Through-Hole PCB Operator - Second Shift, Great Benefits

Rocket-Ems; Carson City (NV); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; 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 in a …

Job summary

Rocket EMS in Carson City, NV is seeking a Through-Hole Operator for the second shift to hand-place, solder, and inspect PCB assemblies. You will follow build documentation and ensure IPC-A-610 Class 2/3 workmanship standards are met in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities include reviewing MPI and drawings, inserting through-hole components, performing soldering, inspecting joints, documenting results, and supporting continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in through-hole assembly or hand soldering.
• IPC-A-610 and/or J-STD-001 certification preferred or required depending on role level.
• Ability to read assembly drawings, schematics, and BOMs.
• Strong soldering ability for leaded and lead-free assemblies.
• Clear communication in English, both verbal and written.

Responsibilities

• Review build documentation before starting work.
• Manually insert through-hole components onto PCB according to polarity and BOM requirements.
• Perform soldering using hand tools, wave solder, or selective solder equipment.
• Inspect solder joints and component placement for IPC-A-610 workmanship standards.
• Identify and correct soldering or placement defects; escalate issues to 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 ESD/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.

Job description

Rocket EMS in Carson City, NV is seeking a Through-Hole Operator for the second shift to hand-place, solder, and inspect PCB assemblies. You will follow build documentation and ensure IPC-A-610 Class 2/3 workmanship standards are met in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities include reviewing MPI and drawings, inserting through-hole components, performing soldering, inspecting joints, documenting results, and supporting continuous improvement.