Solder Techs/1st & 2nd Shift - Garland, TX

Job: Solder Techs/1st & 2nd Shift

Shift: 1st Shift - 7:00am-3:30pm (OT may be required)

Pay Range: $18 - $25/hr based on experience

Location: Garland, TX 75041

• Solder Technicians (Hand Solder / Rework): We need highly skilled technicians with 2 5 years of hands-on experience for intricate hand soldering, touch-up, and rework of SMT and through-hole components under a microscope. Familiarity with leaded and RoHS solder alloys and IPC J-STD-001 / IPC-A-610 standards is strongly preferred.

We are seeking a highly skilled and precise Solder Technician to join our Printed Circuit Board Assembly (PCBA) team. In this role, you will be responsible for the intricate hand soldering, touch-up, and rework of both surface mount (SMT) and through-hole electronic components. Working closely with our other teams, you will correct identified defects and complete complex manual assemblies, ensuring all boards meet strict AS9100D, ISO 13485, and IPC standards before final inspection.

Benefits
Medical insurance
Pharmacy Benefits

Culture
Our staffing professionals are committed to meeting your individual needs and exceeding your expectations. Experienced top-quality candidates are the result of our extensive screening process, in-depth evaluations, industry-specific testing, and reference checking.

Responsibilities
We have first (7 am - 3:30 pm) and second (3 pm - 11pm) shifts.

Key Responsibilities

• Hand Soldering: Perform high-quality hand soldering of through-hole components, wires, terminals, and complex surface-mount devices (SMD) under a microscope.
• Rework & Touch-up: Receive flagged boards from the AOI/Quality team and perform necessary rework, including component removal, pad preparation, and component replacement using soldering irons and hot-air rework stations.
• Blueprint Interpretation: Read and accurately interpret blueprints, Bill of Materials (BOM), assembly drawings, and specific customer routing instructions.
• Process Compliance: Ensure all soldering work complies with IPC J-STD-001 and IPC-A-610 acceptability standards, utilizing both leaded and RoHS (lead-free) solder alloys correctly.
• Self-Inspection: Visually inspect your own work under magnification to ensure proper solder wetting, fillet shapes, and the absence of bridges, cold joints, or component damage.
• Equipment Maintenance: Maintain soldering equipment, including tip replacement, temperature calibration checks, and general workstation cleanliness (5S).
• Documentation: Accurately sign off on physical traveler documents and update digital ERP/MRP systems to maintain strict lot traceability and production tracking.

Qualifications & Skills

• Experience: Minimum of 2 5 years of hands-on experience in electronic hand soldering and PCBA rework.
• Certifications: Current or recent certification in IPC J-STD-001 (Requirements for Soldered Electrical and Electronic Assemblies) and IPC-A-610 is strongly preferred.
• Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of electronic components, polarity markings, and the difference between leaded and lead-free soldering processes.
• Tool Proficiency: Experience using precision soldering irons, hot air pencils, desoldering tweezers, flux, and solder wick.
• Attention to Detail: Meticulous work ethic with the ability to focus on highly detailed tasks for extended periods.
• Communication: Ability to provide feedback to SMT operators regarding recurring solder issues to help improve the overall manufacturing process.

Requirements
Authorized to work in the US without sponsorship
Accept a background check to be performed
Accept a drug test to be performed
Equal Opportunity Employer
Hire Energy provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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