Rework Soldering Specialist

The Rework Soldering Specialist is responsible for the removal and installation of components on various assemblies, including thru-hole and SMT circuit boards.

• Support test technicians, manufacturing, and engineering by removing and installing components on various assemblies.
• Repair and replace traces, pads, thru-hole barrels, and damage to the PCB substrate in accordance with IPC-7711/7721.
• Hand solder Thru-Hole and SMD components and/or wires to circuit boards according to work instructions and/or prints.
• Clean PCBs as needed.
• Assess product revision history and assembly documentation.
• Inspect work to IPC-A-610 and IPC-7711/7721 acceptance criteria.
• Ability to use all types of soldering, desoldering, preheaters, hot air, and semi-automated BGA rework equipment.
• Document repair information as required.
• Ability to process customer returns via Altek policy and procedure.
• Completes rework on time while maintaining a steady flow of work.
• Actively participates in quality initiatives by participating in problem-solving, process improvements, and performance measurements.
• Responsible for understanding and following company and/or manufacturing guidelines/procedures.
• Responsible for product quality as defined by internal and external customers, work instructions, specifications, and procedures.
• Responsible for following established safety rules and 6S.

• Good eyesight and eye/hand coordination.
• Ability to read and understand assembly prints.
• Ability to solder surface mount and thru-hole components.
• Ability to solder fine-pitched parts, place, and remove (e.g., QFP, gull-wing leads).
• Ability to solder using a microscope.
• Basic computer skills, such as Microsoft Office.
• Ability to work with extremely small parts.
• Ability to work in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work in a team environment with minimal supervision.

• Must have a high school diploma, GED, or other equivalent experience.
• Previous thru-hole and surface mount soldering experience or training.
• J-Std, IPC-7711/7721, IPC-610, and/or other IPC certifications a plus. Must be able to obtain such certifications through our in-house training program.

Contacts are primarily with immediate Lead, Supervisor, and others in employee's home area.

• Lifting of materials and product up to 35 pounds individually and up to 100 pounds with help.
• Sitting for up to 8 hours per day.

Altek has a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical Plans with company HSA contributions.
• Dental.
• Vision – employee coverage paid by employer.
• Employer-paid Life up to $50,000.
• Options for additional life.
• Critical Illness & Personal Accident plans.
• 401k plan with up to 4% company match.

Altek Electronics, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer. Applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, age, sex, marital status, national origin, veteran status, sexual orientation, or the presence of a non-job-related medical condition, disability, or handicap, however, current openings may involve ITAR restricted hiring practices, and all applicants must be aware of this requirement and are encouraged to consult the latest ITAR regulations regarding restrictions that may apply.