My opinion is that the solder joins are acceptable.  The length of the  lead 
mostly sits on the pad.  I think the the angle shown in the picture  reveals 
that the "back" end of the lead (under the connector body) is right on  the pad.
 
As for the pick and place, I believe that there is a Universal Instruments  
SMT machine that has around 5 kg of down force - would that be enough?
 
Jon Moore



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