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The ideal candidate is an experienced electronics technician with strong SMT/BGA rework capability, leadership presence, and the ability to balance production demands with quality expectations in a fast-paced manufacturing setting. This role combines hands-on technical repair work with leadership responsibilities to ensure product quality, throughput, schedule adherence, and continuous improvement across the rework area.

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Epiq Solutions Description:The SMT Rework Lead is responsible for leading daily rework and repair operations within a high-mix RF electronics manufacturing environment. This role combines hands-on technical repair work with leadership responsibilities to ensure product quality, throughput, schedule adherence, and continuous improvement across the rework area.  The ideal candidate is an experienced electronics technician with strong SMT/BGA rework capability, leadership presence, and the ability to balance production demands with quality expectations in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.   RESPONSIBILITIESJob responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Leadership & Team Oversight<ul><li>Lead and coordinate daily activities of the SMT rework team.</li><li>Assign work based on production and engineering priorities, technician skill levels, and customer deadlines.  </li><li>Provide technical guidance, coaching, and training to rework technicians. </li><li>Monitor team performance, productivity, workmanship, and adherence to procedures.</li><li>Support hiring, onboarding, cross-training, and performance feedback efforts. </li><li>Promote a culture of accountability, quality, urgency, and continuous improvement. </li></ul>Technical Rework & Repair<ul><li>Perform complex SMT and through-hole rework and repair on RF electronic assemblies and PCAs. </li><li>Conduct BGA/QFN/QFP component removal and replacement using rework equipment. </li><li>Interpret schematics, assembly drawings, BOMs, ECOs, and work instructions. </li><li>Support failure analysis and root cause investigations alongside Quality and Engineering teams.</li><li>Verify workmanship to IPC standards and internal customer requirements. </li></ul>Production & Throughput Support<ul><li>Support daily production goals by maintaining efficient repair turnaround times. </li><li>Escalate material shortages, tooling issues, or process bottlenecks impacting flow. </li><li>Track and communicate rework status, aging jobs, and repair metrics. </li><li>Ensure proper documentation of repairs, defects, and disposition activities in ERP/MES systems. </li></ul>Quality & Compliance<ul><li>Ensure all work complies with IPC-A-610, J-STD-001, ESD and company workmanship standards. </li><li>Maintain accurate repair records and defect tracking documentation. </li><li>Drive reduction of repeat defects and rework trends through corrective action participation. </li><li>Support audits, customer inspections, and process validation activities, as required. </li></ul>Continuous Improvement<ul><li>Identify opportunities to improve repair processes, tooling, fixtures, and workflow efficiency. </li><li>Recommend process improvements to reduce defects and increase first-pass yield.</li><li>Assist in development and refinement of rework procedures and visual aids. </li><li>Support Lean manufacturing and 5S initiatives withing the work area.</li></ul> Requirements:SKILLS, EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION<ul><li>Required job skills, experience and education include:</li><li>High school diploma or GED required</li><li>5+ years of SMT rework/repair experience in electronics manufacturing</li><li>2+ years of leadership, lead, or mentoring experience </li><li>Strong hands-on experience with SMT, fine-pitch, BGA, QFN, and RF PCB assemblies</li><li>Ability to read schematics, assembly drawings, and technical documentation</li><li>Experience using microscopes, soldering stations, hot air systems, and BGA rework equipment</li><li>Knowledge of IPC-A-610 and J-STD-001 standards</li><li>Familiarity with ESD handling requirements and controlled manufacturing environments</li><li>Strong organizational, communication, and troubleshooting skills</li><li>Preferred job skills, experience and education include: </li><li>Technical degree or electronics certification</li><li>IPC-A-610 and/or J-STD-001 certification(s)</li><li>Experience in RF, defense, aerospace, telecommunications, or high-reliability electronics manufacturing</li><li>Familiarity with ERP/MRP or MES systems</li><li>Experience supporting Lean manufacturing initiatives </li></ul>WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS<ul><li>Climate-controlled electronics manufacturing environment</li><li>Exposure to soldering fumes, ESD-controlled areas, and precision manufacturing equipment</li><li>Fast-paced production environment with shifting priorities and schedule-driven deadlines</li><li>Ability to sit or stand for extended periods</li><li>Ability to work under microscope magnification for prolonged periods</li><li>Frequent use of hands for fine motor soldering and assembly tasks</li><li>Ability to occasionally lift up to 25 lbs.</li></ul> Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status Compensation details: 70000-90000 Yearly Salary PIbcbc779cb4df-25401-40570284

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SMT Rework Lead

Aerospace and Defense

Assembly Drawings

Ball Grid Array (BGA)

Bill of Materials (BOM)

Bug Tracking/Defect Management

Coaching

Communication Skills

Continuous Improvement

Corrective Action

Document Tracking

Documentation

ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning)

Electronics

Electronics Assembly

Electronics Manufacturing

Equipment Replacement

Failure Analysis

High Reliability

IPC Standards

Identify Issues

Leadership

Lean Manufacturing

Machine Tool

Manufacturing

Manufacturing Equipment

Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES)

Manufacturing Requirements

Mentoring

Metrics

Onboarding

Organizational Skills

Performance Analysis

Physical Demands

Process Flow

Process Improvement

Process Validation

Production Support

Quad Flat Package (QFP)

Quality Engineering

Radio Frequency

Record Keeping

Root Cause Analysis

Schematics

Soldering

Surface Mount Technology

Technical Leadership

Technical Writing

Telecommunications

Time Management

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The employee will normally work in a temperature-controlled office environment, with frequent exposure to electric tools, occasional loud noises and possible exposure to fumes. " Assemble basic mechanical components subassemblies, and final products according to detailed blueprints, schematics, and work instructions.

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<div> Job ID: 3307-1 Job Title: Mechanical Assembler I Location: 21200 Dorsey Mill Road, Germantown, MD 20876 Duration: 6 Months Pay Rate: $20/hr on W2 (Including all benefits) Shift: (07:00 AM - 03:30 PM [Lunch: 12:15 PM - 01:00 PM]) Years of Experience: 0 to 3 years 
Assembler, Production, Mechanical How will you make a difference? 
As a Mechanical Assembler I, you will learn to assemble many different product lines. You will be responsible for performing basic assembly operations on mechanical components, subassemblies, and final products according to engineering specifications and quality standards. The position requires the employee to be on-site during the scheduled shift to perform daily duties and responsibilities. What do we want to know about you? " High School Graduate 
" One year (1) of experience as a mechanical assembler or similar. 
" Knowledge of standard hand tools, and power tools, and their proper use. 
" Recognition of standard hardware sizes. 
" Ability to work with little supervision. 
" Ability to follow documented procedures and work standards. 
" Ability to respond positively to feedback and implement changes in process and procedures as needed. 
" Ability to read and interpret assembly and process documentation. 
" Ability to see, read, and observe small handwriting, labels, and components. What will your typical day look like? " Reading and interpreting assembly drawings and process documentation. 
" Assemble basic mechanical components subassemblies, and final products according to detailed blueprints, schematics, and work instructions. 
" Using hand tools and pneumatic tools to assemble electro-mechanical products with minimal supervision. 
" Inspect assembly parts for defects and final assemblies for completion. 
" Complete daily schedules based on productivity levels assigned by supervisor(s). 
" Perform special processes like spraying conformal coating and applying potting to a variety of electronic assemblies. 
" Maintain a clean and safe workplace in accordance with 5S protocol. 
" Ability to wear necessary and required PPE. 
" Perform other duties as assigned. What about the physical demands of the job? 
" Employee is regularly required to talk and hear. 
" Employee is regularly required to lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. 
" Employee is regularly required to walk throughout the day. 
" Employee is regularly required to see and observe small labels, and components. 
" The employee will normally work in a temperature-controlled office environment, with frequent exposure to electric tools, occasional loud noises and possible exposure to fumes. All employees need to wear safety toed shoes (composite, steel) on the shop floor. For the employee who would be in Clarksburg (receiving) they would need 6in safety boots. Here in Germantown, for the assembler, they would just need regular sneaker type safety toed. At this time, WRE does not supply PPE to contingent workers. </div>

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