Solder Technician I

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Job Description

PCB Solder Technician I

Job Title: PCB Solder Technician I

Department: PCB

Reports To: PCB Supervisor

Location: Binghamton, NY

Position Summary

The PCB Solder Technician I is responsible for performing basic soldering operations on printed circuit board assemblies in accordance with company workmanship standards, engineering documentation, and customer requirements. This role supports the assembly and repair of electronic products through hand soldering, touch-up, and minor rework activities while maintaining compliance with ESD and quality standards. Attention to detail, manual dexterity, and a commitment to producing defect-free work are essential for success in this position.

Key Responsibilities

Soldering & Assembly

• Perform hand soldering of through-hole electronic components on printed circuit board assemblies using approved tools and techniques.
• Complete solder touch-up operations following wave soldering processes as required.
• Install, replace, or remove electronic components in accordance with work instructions and engineering documentation.
• Utilize soldering irons, desoldering equipment, and hand tools safely and effectively.
• Verify proper component orientation, polarity, and placement prior to soldering operations.
• Maintain solder joints that meet applicable workmanship standards and company quality requirements.

Quality & Inspection

• Perform visual inspection of solder joints and assemblies to verify compliance with workmanship standards.
• Identify common solder defects including insufficient solder, excessive solder, bridging, cold solder joints, and lifted leads.
• Report quality concerns, damaged components, or assembly discrepancies to supervision.
• Assist with correction of minor solder defects and rework activities as directed.

Documentation & Process Control

• Follow work instructions, assembly drawings, travelers, and manufacturing procedures.
• Accurately record completed operations and required production information.
• Maintain traceability documentation and production records as required.
• Ensure proper handling of ESD-sensitive components and assemblies throughout the manufacturing process.

Workplace Organization & Safety

• Maintain a clean and organized workstation in accordance with 5S and department standards.
• Follow all safety procedures related to soldering equipment, chemicals, fluxes, and ESD controls.
• Properly maintain and care for assigned tools and equipment.
• Wear required personal protective equipment and ESD protection at all times.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 0-2 years of experience in electronics manufacturing, assembly, or soldering preferred.
• Basic understanding of electronic components and printed circuit boards.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions, assembly drawings, and bills of materials.
• Strong manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination.
• Ability to perform repetitive detailed work while maintaining quality standards.
• Experience working in an ESD-controlled environment preferred.
• IPC-A-610 and/or IPC J-STD-001 certification preferred but not required (company-provided training available).

Working Conditions

Work is performed in an electronics manufacturing environment with exposure to soldering equipment, flux fumes, cleaning chemicals, and small electronic components. Employees are required to wear appropriate ESD protection and personal protective equipment as specified by company policies. Work may involve extended periods of sitting, repetitive hand movements, and the use of magnification devices for detailed inspection and soldering operations.

At Bose, you''re inspired to be and do your best and are rewarded for your unique talents! Our compensation is thoughtfully tailored to your skills, experience, education, and location, and goes beyond base salary. The hiring range for this position in the primary work location of Binghamton, New York is: $16.00-$19.92 per hour.The hiring range for other Bose work locations may vary.

In addition to competitive base pay we offer rewards including bonus programs, comprehensive health and welfare benefits, a 401(k) plan, plus exclusive perks designed to support your wellbeing, and a generous employee discount where you can immerse yourself in our products and experiences. We are a proudly independent company-driven by purpose, guided by our values, and united by a belief in the power of sound. As the world leader in audio experiences, we're creating what's next-pushing boundaries and delivering transformative sound experiences for people everywhere. Join us and make your next career move a mic-drop. Let's Make Waves.

Bose is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics. The EEOC's "Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal" Poster is available here: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf. Bose is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to applicant_disability_accommodationrequest@bose.com. Please include "Application Accommodation Request" in the subject of the email.

Our goal is to create an atmosphere where every candidate feels supported and empowered in the interviewing process. Diversity and inclusion are integral to our success, and we believe that providing reasonable accommodation is not only a legal obligation but also a fundamental aspect of our commitment to being an employer of choice. We recognize that individuals may have different needs and requirements based on their abilities, and we provide reasonable accommodations to ensure ideal conditions are met during the application process.