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Hand Soldering Jobs in Minnesota (NOW HIRING)

Hand Solder 1

Maple Grove, MN · On-site

$17.75 - $23/hr

Direct Summary Operate soldering equipment such as solder wave, vapor degreaser machine, selective ... Periodic hand soldering under a scope is required for solder touch up and product review of solder ...

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Hand Solder 1

Maple Grove, MN · On-site

$17.75 - $23/hr

Direct Summary Operate soldering equipment such as solder wave, vapor degreaser machine, selective ... Periodic hand soldering under a scope is required for solder touch up and product review of solder ...

New

Hand Solder 1

Maple Grove, MN

$17.75 - $23/hr

Direct Summary Operate soldering equipment such as solder wave, vapor degreaser machine, selective ... Periodic hand soldering under a scope is required for solder touch up and product review of solder ...

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Hand Soldering Technician (Microscope - Electronics) Location: Stillwater, MN Schedule: Monday-Friday (6 AM to 3:00 PM) **Pay Rate: **$17.00 - $22.00 per hour (DOE) Position Summary We are hiring a ...

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Hand Soldering Technician (Microscope - Electronics) Location: Stillwater, MN Schedule: Monday-Friday (6 AM to 3:00 PM) **Pay Rate: **$17.00 - $22.00 per hour (DOE) Position Summary We are hiring a ...

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Hand Soldering Technician (Microscope - Electronics) Location: Stillwater, MN Schedule: Monday-Friday (6 AM to 3:00 PM) **Pay Rate: **$17.00 - $22.00 per hour (DOE) Position Summary We are hiring a ...

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Hand Solderer I

Rochester, MN · On-site

$17.72 - $21.08/hr

Responsible for properly hand soldering and/or using solder machines to locate components onto electronic assemblies. Responsibilities: • Prints Dispatch List and determine which product takes ...

Solderer - J STD

Maple Grove, MN · On-site

$22 - $23/hr

Perform class III hand soldering, including the preparation of wire, soldering components to printed circuit boards (PCBs), and assembling subcomponents. * Follow detailed written work instructions ...

Solderer - J STD

Maple Grove, MN · On-site

$22 - $23/hr

Perform class III hand soldering, including the preparation of wire, soldering components to printed circuit boards (PCBs), and assembling subcomponents. * Follow detailed written work instructions ...

1343-Assembler 2 @ Plymouth MN

Plymouth, MN · On-site

$17 - $20.75/hr

The ideal candidate will have experience with hand soldering, blueprint interpretation, quality inspections, and the use of hand and power tools. Candidates should be comfortable working with ...

Assembler 2

Plymouth, MN · On-site

$17 - $20.75/hr

This role is ideal for candidates with experience in electronic assembly, hand soldering, mechanical assembly, quality inspection, and manufacturing production environments. In this position, you ...

Assembler 2

Plymouth, MN · On-site

$17 - $20.75/hr

This role is ideal for candidates with experience in electronic assembly, hand soldering, mechanical assembly, quality inspection, and manufacturing production environments. In this position, you ...

Experience soldering SMT and through hole components on rigid and flexible PCBs. * IPC-610 knowledge, certified helpful. * Hand solder experience under microscope. * Ability to lift 20lbs. Duties and ...

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Assembler 2

Plymouth, MN · On-site

$17 - $20.75/hr

This role is ideal for candidates with experience in electronic assembly, hand soldering, mechanical assembly, quality inspection, and manufacturing production environments. In this position, you ...

Assembler 2

Plymouth, MN · On-site

$17 - $20.75/hr

This role is ideal for candidates with experience in electronic assembly, hand soldering, mechanical assembly, quality inspection, and manufacturing production environments. In this position, you ...

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How much do hand soldering jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 21, 2026, the average hourly pay for hand soldering in Minnesota is $20.02, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.16 and $21.68 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is hand soldering?

A Hand Soldering job involves manually assembling and soldering electronic components onto circuit boards using a soldering iron. Workers in this role must have good hand-eye coordination, attention to detail, and knowledge of soldering techniques to ensure strong electrical connections. It is commonly used in industries like electronics manufacturing, aerospace, and medical devices where precision and quality are critical. Proper safety measures, such as fume extraction and protective gear, are essential for worker health.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a hand soldering worker?

In a hand soldering role, your daily tasks will typically include assembling, repairing, and inspecting electronic components using soldering tools and equipment. You may be responsible for reading blueprints, following technical instructions, and performing quality checks to ensure all connections meet industry standards. Hand soldering professionals often work in teams and collaborate closely with quality control inspectors and production supervisors. Attention to detail and steady hands are essential for consistently producing accurate and reliable assemblies. Over time, you may also gain opportunities to train new team members or advance to more specialized assembly or inspection positions.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed for hand soldering?

To succeed in Hand Soldering, you need excellent attention to detail, manual dexterity, and a basic understanding of electronic components and circuit boards, often supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with soldering irons, magnification tools, and quality control standards such as IPC certification is highly valued. Patience, focus, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team are essential soft skills. These qualities ensure precise assembly of electronic devices, prevent costly errors, and support overall production efficiency.

Does hand soldering make good money?

Hand soldering can be a well-paying skill, especially for experienced technicians working in electronics manufacturing or repair. Salaries vary based on location, experience, and certifications, with some professionals earning competitive wages due to the precision and skill required in the job.

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Infographic showing various Hand Soldering job openings in Minnesota as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 82% Full Time, 9% Part Time, and 9% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $41,644 per year, or $20 per hour.

Hand Solder 1

Celestica

Maple Grove, MN • On-site

$17.75 - $23/hr

Full-time

Posted 3 days ago

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Celestica rating

8.8

Company rating: 8.8 out of 10

Based on 8 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

14th of 159 rated electronics manufacturers


Job description

Req ID: 139834
Region: Americas
Country: USA
State/Province: Minnesota
City: Maple Grove
General Overview
Functional Area: OPS - Operations
Career Stream: PRD - Production
Role: Production 3
SAP Short Name: PD3
Job Title: Production Technical Operator 3
Job Code: PD3-OPS-TOPR
Job Level: Band 03
Profile-Holding: N
Direct/Indirect Indicator: Direct
Summary
Operate soldering equipment such as solder wave, vapor degreaser machine, selective solder, air vac lead free and leaded solder pots, SRT rework station and special parts preparation equipment. Solders, cleans, rework and fabricates parts, components and subassemblies by using scopes and basic hand tools and special devices for the production of components and assemblies.
Detailed Description
Selects flux, adds flux, cleans equipment, maintains and follows pm schedules, responsible for identifying when maintenance is needed for wave solder pallets. Sets up wave height, width and conveyor speed on wave solder equipment. Responsible for setting up and following all guidelines and pm's for selective soldering machine. These settings should ensure that each job is able to produce a quality product on a timely basis per print and routings. Must review routings against prints to insure consistency. Ensure correct programs and revisions are called out on routers. Periodic hand soldering under a scope is required for solder touch up and product review of solder joints. Uses basic hand tools, special fasteners, soldering iron and measuring devices. May be required to measure and record product data.
Maybe trained in surface mount equipment, and be responsible for the monitoring of floor stock inventory such as solder paste and flux and informing Supervisor or Lead when low.
Will perform hand soldering work while using a scope. Prepares wire by cutting, stripping, twisting, tinning and solders, or fastens wires, cables, resistors, capacitors and other parts and components to pwb's, connectors, and assemblies. Cleans parts and hand placed components during production processes.
Knowledge/Skills/Competencies
  • Able to fabricate, and inspect to J STD 001 and IPC-610.
  • Experience reading blueprints and working with scopes in a manufacturing setting a plus.
  • Solder experience in manufacturing setting including hand soldering and related machine soldering on solder equipment a plus.
  • Will be required to pass J-STD-001 and IPC-A-610 Certification to be qualified to perform the job duties of a Solder.
  • Follows oral and written instructions, and must be able to read blueprints.

Celestica - Maple Grove is ISO 9001:2015 ISO 13485:2016, AS 9100: rev. D registered, Nadcap Accredited, NASA-STD-8739 and all job duties are to be performed to support the business in meeting all requirements and documented instructions.
Physical Demands
  • Work will involve repetitive hand motion when performing hand soldering.
  • Hand soldering is performed in a sitting position; machine soldering functions may require standing, twisting and stooping positions.
  • Job duties require working with and around chemicals.
  • Visual exams are required pre-hire and biennial to confirm visual acuity of 20/20 with or without glasses along with passing a standard color vision exam.
  • Must be able to perform job functions while using a scope.

Typical Education
  • High School education or equivalent.

Notes
This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities of the position. Employees are held accountable for all duties of the job. Job duties and the % of time identified for any function are subject to change at any time.
Positions with Celestica - Maple Grove involve the release of export controlled goods either directly to employees or through the employee's movement within the facility. As such, Celestica - Maple Grove will require necessary information from all applicants upon an applicant's acceptance of employment to determine if any export control exemptions or licenses must be filed.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Celestica's policy on equal employment opportunity prohibits discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran or disability status, or other characteristics protected by law.
This policy applies to hiring, promotion, discharge, pay, fringe benefits, job training, classification, referral and other aspects of employment and also states that retaliation against a person who files a charge of discrimination, participates in a discrimination proceeding, or otherwise opposes an unlawful employment practice will not be tolerated. All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
COMPANY OVERVIEW:
Celestica, Inc. (NYSE: CLS; TSX: CLS) is a technology leader dedicated to driving customer success and market advancements. With deep expertise in design, engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and platform solutions, Celestica enables critical data center infrastructure for AI, cloud, and hybrid cloud and advances technologies in high-growth markets. With a talented team and a strategic global network, Celestica helps its customers achieve competitive advantages.
Today, Celestica delivers innovative supply chain solutions globally to customers in strategic two operating and reporting segments: Advanced Technology Solutions (ATS) and Connectivity and Cloud Solutions (CC):
ATS: This segment serves customers in complex, regulated and high-reliability markets such as Industrial & Smart Energy, Aerospace & Defense, Semiconductor Capital Equipment, and HealthTech. It is engineering led, with deep expertise in design, manufacturing and lifecycle solutions.
CCS: This segment focuses on high-performance technology solutions and services for the data center, serving hyperscalers, digital native customers and enterprises. Celestica's Platform Solutions offering provides innovative and customizable computing, storage and networking solutions enabling AI-driven growth.
Built on a legacy of trust and performance, Celestica has earned its reputation by delivering results in complex and fast-changing markets. Celestica exceeds customer expectations by identifying trends and staying ahead of the curve. Backed by comprehensive capabilities and a global network across North America, Europe and Asia, Celestica helps customers gain competitive advantage with the quality, flexibility and resiliency they need to respond quickly to shifts in demand. Guided by a bold vision to accelerate market advancements, Celestica delivers innovative solutions and technologies that turn complexity into opportunity. Anchored in teamwork and commitment, Celestica strives to be the most trusted partner to its customers and colleagues worldwide.
Celestica would like to thank all applicants, however, only qualified applicants will be contacted.
Celestica does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies or fee based recruitment services.
This location is a US ITAR facility and these positions will involve the release of export controlled goods either directly to employees or through the employee's movement within the facility. As such, Celestica will require necessary information from all applicants upon an applicant's acceptance of employment to determine if any export control exemptions or licenses must be filed.

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