Solder Reworker

Applies advanced soldering knowledge to perform repetitive assembly rework, re-soldering, removal and replacement of electronic components. Requires ability to perform intricate solder rework and repair using basic and advanced soldering techniques and equipment, including specialized solder reworking systems. Components replaced will include discrete surface mount devices, fine pitch integrated circuits, multi-conductor connectors and BGA type devices.
REQUIREMENTS
include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Follows directions and daily work assignments directed by the supervisor or lead. Based on component designation and failure descriptions, perform the required soldering rework including touch-up, re-flow, removal of components, site preparation, replacement of components and cleanup as required. Re-solder, remove and replace discrete surface mount devices, fine pitch integrated circuits, multi-conductor connectors and BGA type devices. Enter data into computer tracking system
Inspects products to verify conformance to specifications.
Follows company policies, procedures, and safety regulations.
Recommends changes to improve process methods, equipment performance, and quality of product.
Keeps up a neat, clean and organized work area.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, climb, stoop, kneel or crouch. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus. Capable of performing high volume repetitive tasks.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
Preferred candidates will possess soldering certification from an accredited institution or certificate granting industry organization such as IPC-7711, IPC-7712 or J-STD-001. Must possess at least two (2) years directly related experience. Highly preferred candidates will meet the preceding requirements plus have experience using advanced solder rework systems and lead free solders.

Must be familiar with advanced soldering techniques. Must demonstrate skills required to replace a wide variety of components including fine pitch IC’s and connectors, surface mount and BGA components. Must be able to demonstrate expert knowledge in the use of basic soldering tools. Must demonstrate ability to effectively use hand-held, hot air solder reworking tools (aka. Liester, Hakko, etc…)

LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to speak, read (fine print) and write in English. Able to follow verbal and written directions. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively communicate information to other employees of the organization.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

REASONING ABILITY
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Good computer skills, ability to use windows driven software. Must be detailed-oriented and the ability to perform matching, (able to match handset model with replacement parts). Ability to use basic precision tools.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.