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Aerotek Solderer Assembler in Milford, Connecticut
Job Title: Solderer Assembler Job Description
The purpose of this role is to manage and perform soldering of electrical connections, wire lead preparation, minor assembly, and inspection with a focus on timeliness and high quality.
Responsibilities
Perform soldering of switch assemblies in accordance with drawing specifications and PS 20 standard.
Cut wire and prepare leads as required.
Operate Komax cutter/stripper machine, proper hand tools, and thermal handheld wire stripper.
Operate soldering station and control tip temperature to optimize quality and output.
Understand component parts identification, process improvement, and inventory awareness.
Provide 'on demand' soldering services to the production floor.
Monitor wire and other supply inventories, and initiate replacement orders as needed.
Eliminate non-value-added activities.
Perform quality inspection of work product.
Practice company-wide reliable methods.
Initiate action to prevent nonconformity, identify and record all problems relating to the product, process, and quality system.
Initiate or recommend solutions, verify the effectiveness of the solutions, and control further processing or delivery of nonconformance until it has been resolved.
Maintain a safe working environment by following company safety procedures.
Explain the Quality Policy and its impact on your work, even though memorization is not required.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Essential Skills
Ability to solder electrical connections in accordance with PS 20 - Process Standard.
Ability to read, understand, and follow detailed drawings and work instructions.
Working knowledge of various soldering alloys, fluxes, and cleaning materials and procedures.
Demonstrated written, verbal, and interpersonal skills.
Basic reading, writing, and math skills gained through a high school education.
Ability to work in a team-based environment.
Commitment to continuous learning and improvement.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience with soldering, assembly, electronic assembly, mechanical assembly.
Proficiency in reading schematics and blueprints.
Work Environment
The work environment requires operating various machines and tools such as the Komax cutter/stripper machine and soldering stations. Safety procedures are strictly followed to maintain a secure workspace.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Milford, CT.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $22.00/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 Milford,CT.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Mar 13, 2026.
About Aerotek:
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 meets 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 solving for 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.
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.