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Advanced Solder Assembler
Posted: 04/21/2026
Employment Type:
Contract To Hire
Industry: Manufacturing
Job Number: 44444
Pay Rate: 27.00
Job Description
The Panther Group is seeking an Advanced Solder Assembler to support a high-precision electronics manufacturing environment in Clearwater, FL. This role focuses on advanced soldering, rework, and inspection of complex circuit board assemblies, supporting aerospace and defense-related production.
We are looking for candidates with strong attention to detail, steady hands, and experience working with SMT and through-hole components, including fine-pitch and high-density assemblies.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform SMT and through-hole soldering on printed circuit boards (PCBs)
- Conduct advanced rework and repair, including:
- BGAs (Ball Grid Arrays)
- QFNs, LGAs, and other leadless components
- High-density and fine-pitch components
- Use soldering equipment such as:
- Soldering irons and stations
- Hot air rework stations and hot plates
- Reflow ovens and soldering machines
- Perform inspection and quality checks using:
- Microscopes
- AOI (Automated Optical Inspection)
- X-ray systems (as applicable)
- Identify and correct solder defects (bridging, tombstoning, insufficient wetting, etc.)
- Interpret engineering documentation including:
- Work instructions
- Schematics
- BOMs and ECOs
- Document defects, repairs, and corrective actions
- Maintain ESD-safe, clean, and organized workstations
- Collaborate with engineering, quality, and production teams
- 4+ years of experience in electronic assembly, SMT soldering, or PCB rework
- Strong experience with component-level rework and repair
- Familiarity with IPC-A-610 and/or IPC J-STD standards
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and work instructions
- Experience working in a manufacturing or electronics production environment
- Strong attention to detail and manual dexterity
- Basic computer skills
- Ability to read and write English
- U.S. Citizenship required
- Must pass drug screen, background check, and medical/vision testing
- IPC-A-610 and/or IPC J-STD certification (current or previous)
- Experience with AOI and X-ray inspection systems
- Experience in aerospace, defense, or high-reliability electronics
- Experience working with microscopes and fine-pitch components
- Cleanroom or ESD-controlled environment experience
Meet Your Recruiter
Amanda Krafcik
Amanda is a Client Success Manager and has 10+ years of experience in the staffing industry. She focuses on finding the best talent for our clients and is a passionate team player. Fun fact: Amanda loves movies and is always watching them or talking about them on podcasts.
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