Temp Solder Operator

OSI Electronics, Inc.; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

OSI Systems, Inc. through its OSI Electronics division invites applications for a Temp Solder Operator in Santa Clara, CA.

The role focuses on hand soldering through-hole and surface-mount components, repairing minor solder defects, and ensuring high-quality assemblies in a controlled manufacturing environment. The position requires 1+ years in soldering or manufacturing, familiarity with PCB assembly, and precision using magnification and torque tools.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required. Relevant work experience may be substituted for a degree.
• 1+ years of experience working in a soldering capacity or manufacturing environment required.
• Working knowledge of soldering, PCB assembly, component identification, and orientation required.
• Ability to use small hand tools and mechanical tools, including torque screwdrivers, cutters, tweezers, pliers, and fixtures required.
• Ability to read and interpret assembly drawings, work instructions, and basic engineering documentation required.
• Must be able to distinguish component markings, values, and polarity and perform detailed work under magnification when required.
• Ability to perform selective soldering operations, identify good and bad solder joints, and determine critical points of assembly required.
• Must have strong manual dexterity, hand-eye coordination, attention to detail, and ability to work with small parts and delicate electronic components.
• Must be able to read, write, and communicate effectively in the business language (English).

Responsibilities

• Hand solder through-hole and surface-mount electronic components, wires, connectors, terminals, and related hardware, including fine-pitch soldering under a microscope or magnification equipment to assemble, touch up, and repair small components and delicate assemblies.
• Perform basic rework, component replacement, and correction of solder defects while visually inspecting solder joints, component placement, and workmanship for quality issues. Maintain department records and related production, quality, and traceability documentation accurately and on time.
• Perform repetitive manufacturing and assembly tasks associated with electronic assemblies, printed circuit boards, cable assemblies, wire assemblies, and related sub-assemblies.
• Follow production routings, work instructions, assembly drawings, bills of material, traveler documentation, and customer or product-specific requirements to complete assigned operations accurately.
• Operator will perform but is not limited to the following duties: apply labels, attach components, apply adhesives, use adjustable torque screw drivers, understand torques required for determined screw/nut sizes.
• Uphold the company’s core values of Integrity, Innovation, Accountability, and Teamwork.
• Demonstrate behavior consistent with the company’s Code of Ethics and Conduct.
• It is the responsibility of every employee to report to their manager or a member of senior management any quality problems or defects in order for corrective action to be implemented and to avoid recurrence of the problem.
• Duties may be modified or assigned at any time to meet the needs of the business.

Skills

Soldering

Manual dexterity

PCB assembly

Reading drawings

English fluency

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Torque drivers

Magnification tools

Hand tools

Measuring tools

Job description

Overview

OSI Systems companies have a long history of developing innovative solutions to bring a better quality of life to the world. Our OSI Electronics (OSIE) division is a diversified manufacturer of electronic devices and value-added manufacturing services.

We provide our customers with the manufacturing capabilities and purchasing power of a global Electronics Manufacturing Services provider. By delivering regional and personalized support best provided by a smaller company, we strive to build lasting relationships and create close and valued partnerships with our customers. Our singular focus is to help security experts, clinical professionals and high-tech developers solve real-world problems and issues.

Altaflex, a division of OSI Electronics, is seeking a Temp Solder Operator. This individual will be responsible for following Altaflex and/or customer documentation to install surface mount and through hole components meeting required standards. Perform any required touch up, remove and replace components and any other type of rework.

Responsibilities

• Hand solder through-hole and surface-mount electronic components, wires, connectors, terminals, and related hardware, including fine-pitch soldering under a microscope or magnification equipment to assemble, touch up, and repair small components and delicate assemblies.


• Perform basic rework, component replacement, and correction of solder defects while visually inspecting solder joints, component placement, and workmanship for quality issues. Maintain department records and related production, quality, and traceability documentation accurately and on time.


• Perform repetitive manufacturing and assembly tasks associated with electronic assemblies, printed circuit boards, cable assemblies, wire assemblies, and related sub-assemblies.


• Follow production routings, work instructions, assembly drawings, bills of material, traveler documentation, and customer or product-specific requirements to complete assigned operations accurately.


• Operator will perform but is not limited to the following duties: apply labels, attach components, apply adhesives, use adjustable torque screw drivers, understand torques required for determined screw/nut sizes.


• Uphold the company’s core values of Integrity, Innovation, Accountability, and Teamwork.


• Demonstrate behavior consistent with the company’s Code of Ethics and Conduct.


• It is the responsibility of every employee to report to their manager or a member of senior management any quality problems or defects in order for corrective action to be implemented and to avoid recurrence of the problem.


• Duties may be modified or assigned at any time to meet the needs of the business.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required. Relevant work experience may be substituted for a degree.


• 1+ years of experience working in a soldering capacity or manufacturing environment required.


• Working knowledge of soldering, PCB assembly, component identification, and orientation required.


• Ability to use small hand tools and mechanical tools, including torque screwdrivers, cutters, tweezers, pliers, and fixtures required.


• Ability to read and interpret assembly drawings, work instructions, and basic engineering documentation required.


• Must be able to distinguish component markings, values, and polarity and perform detailed work under magnification when required.


• Ability to perform selective soldering operations, identify good and bad solder joints, and determine critical points of assembly required.


• Must have strong manual dexterity, hand-eye coordination, attention to detail, and ability to work with small parts and delicate electronic components.


• Must be able to read, write, and communicate effectively in the business language (English).

Pay and Benefits

Pay may range from $22.00 to $24.00 hourly

The pay range above represents annual base salary only. Final compensation will be determined based on factors such as your job level, geographic location, date of hire, experience, job-related knowledge and skills, and education in conjunction with market and business considerations.

Base salary is one component of your total rewards package. You may be eligible for long-term incentives, potential discretionary bonuses, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discounted rate through the Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP). OSI also offers comprehensive benefits including various options for health plans, access to 401(k) retirement plan, health savings account, disability insurance, life insurance, AD&D insurance, leave of absence programs and an array of voluntary benefits. In addition, paid time off is offered to be used for vacation, holidays, bereavement, and jury duty. Full-Time salaried employees are entitled to flexible time-off.

Please review our benefits here: Life at OSI

Equal Opportunity Employer - Disability and Veterans

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OSI Systems, Inc. has three operating divisions: (a) Security, providing security and inspection systems, turnkey security screening solutions and related services; (b) Healthcare, providing patient monitoring, diagnostic cardiology and anesthesia systems; and (c) Optoelectronics and Manufacturing, providing specialized electronic components and electronic manufacturing services for original equipment manufacturers with applications in the defense, aerospace, medical and industrial markets, among others.