Touch-Up Rework Operator (Day Shift)

Unigen Corporation; Newark (CA); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Unigen Corporation in Newark, California is seeking a Touch-up Rework Operator (Day). This onsite manufacturing role performs touch-up rework tasks for SMT and through-hole components under IPC-A-610 and MPI guidelines, reporting to the Production Supervisor.

Responsibilities include hand soldering, removing/installing components, cleaning PCBs, and following ECOs and process deviations. Candidates should have 1–3 years of manufacturing experience and knowledge of ESD and safety practices.

Qualifications

• Prior on the job 1–3 years or more practical manufacturing experience
• Knowledge of ESD, board handling, and safety practices including PPE
• Knowledge of components and their polarity (resistors, capacitors)
• Knowledge of IPC-610 and J-STD-001 soldering standards
• Knowledge of latest revision-class 3 workmanship criteria is a plus

Responsibilities

• Hand solder and touch-up rework for SMT and through-hole components and jumper wires
• Remove/install components per IPC-A-610
• Touch up solder joints and trim leads
• Clean PCBs and workpieces using chemicals, files, wire brush
• Perform rework per ECO, Process Deviation and MPI instructions using solder/flux
• Install and hand solder 2nd ops and SMT parts per MPI and deviations
• Check results against standards and report issues to Production Leader
• Assist in cross-training and share best practices

Skills

Manufacturing experience

ESD awareness

Safety PPE familiarity

IPC-610 knowledge

J-STD-001 soldering

Job description

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Touch-Up Rework Operator (Day Shift)

Temporary Manual Labor Newark, CA, US

Salary Range: $20.00 To $24.00 Hourly

About Unigen
Unigen is a global technology company providing innovative electronics manufacturing and product solutions to customers across diverse industries. With decades of industry experience and operations in key global markets, we combine engineering expertise, advanced manufacturing capabilities, and responsive customer service to deliver reliable, high-quality solutions—from product development through production and fulfillment.

Location and Work Arrangement
This position is based in Newark, California and is onsite.

Benefits

• medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) plan
• paid time off
• paid holidays
• professional development opportunities

Benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and applicable plan terms.

Job Title: Touch-up Rework Operator (Day)
Location: Newark
Job Function: Manufacturing

Job Overview: Responsible for touch-up rework tasks related to SMT operations. Reports to Production Supervisor.

Primary Job Responsibilities:

• Hand solder & Touch-up Rework for SMT (Surface Mount Technology) & Through-hole components and Jumper wire,
• Remove/install components as per IPC-A-610,
• Touch up solder joints & trimming leads,
• Clean PCBs (Print Circuit Board), cleans workpieces, using chemical solutions, files, wire brush,
• Perform rework based on the ECO, Process Deviation, and MPI instruction using a specific type of solder or Flux (Leaded/RoHS clean or no clean process),
• Install and hand solder all 2nd ops. & SMT parts/components as required per MPI, deviation, and unique rework processes.

2. Execute written/verbal instructions given by supervisor and monitor efficiency and quality of assigned routine tasks:

• Check and inspect task results against predetermined standards,
• Communicate all issues found during hand soldering to the Production Leader.

3. Provide team support:

• Demonstrate work methods to new hires,
• Share best practices, assist in minor troubleshooting,
• Actively participate in cross-training.

Job Qualifications:

• Prior on the job 1-3 years or more practical manufacturing experience,
• User knowledge of ESD, Board handling, and Safety Practices including Personal Protective Equipment,
• User knowledge of components and their polarity, including resistors and capacitors,
• User knowledge of IPC-610 and J-STD-001 Soldering Standards,
• User Knowledge of latest revision-class 3 workmanship criteria is a plus.