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General information

Name
Surface Mount Solderer
Ref #
165
Date
Thursday, January 22, 2026
State
Bedford
Country
United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
Department
Manufacturing
Business unit
Production
Position level
Operatives
Working time
Full-time
Working arrangements
On-site

Description & Requirements

Are you skilled in soldering and passionate about producing high-quality work? Join our friendly and professional Auto Assembly team, where precision and teamwork come together to deliver excellence. We’re looking for a detail-oriented individual with experience in electronic assembly, soldering to IPC Class 3 standards. This individual will be working as part of a team in Auto assembly and mainly responsible for re-working a combination of SMT and through hole components.  

Main Duties:

 

  • Rework SMT and PTH components using a variety of equipment and techniques such as hot air pencil and back heaters
  • Interacting with automatic inspection systems such as AOI/X-ray  
  • Follow detailed assembly instructions and build standards to ensure accuracy and consistency.
  • Complete traceability paperwork including batch records, build reports, and logs.
  • Maintain soldering tools and equipment, including microscopes and soldering irons.
  • Ensure compliance with IPC 610 standards, ESD requirements, and Health & Safety guidelines.
  • Collaborate with team members to meet weekly production targets.
  • Attend team meetings and contribute ideas to improve processes and efficiency.
  • Work flexibly and proactively to support production and quality goals.

 

 

Person Specification

  • Minimum 12 months experience in soldering electronic printed circuit boards; IPC 610 or J-STD. Preferably with SMT or PTH rework experience.
  • Experience of working with a microscope due to size of componentry.
  • Strong hand-eye coordination and attention to detail.
  • Good understanding of English, both verbal and written.
  • Professional attitude with strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Able to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office, quality databases).

 

At Axis we expect every employee to commit to our Teamship Rules:

  • Caring: for each other, our customers, our suppliers and all other stakeholders
  • Hardworking: with diligence, creativity, and by going the extra mile
  • Integrity: through honesty with oneself and with others
  • Positivity: a can-do attitude
  • Synergy: a united front as team Axis