Wave Solder Technician for Precision PCB Assembly

Flex; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Flex is seeking a manufacturing operator in Austin, TX to set up and run a wave solder machine, adjust speed and temperature, and ensure smooth production. You will monitor inputs, load materials, and align product variations to keep lines flowing efficiently.

Responsibilities include troubleshooting machine faults, performing preventative maintenance, operating auxiliary equipment, and entering data into the shop floor control system.

Qualifications

• Experience operating a wave solder machine.
• Ability to adjust speed and temperature for varying products.
• Capable of basic maintenance and fault troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Sets up and operates a wave solder machine.
• Operates finger cleaner pump, conveyor and IR pre-heaters.
• Troubleshoots problem areas.
• Runs product.
• Provides preventative and daily /weekly maintenance.
• Operates all machine functions, e.g. fluxer, hot air knife, conveyor and pre-heaters.
• Identifies defects and enters data to shop floor control system.
• May clean dross out of solder pot.

Skills

Wave soldering

Machine setup and operation

Troubleshooting

Quality inspection

Data entry to shop floor control

Tools

Shop floor control system

Job description

Flex is seeking a manufacturing operator in Austin, TX to set up and run a wave solder machine, adjust speed and temperature, and ensure smooth production. You will monitor inputs, load materials, and align product variations to keep lines flowing efficiently.

Responsibilities include troubleshooting machine faults, performing preventative maintenance, operating auxiliary equipment, and entering data into the shop floor control system.