Hand Solder Operator- 2nd Shift

About the role

We are growing and seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Circuit Board Hand Solderer to join our manufacturing team! The ideal candidate will be responsible for precisely assembling and soldering electronic components onto printed circuit boards (PCBs) to meet quality standards for our high-tech products. This role requires meticulous attention to detail and a steady hand to ensure every connection is strong and reliable.

Responsibilities

• Build through-hole (PTH) and surface mount (SMT) printed circuit board assemblies, placing components on boards per controlled parts lists, drawing documentation and quality workmanship guidelines.
• Manually assemble electronic components onto printed circuit boards according to manufacturing instructions and schematics.
• Precisely solder components, wires, and other parts to circuit boards, ensuring strong electrical and mechanical connections.
• Conduct quality inspections of soldered boards for defects, such as bad joints, bridging, or component placement errors.
• Perform minor rework and repairs on circuit boards as needed.
• Pull up documentation required to preform work on customer assemblies.
• Operate a variety of equipment as needed to fulfill customer requirements.
• Responsible for the proper handling of product and components.
• Responsible for the proper handling and management of hazardous waste generated in their work area.
• Maintain necessary records.
• Perform other assignments as required.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in hand soldering electronic components onto circuit boards.
• Excellent hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.
• Strong attention to detail and focus on quality.
• Knowledge of electrostatic discharge (ESD) precautions.
• Proficiency with soldering irons, and other hand soldering tools.
• Ability to read and interpret manufacturing instructions, schematics, and diagrams.
• Familiarity with electronic components (capacitors, resistors, transistors, etc.) and their proper handling.
• Experience with different types of solder and flux.
• Intermediate level computer skills.
• (Optional) IPC Certifications (e.g., IPC-A-610 and J-STD-001).

Physical Demands

• Lift / Carry: Stand – N/A 10 lbs or less - Continuously Walk – N/A 11-20 lbs - Occasionally Sit – Continuously 21-50 lbs - Occasionally Climb – N/A 51-100 lbs - N/A Crawl – N/A 100 lbs - N/A Squat or Kneel – Occasionally 10 lbs or less - Continuously Reach Outward – Occasionally 10-20 lbs - Occasionally Reach Above Shoulder – Occasionally 20-50 lbs - Occasionally Drive – N/A 50-100 lbs - N/A Over 100 lbs - N/A N/A (Not Applicable) - Activity is not applicable to this occupation. Occasionally - Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (.25 - 2.5 hrs/day). Frequently - Occupation requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5 hrs/day). Continuously - Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day).

Job Summary & Essential Functions

Build through-hole (PTH) and surface mount (SMT) printed circuit board assemblies, placing components on boards per controlled parts lists, drawing documentation and quality workmanship guidelines. Manually assemble electronic components onto printed circuit boards according to manufacturing instructions and schematics. Precisely solder components, wires, and other parts to circuit boards, ensuring strong electrical and mechanical connections. Conduct quality inspections of soldered boards for defects, such as bad joints, bridging, or component placement errors. Perform minor rework and repairs on circuit boards as needed. Pull up documentation required to preform work on customer assemblies. Operate a variety of equipment as needed to fulfill customer requirements. Responsible for the proper handling of product and components. Responsible for the proper handling and management of hazardous waste generated in their work area. Maintain necessary records. Perform other assignments as required.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Proven experience in hand soldering electronic components onto circuit boards.
• Excellent hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.
• Strong attention to detail and focus on quality.
• Knowledge of electrostatic discharge (ESD) precautions.
• Proficiency with soldering irons, and other hand soldering tools.
• Ability to read and interpret manufacturing instructions, schematics, and diagrams.
• Familiarity with electronic components (capacitors, resistors, transistors, etc.) and their proper handling.
• Experience with different types of solder and flux.
• Intermediate level computer skills.
• (Optional) IPC Certifications (e.g., IPC-A-610 and J-STD-001).

Physical Demands

• Lift / Carry: Stand – N/A 10 lbs or less - Continuously Walk – N/A 11-20 lbs - Occasionally Sit – Continuously 21-50 lbs - Occasionally Climb – N/A 51-100 lbs - N/A Crawl – N/A 100 lbs - N/A Squat or Kneel – Occasionally 10 lbs or less - Continuously Reach Outward – Occasionally 10-20 lbs - Occasionally Reach Above Shoulder – Occasionally 20-50 lbs - Occasionally Drive – N/A 50-100 lbs - N/A Over 100 lbs - N/A N/A (Not Applicable) - Activity is not applicable to this occupation. Occasionally - Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (.25 - 2.5 hrs/day). Frequently - Occupation requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5 hrs/day). Continuously - Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day).

Why Ducommun?

• Excellent company culture – as recognized by Newsweek’s Top 100 Most Loved Workplaces
• Clean and climate controlled working environment
• Opportunity for career growth
• Great benefits including paid vacation and sick time, 401 (K) match, Employee Stock Purchase Program, annual bonus plan, and tuition reimbursement