O2 Employment Services is working with a local scientific equipment manufacturing company to find their next Soldering Technician. This is a full-time, long-term position located in Redding, CA.
Benefits of the Soldering Technician
- $16.52 – 23.74/hour Depending on Experience, with review after the probationary period
- Full-time, daytime hours – 6:00am to 2:30pm
- Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
- Sick days
- 401K
Requirements of the Soldering Technician
- Must have experience soldering
- Experience with circuit boards preferred
- High school diploma required, with related college coursework, trade school, or training. Associate's degree in a related field preferred.
- For associate/entry level – 1 year of experience in instrument/equipment assembly is required. For experienced level – 2-3 years of experience in equipment, instrument or electronics assembly is required.
- Must be mechanically inclined and experienced in the use of a variety of hand tools, power tools, and electrical tools. Good eye-hand coordination and dexterity.
- Ability to read and understand schematics and engineering drawings. Must be able to read and follow schematics and engineering drawings.
- Basic understanding of the use of test and measurement equipment such as light microscopes, calipers, micrometers, volt meters and related equipment.
- Experience with PCB (printed circuit board) assembly and components is preferred.
- General soldering experience and aptitude. Experience soldering wiring harnesses or assemblies is preferred.
- Must have basic knowledge of electrical components, such as IC, regulators, resistors, capacitors, transistors, diodes and relay.
- Basic use of Microsoft Windows 7 operating system and use of Adobe Acrobat Reader.
- Ability to read and follow work instructions and inspect work for quality control on each completed project.
- Must be able to learn new things quickly. Must have excellent attention to detail, problem diagnosis and solving skills, and high level of accuracy in work product.
- Must be self-motivated to work well independently, as well as work well on a team, organize and prioritize responsibly, handle multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and keep up with production workload.
- Must have good interpersonal and communication skills, and be able to work well with others.
- Ability to speak, write, and communicate in the English language fluently is required.
- Must have strong reading, writing, spelling, grammar, and math skills.
- Must have a strong attendance record and work ethic, and maintain a positive attitude at all times
- Must be able to sit for long periods of time, continuously use arms, hands and fingers to manipulate parts and put together assemblies. Frequent standing, bending, walking. Must have good vision. Must be able to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 30 pounds occasionally.
Responsibilities of the Soldering Technician
- Pull required materials from the stockroom to complete a job and report any shortages or damaged materials.
- Pull job-related Work Instructions.
- Read and follow schematics and engineering drawings.
- Assemble and test instruments, sub-assemblies and small tools. Includes basic electrical and mechanical assembly.
- Experienced level will build PCBs or PCB components.
- Verify that all fixtures and tooling are properly identified.
- Work with management to identify any damaged fixtures and/or tooling needing repair or replacement.
- Verify that all work has been completed correctly and meets Engineering and Quality standards.
- Recommend new tooling and equipment to improve efficiency.
- Work in a manner that conforms to safety standards used at the company regarding mechanical and electrical assembly and troubleshooting around related equipment. Report any safety issues to the Production Supervisor or Director of Manufacturing.
- Print product labels and manuals, and assemble product manuals.
- QC co-workers jobs when applicable.
- Follow safe manufacturing practices such as use of eye protection, hearing protection, good shock prevention practices and interchange work to avoid repetitive stress injuries.
- Other duties as assigned which may become essential to the position.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
O2 Employment Services is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs to perform the essential functions of the position.