assembly meets quality requirements.
• Create wire lists and support the Quality Management System (QMS) and continuous improvement projects.

Qualifications

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent experience in a manufacturing environment, plus basic computer skills.
• Knowledge of IPC-A-610 / IPC-620 standards. Must be able to use soldering irons, long nose pliers, side cutters, and microscopes, read blueprints, tell wire colors apart, and verify measurements accurately.
• Able to sit at a workstation for long periods, occasionally lift up to 25 lbs, and do close-vision, detailed hand work.

Preferred

• J-STD-001 certification
• 1–2 years of electro-mechanical assembly experience

Why Join Us

• Contract-to-hire opportunity, with conversion based on performance
• Monday–Friday day schedule with a 7:00 AM start and weekends off
• Advancement path to Production Assembler Lead once you're proficient in all tasks
• Hands-on variety, including soldering, harnessing, box builds, and testing
• $20 - $25/hour pay

Benefits:

Eastridge Workforce Solutions offers the following benefits, subject to applicable eligibility requirements. Use this link https://applicantcenterstorage.blob.core.windows.net/public-documents/EWSb1cb390e-729b-47eb-ab2f-b92adafbdd07-2024EplicaBenefitSummaryTempExternal.pdf to learn more about benefits available to Eastridge’s temporary employees. Due to the varying length(s) of temporary assignments, Eastridge Workforce Solutions’ Temporary Staff are not eligible for paid time off, unless required by applicable state law in which the position is based. However, from time to time Eastridge’s clients may offer additional benefits to Eastridge employees while on assignment. Information about those benefits will be communicated when applicable.

Disclaimer: The compensation and benefits information in this posting represents Eastridge’s good faith and reasonable estimate of what it might pay for this position. Eastridge reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Eastridge Workforce Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity, and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Eastridge Workforce Solutions also prohibits harassment or retaliation of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is our policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Please note that Eastridge is unable to provide visa sponsorship to applicants.

Background Checks:

Certain clients require Eastridge Workforce Solutions to perform background checks. Eastridge will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

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