Rework Specialist

MICROBOARD PROCESSING INC•Seymour, CT

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This role involves performing soldering and rework tasks on electronic assemblies. The specialist will work under the direction of a production supervisor or lead, maintaining required production rates and workflows while functioning effectively under time pressure. Collaboration with co-workers and adherence to written manufacturing processes, instructions, and safety policies (OSHA, SDS) are essential. The position requires the ability to sit or stand for extended periods, work under a microscope with excellent hand-eye coordination, and accurately interpret PCB assembly drawings and instructions. Training in component identification is provided. The role progresses from performing standard component removal and replacement with moderate supervision to complex rework tasks with little to no supervision, and finally to advanced, complex damaged PCB repairs with expert-level mastery and the ability to train others.

Requirements

Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. Citizen, Permanent Resident, or Protected Individual) as defined by ITAR.
Active IPC-7711/7711 and J-STD-001 certifications are mandatory.
Demonstrated understanding and direct experience with: Handling of Moisture Sensitive SMT Components (MSD), Control of Non-conforming Product, Foreign Object Debris (FOD) and Damage mitigation, Proper handling of electronic assemblies (ESD control and physical care).
Operation of Air-Vac or Pace IR systems.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, divide, and compute rates, ratios, and percentages.
Ability to apply common-sense understanding to carry out written or oral instructions.
IPC-A-610 certification required.
2–3 years of industry soldering and rework experience.
3–5+ years of industry experience or equivalent.

Nice To Haves

IPC-A-610 certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform soldering and rework tasks on electronic assemblies.
Maintain required production rates and workflows.
Function effectively under time pressure.
Collaborate positively with co-workers.
Follow written manufacturing processes and instructions.
Work in compliance with OSHA, SDS, and company safety policies.
Perform standard component removal and replacement tasks under moderate supervision with high accuracy.
Remove and replace components using hot air, Pace IR systems, Air-Vac systems, or other standard methods.
Perform basic through-hole, surface-mount (SMT), and wire soldering.
Perform visual inspections to identify solder defects and bridging.
Perform wire tinning and use manual solder-removal tools.
Perform complex rework tasks with little to no supervision with high accuracy and speed.
Perform pad and trace repairs on printed circuit boards.
Operate Pace IR and Air-Vac systems for more intricate component removal.
Install and remove leaded electronic packages using preheaters.
Use jumper wires for circuit modifications.
Perform advanced, complex damaged PCB repairs (e.g., plated hole, edge, or multi-layer base material repairs).
Program and operate semi-automated Pace IR or Air-Vac rework systems.
Provide technical leadership and train others in advanced rework techniques.