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: $ 44.00/hr.
