Operator - Soldering

Position: Soldering Operator

Organization: Cyient DLM Limited

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Location: Shamshabad, Hyderabad

Job Summary

We are looking for an Experienced Soldering Operator with 4**–5 years of hands-on experience** in manual soldering, PCB assembly, rework, and repair. The ideal candidate should have strong knowledge of through-hole and SMD soldering techniques and be able to produce high-quality electronic assemblies in accordance with engineering drawings, work instructions, and quality standards.

Qualification: Diploma/ ITI

Key Responsibilities

• Perform manual soldering of electronic components on PCBs, including through-hole and SMD components.
• Carry out PCB rework, desoldering, component replacement, and repair of defective electronic assemblies.
• Assemble electronic products according to engineering drawings, work instructions, BOMs, and quality requirements .
• Inspect solder joints and assembled PCBs for defects such as insufficient solder, solder bridges, cold joints, lifted pads, and component misalignment.
• Identify soldering and assembly defects and perform appropriate rework and corrective actions .
• Follow ESD (Electrostatic Discharge), safety, and handling procedures during all production activities.
• Operate soldering stations, soldering irons, hot-air/rework stations, and other related equipment safely and effectively.
• Perform visual inspection and quality checks to ensure assemblies meet specified workmanship standards.
• Maintain proper 5S, cleanliness, and organization of the workstation and production area.
• Maintain good communication with production, quality, and engineering teams to resolve assembly and rework issues.
• Complete production and inspection records accurately as required.
• Work independently as well as effectively within a team to meet production targets and quality requirements.

Requirements

• 4–5 years of hands-on experience in manual soldering, PCB assembly, and PCB rework/desoldering.
• Strong experience in through-hole (THT) and SMD component soldering .
• Practical experience in electronic assembly, PCB rework, component replacement, and repair .
• Ability to read and understand engineering drawings, circuit/assembly diagrams, BOMs, and work instructions .
• Good knowledge of soldering tools, soldering stations, rework stations, and related electronic assembly equipment.
• Ability to identify common soldering defects and PCB assembly defects and perform effective rework.
• Experience in inspection, rework, and quality control of electronic assemblies.
• Good knowledge of ESD handling and workplace safety procedures .
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication skills and attention to detail.
• Experience in aerospace and defense PCB assembly .
• IPC J-STD-001 / IPC-A-610 certification or relevant soldering certification is an added advantage.
• Experience with IPC Class 2/Class 3 workmanship requirements is preferred.

Preferred Skills

• Fine-pitch SMD soldering and rework
• Through-hole component soldering
• PCB desoldering and component replacement
• Hot-air rework
• Solder joint inspection
• ESD-safe handling
• Reading engineering drawings and assembly instructions
• High attention to detail and quality
• Ability to meet production schedules and quality targets

Requirements