Hand Solder Operator- 1st Shift

Ducommun•Tulsa, OK

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Ducommun is seeking a skilled, detail-oriented Hand Solder Operator to join its manufacturing team at its Tulsa, Oklahoma facility, which manufactures circuit boards for the aerospace and defense industries. The role involves assembling and soldering surface-mount and through-hole components onto printed circuit boards, following controlled parts lists, manufacturing instructions, schematics, drawings, and quality guidelines. The operator inspects assemblies, performs minor rework and repairs, handles products and components properly, maintains records, and manages hazardous waste generated in the work area. The position is on the first shift, Monday through Thursday, from 5:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., and involves work with minimal supervision. Ducommun describes itself as a global provider of manufacturing solutions for aerospace, defense, and industrial customers, with a history dating to 1849. The Tulsa facility offers a clean, climate-controlled work environment, career growth opportunities, and benefits including paid vacation and sick time, a 401(k) match, an employee stock purchase program, an annual bonus plan, and tuition reimbursement. The work environment includes moderate noise and exposure to light manufacturing; PPE is required as needed.

Requirements

Proven experience 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 such as capacitors, resistors, and transistors, and their proper handling.
Experience with different types of solder and flux.
Intermediate-level computer skills.
High school diploma or GED.
Must be able to successfully pass IPC-A-610 and J-STD-001 certifications.

Nice To Haves

IPC certifications such as IPC-A-610 and J-STD-001 are a plus.

Responsibilities

Build through-hole (PTH) and surface-mount (SMT) printed circuit board assemblies, placing components according to 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 to create strong electrical and mechanical connections.
Inspect soldered boards for defects, including bad joints, bridging, and component placement errors.
Perform minor rework and repairs on circuit boards as needed.
Retrieve documentation required to perform work on customer assemblies.
Operate equipment as needed to fulfill customer requirements.
Handle products and components properly.
Perform work with minimal supervision and instruction.
Properly handle and manage hazardous waste generated in the work area.
Maintain necessary records.
Perform other assignments as required.