Through-Hole PCB Operator: Precision Solder & Quality

Rocket EMS; Carson City (NV); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Medical, dental, vision, and life保险

Paid time off and holidays

Opportunities for advancement

Job summary

Rocket EMS in Carson City, NV, is seeking a Through-Hole Operator to hand-place, solder, and inspect PCB assemblies to IPC-A-610 Class 2/3 quality standards. You'll collaborate with engineering, quality, and production to produce boards that meet customer specs in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires at least 2 years of through-hole or hand-solder experience, high school diploma, and IPC/J-STD certifications where applicable. The shift is 8 hours with overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Minimum 2 years in through-hole assembly or hand soldering.
• IPC-A-610 and/or J-STD-001 certification preferred or required depending on role level.
• Strong soldering ability for leaded and lead-free assemblies.
• Ability to read assembly drawings, schematics, and BOMs.
• Understanding of polarity, component identification, and color codes.
• Familiarity with selective and wave soldering processes.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Basic computer literacy (MS Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Clear communication in English, both verbal and written.

Responsibilities

• Review build documentation including MPIs, assembly drawings, ECOs, and customer requirements before starting work.
• Manually insert through-hole components onto printed circuit boards according to polarity, orientation, and bill of materials (BOM) requirements.
• Perform soldering operations using hand soldering tools, wave solder, or selective solder equipment.
• Inspect solder joints and component placement for compliance with IPC-A-610 workmanship standards.
• Identify and correct soldering or placement defects; elevate systemic or recurring issues to the Lead or Engineer.
• Perform basic rework and touch-up on solder joints when needed.
• Complete first-article verification and in-process inspection forms as required.
• Maintain clean, organized work areas and adhere to all ESD and MSD handling procedures.
• Record production data and communicate pass-downs and quality updates to supervisors.
• Support other assembly or rework areas as directed by Supervisor, Engineer, or Manager.
• Participate in continuous improvement and 5S initiatives to enhance quality and efficiency.

Skills

Soldering

Reading drawings & BOMs

Attention to detail

English communication

Basic computer literacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

IPC-A-610 certification

J-STD-001 certification

Tools

MS Office (Excel/Word/Outlook)

Wave soldering

Job description

Rocket EMS in Carson City, NV, is seeking a Through-Hole Operator to hand-place, solder, and inspect PCB assemblies to IPC-A-610 Class 2/3 quality standards. You'll collaborate with engineering, quality, and production to produce boards that meet customer specs in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires at least 2 years of through-hole or hand-solder experience, high school diploma, and IPC/J-STD certifications where applicable. The shift is 8 hours with overtime as needed.