PCB Rework and Failure Analysis Technician

Lincoln Electric • Cleveland, OH

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Be the go-to expert when a board won’t pass At Lincoln Electric—headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio—our teams design and build advanced arc welding solutions, automated joining, assembly and cutting systems, plus plasma and oxy-fuel cutting equipment. We also hold a leading global position in brazing and soldering alloys. Recognized as the Welding Expert, we pair materials science, software, automation engineering, and deep application know‑how to help customers build a better world. With more than 12,000 employees, we operate 71 manufacturing and automation system integration sites across 21 countries, reach customers in 160+ countries via a worldwide distributor and sales network, and are a $4.2B publicly traded company (NASDAQ: LECO). Day in the life Your shift begins at the rework bench. Production has tagged several assemblies as non‑conforming. You suit up with safety glasses and ESD footwear, ground yourself, and pull the first job’s history in MES. You diagnose the failure, recover SMT or through‑hole components from the designated stock, perform precise soldering to QC‑306 standards, and verify the fix. You disposition the assembly—accept or repair—and record detailed accountability in MES. When trends emerge, you loop in Scheduling, MAS, and QA. By mid‑day, you’re partnering with Maintenance and Manufacturing Engineering to trace a process drift; by afternoon you’re briefing Supervision, R&D, and Plant Engineering on a design-for-rework opportunity. Throughout, you adhere to ESD controls, plant rules, and all applicable specifications. Primary function Analyze, review, and repair non‑conforming printed circuit boards.

Requirements

• Strong people skills with clear, organized communication; unwavering commitment to quality.
• Excellent attendance, safety, and work record; self‑motivated and reliable.
• Working knowledge of production and manufacturing floor control systems; proficiency with Excel, MS Access, and Word.
• Soldering capability per QC‑306; deep familiarity with manufacturing quality procedures and customer impact.
• Ability to lift 60 pounds occasionally; may require shift rotation.
• Consistent focus on safety, workmanship, product quality, and productivity.

Responsibilities

• Apply quality procedures required in the work center; comply with Plant Rules, Factory, and Operation specifications.
• Repair and rework assembly-line and in‑process PCB failures; follow all ESD handling and repair practices.
• Identify failures and enter complete, accountable records into MES.
• Obtain and return SMT and through‑hole components to/from designated locations.
• Disposition PCB assemblies as acceptable or requiring additional repair.
• Notify QA personnel and MAS of processing/operator issues discovered.
• Alert the scheduler, MAS, and QA when failure rates spike.
• Collaborate with Supervision, Maintenance, Manufacturing Engineering, R&D, and Plant Engineering to resolve equipment, procedural, and assembly problems.
• Participate in cross‑training to provide team flexibility.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees