Solderer Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

Solderer Technician - 1st Shift - Poway - $20/hr-$25/hr

Job Description

The Solderer Assembler is responsible for assembling electronic products in accordance with established specifications, quality standards, and production guidelines. This role involves hand soldering, electronic assembly, use of production machinery and hand tools, and careful inspection of workmanship to ensure high-quality finished parts.

Responsibilities

• Assemble electronic products in accordance with prescribed specifications, drawings, and assembly instructions, following both verbal and written directions.
• Perform soldering and electronic assembly tasks, including hand soldering and surface mount work, to meet quality and production standards.
• Operate production machines to produce parts in line with established company standards and guidelines.
• Use hand tools properly and safely to support assembly, soldering, and related production activities.
• Interpret blueprints, schematics, and assembly documentation to ensure accurate and efficient assembly of components and products.
• Inspect parts and assemblies to identify workmanship defects or flaws and report any issues immediately to management.
• Detect and report any machine or tool malfunctions to ensure safe and efficient operation of equipment.
• Prepare parts for painting and/or shipping by gluing, taping, cleaning, and performing other required preparation tasks.
• Document production activities as requested, ensuring accurate records of work performed and materials used.
• Support related tasks such as counting, packaging, labeling, or bagging produced parts or raw materials in preparation for kitting.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in accordance with workplace safety and housekeeping standards.
• Work effectively both independently and as part of a team to meet production goals and quality expectations.

Essential Skills

• At least 6 months to 1 year of hands-on soldering experience.
• Recent electronic assembly (EM assembly) experience within the past 1 to 2 years.
• Ability to perform hand soldering and surface mount soldering in a production environment.
• Experience in electronic assembly, including working with small components and assemblies.
• Ability to interpret blueprints, drawings, schematics, and assembly instructions.
• Ability to operate production machines in accordance with established standards and guidelines.
• Proficient use of hand tools required for soldering and assembly work.
• Ability to recognize workmanship defects or flaws and take appropriate action by reporting issues promptly.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to understand instructions and document work accurately.
• Ability to work both individually and within a team environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Familiarity with IPC-610 or similar electronic assembly and inspection standards.
• Experience in documenting production activities and maintaining accurate records.
• Comfort working in a startup-style production environment with evolving processes and layouts.
• Attention to detail and a strong focus on quality and consistency in assembly work.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and tasks such as kitting, packaging, and labeling.

Why Work Here?

This opportunity offers a contract-to-hire path, providing the potential for long-term stability and career growth. The schedule follows a consistent first-shift weekday pattern with no overtime required, supporting work-life balance. You will work in a growing, startup-style production environment that is actively evolving toward a state-of-the-art facility, giving you the chance to contribute to and grow with an improving operation.

Work Environment

This role is based in a manufacturing environment with a startup feel, where the production floor is partially complete and continuously improving toward a state-of-the-art operation. Each assembler has an individual workstation equipped with the necessary tools and equipment to perform soldering and assembly tasks efficiently. The standard schedule is Monday through Friday on a first shift from 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM, with no overtime required. The dress code is manufacturing casual, including closed-toe shoes, pants, t-shirts, and jackets as appropriate for comfort and safety on the production floor.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Poway, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $25.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Poway,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 22, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.