Solder Mask Technician

R&D Circuits a member company of Advantest America, Inc., which is wholly owned by Advantest Corporation (a Tokyo Stock Exchange listed company). For over 50 years, R&D Circuits has been a leader in the printed circuit board industry.

Job Description:

• Prepare PCB panels for solder mask application (cleaning, inspection)
• Apply solder mask coatings to printed circuit boards (PCBs) using automated equipment.
• Perform visual inspections of PCBs before and after the solder mask process to ensure quality.
• Maintain and troubleshoot solder mask equipment as needed.
• Adhere to all standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Collaborate with the production team to meet deadlines and quality standards.
• Follow safety procedures and maintain a clean work environment.
• Document and report any issues or defects to the Production Manager.

Technical Duties

The duties of the Screening Technician include but are not limited to:

* Ink jet legend printing.

* Preparing/ cleaning panels for solder mask

* Screening of solder mask

* Mixing ink for solder mask

* Developing solder mask panels

* Tack dry and curing.

* Via hole filling (conductive and non-conductive) and pre-cleaning

* Sanding via filled holes.

* Special applications.