ZipRecruiter

Log In

1

Manager Wave Solder Machine Operator Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Adecco

Wave Solder Operator

Broad Brook, CT

$18 - $21/hr

Adecco is hiring Wave Solder Operators to work with our client located in Windsor, CT. These are ... Perform machine maintenance. Education and Experience: * High school diploma or equivalent ...

Adecco

Wave Solder Operator

Broad Brook, CT

$18 - $21/hr

Adecco is hiring Wave Solder Operators to work with our client located in Windsor, CT. These are ... Perform machine maintenance. Education and Experience: * High school diploma or equivalent ...

Adecco

Wave Solder Operator

Broad Brook, CT

$18 - $21/hr

Adecco is hiring Wave Solder Operators to work with our client located in Windsor, CT. These are ... Perform machine maintenance. Education and Experience: * High school diploma or equivalent ...

Parpro Technologies, Inc.

Be Seen First

Selective Solder Machine Operator

Santa Ana, CA · On-site

$35K - $39K/yr

The Selective Solder Machine Operator is responsible for setting up, operating, programming, monitoring, and maintaining selective soldering equipment used to solder through-hole components onto ...

Chipton Ross

Solder Assembler

Oldsmar, FL · On-site

$26/hr

Familiarity with soldering tools (soldering iron, hot air gun, reflow oven, wave solder machine). * Strong visual inspection skills; ability to use microscopes and AOI equipment to detect defects.

Krypton Solutions

Automated Solder Operator

Plano, TX · On-site

Identifying issues with the automated solder machine and/or job parameters and escalating issues to management. What we're looking for in an Automated Solder Operator To thrive as a SMT Operator at ...

next page

Showing results 1-20

All JobsWave Solder Machine Operator JobsManager Wave Solder Machine Operator Jobs

Manager Wave Solder Machine Operator information

See salary details

$12

$18

$23

How much do manager wave solder machine operator jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 21, 2026, the average hourly pay for manager wave solder machine operator in the United States is $18.19, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.35 and $19.47 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a Manager Wave Solder Machine Operator do?

A Manager Wave Solder Machine Operator oversees the operation of wave soldering machines used in assembling electronic circuit boards. This role involves setting up, adjusting, and maintaining the machines to ensure efficient production and high-quality soldering. The manager is also responsible for supervising a team of machine operators, maintaining safety standards, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring the final products meet quality specifications. In addition, they may be involved in training staff and implementing process improvements.

What are some common challenges faced by a Manager Wave Solder Machine Operator, and how can they be addressed?

A Manager Wave Solder Machine Operator often faces challenges such as maintaining consistent solder quality, troubleshooting equipment issues, and managing production schedules. Balancing machine efficiency with product quality requires strong attention to detail and proactive maintenance. Effective communication with the engineering and quality assurance teams is important to quickly resolve issues and implement process improvements. By staying updated on new technologies and best practices, managers can lead their teams more effectively and help reduce downtime.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Manager Wave Solder Machine Operator, and why are they important?

To excel as a Manager Wave Solder Machine Operator, you need a solid understanding of electronics manufacturing, soldering processes, and experience with wave soldering equipment, often supported by technical training or an associate degree. Familiarity with industry-standard machines (such as Electrovert or ERSA), IPC soldering standards, and production tracking systems is typically required. Strong leadership, attention to detail, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for managing teams and ensuring quality control. These competencies ensure efficient operations, high product quality, and adherence to safety and industry standards in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
What cities are hiring for Manager Wave Solder Machine Operator jobs? Cities with the most Manager Wave Solder Machine Operator job openings:
What are the most commonly searched types of Wave Solder Machine Operator jobs? The most popular types of Wave Solder Machine Operator jobs are:
What states have the most Manager Wave Solder Machine Operator jobs? States with the most job openings for Manager Wave Solder Machine Operator jobs include:
Manager Wave Solder Machine Operator jobs near you
Wave Machine Operator - Components 2nd Shift-Appleton,Wisconsin

Wave Machine Operator - Components 2nd Shift-Appleton,Wisconsin

Illinois Tool Works Inc

Butte Des Morts, WI

$15.75 - $18.75/hr

Other

Re-posted 12 days ago

Illinois Tool Works rating

7.9

Company rating: 7.9 out of 10

Based on 74 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

169th of 430 rated machine equipment manufacturers

Job description

Job Description:
Candidate will be responsible for all aspects of machine operation and must be a self-starter and team player.
This person must be able to set up and operate the wave solder machine, flux unit and water wash unit. Their duties also include maintaining quality of soldered PC boards, inspection of product and recognizing defects based on IPC-A-610 class 2 standards. They will hand solder, touch up, and make minor repairs to PC boards. They will perform all regular cleaning of the equipment. They will clip leads on soldered boards and train clippers. Wave Solder Operators will cross train and work in other areas as required by workload. Start and end times may vary depending on workload and overtime may be required.
Minimum Qualifications:
  • 6 months of experience in PCB assembly or equivalent required
  • Read English sufficient to understand schematics and assembly instructions
  • Read English sufficient to understand basic computer use instructions, company policies, safety directives and other work instructions
  • Ability to communicate in English to understand and give verbal work instructions to coworkers who only speak English
  • Handwrite work related notes in English
  • Add, subtract, multiply and divide whole numbers
  • Decimals / fractions used with use of calculator
  • Basic computer skills
  • Using MS Outlook, create and send emails
  • Enter production numbers into an Excel spreadsheet
  • Ability to solder to IPC-A-610 class 2 standards
  • Ability to work flexible schedules and 50 hours per week Monday through Saturday
  • Read and understand bill of material, process routings, layout drawings, and circuit and wiring diagrams
  • Ensure IPC-A-610 Class 2 standards are met
  • Use computers, small hand and torque tools, scales, calculators, and rulers

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • Experience operating a wave solder machine
  • Mechanics and electronics experience
  • Machine operator experience

Essential Functions:
  • Perform set-up, operation, and cleaning of all related equipment
  • Maintain the quality of soldered PC boards, inspection of product and recognize defects based on IPC-A-610 Class 2 standards.
  • Hand clip leads on soldered boards as needed.
  • Physical Demands:
    • Constant use of fine finger dexterity, neck flexion, and reaching
    • Frequently required to use both hands to hold circuit boards, bins, tools, and components
    • Frequently lift, push, or pull 11-25lbs and occasionally lift, push, or pull 26-50lbs
    • Occasional bending at knees and waist
    • Close vision, midrange vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and balance are requirements of this position
    • Ability to visually differentiate colors
    • Constantly Sitting/Standing/Alternating

What Illinois Tool Works employees say

Pay

Benefits

Hours and flexibility

Workplace

Get the full story on Breakroom

Illinois Tool Works logo

About Illinois Tool Works

Sourced by ZipRecruiter

ITW is a global industrial company built around a differentiated and proprietary business model. The company’s seven industry-leading segments leverage the unique ITW Business Model to drive solid growth with best-in-class margins and returns in markets where highly innovative, customer-focused solutions are required. From state-of-the-art dishwashers, ovens and refrigerators in restaurants and hotels, to automobile components inside vehicles all over the world ... the products we manufacture and the solutions we design are all around us. The buildings where we live and work are built with ITW construction and welding products, and our ITW test & measurement solutions help to ensure the quality and safety of millions of products. ITW’s dedicated colleagues around the world thrive in the company’s decentralized and entrepreneurial culture. Our leaders have deep expertise in the ITW Business Model and leverage it to deliver superior performance and value to our customers.

Industry

Machinery manufacturing

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Glenview, IL, US

Year founded

1912

View All Illinois Tool Works Jobs

Apply