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Job Title: PCBA Technician
Job Description
Under close supervision with detailed instructions and frequent review, the PCBA Technician will install, repair, and replace through-hole and surface mount technology (SMT) packages. These include components such as Quad Flat Package (QFP), Ball Grid Array (BGA), chip components, small-outline integrated circuit (SOIC), axial, and radial components. The technician will perform soldering operations in accordance with J-STD-001 and IPC-610 standards and maintain various Printed Circuit Board Assembly equipment.
Responsibilities
- Install, repair, and replace SMT packages including QFP, BGA, chip components, SOIC, axial, and radial components.
- Perform solder operations according to J-STD-001 and IPC-610 standards.
- Maintain and operate equipment including Surface Mount lines, Robotic Soldering, X-Ray, Automated Optical Inspection, and Conformal Coating Applications.
- Observe all laws, regulations, and obligations applicable to business conduct.
- Work safely in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.
- Help maintain an orderly work area by returning tools, equipment, and materials to storage.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
Essential Skills
- Proficiency in electrical, engineering, electronics, and troubleshooting.
- Mechanical skills and ability to read schematics.
- Experience using oscilloscopes, hand tools, wiring, test equipment, and soldering.
- Installation, production, PCB, and calibration experience.
- Experience with electrical wiring and troubleshooting.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Experience with electrical or electronic products.
- Experience in manufacturing environments.
- Ability to move material and stage for production.
- Capability to clean and prepare equipment for production use.
- Ability to assemble, disassemble, and fabricate various products.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Shannon, MS.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $19.00/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 Shannon,MS.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Dec 15, 2025.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.
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