Lab Manager – Electronics Lab (Contract, Part-Time)

Title: Lab Manager – Electronics Lab (Contract, Part-Time)

Duration: 12 months

Location: Longmont, CO

Shift: 4 hours per day, 5 days per week (20 hours/week)

Job Responsibilities:

We are seeking an experienced Lab Manager with strong organizational skills and expert-level soldering capabilities, particularly in BGA rework and reballing. This part-time contract role requires someone who takes ownership of their work and can demonstrate a proven track record in lab management. The ideal candidate will bring structure, accountability, and hands-on technical excellence to our lab environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day lab operations, including equipment, inventory, and workspace organization

• Perform precision soldering and rework tasks, including:

• • BGA (Ball Grid Array) rework and replacement

• • BGA reballing operations

• • Fine-pitch component soldering and rework

• Maintain lab equipment, tools, and workstations in optimal condition

• Establish and enforce lab organization standards and procedures

• Track inventory of components, consumables, and equipment

• Coordinate with engineering teams to prioritize lab tasks and support project timelines

• Document lab processes, procedures, and work completed

• Take ownership of lab cleanliness, safety, and efficiency

Required Qualifications

• Demonstrated lab management experience with specific examples of previous lab oversight roles

• Expert soldering and rework skills, specifically:

• • BGA rework (removal and replacement)

• • BGA reballing techniques

• • Must be able to demonstrate skills during a practical assessment following virtual screening

• Strong organizational abilities with attention to detail and a systematic approach

• Proven job history showing stability and progression in similar roles (this is not an entry-level position)

• Ability to take ownership and work independently with minimal supervision

• Strong communication skills for coordinating with engineering teams

Preferred Skills

• Linux system experience (the more experience, the better)

• Proficiency with rework stations (hot air, IR, etc.) and reballing equipment

• Experience with lab inventory management systems

• IPC certification (IPC-7711/7721 or similar) for rework and repair

What We're Looking For

• Treats the lab as their own, taking pride in organization and efficiency

• Has a track record of reliability and ownership in previous roles

• Can demonstrate, not just describe, their technical soldering skills

• Brings structure and accountability to lab operations

• Works well independently while keeping stakeholders informed

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At SPECTRAFORCE, we are committed to maintaining a workplace that ensures fair compensation and wage transparency in adherence with all applicable state and local laws. This position's starting pay is: $45.00/hr.