Electrical Assembly - SMT Operator

SMT Operator

Summary

The SMT Operator is responsible for supporting Surface Mount Technology (SMT) manufacturing processes used in PCB assembly. This position involves operating SMT equipment, performing quality inspections, supporting production activities, and maintaining high manufacturing standards in a fast-paced electronics environment.

Candidates with experience in SMT, electronics assembly, PCB assembly, PCB inspection, AOI inspection, soldering, testing, repair, or electronics manufacturing are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Operate and support SMT production equipment and PCB assembly processes.
• Load, verify, and replenish electronic components, feeders, reels, and trays according to work instructions and Bills of Materials (BOMs).
• Perform visual inspections of PCB assemblies and identify defects, missing components, polarity issues, solder defects, and placement concerns.
• Follow work instructions, routers, engineering documentation, and quality procedures.
• Support solder paste printing and stencil setup activities.
• Assist with machine setup, changeovers, and production line support.
• Perform basic troubleshooting of production issues and escalate concerns when required.
• Support AOI, X-Ray, quality inspection, testing, or rework activities as assigned.
• Complete production documentation accurately and maintain traceability records.
• Follow ESD, safety, and manufacturing procedures.
• Support continuous improvement and housekeeping activities.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• At least 1 year of experience in one or more of the following:- SMT Manufacturing
• Electronics Assembly
• PCB Assembly
• PCB Inspection
• AOI Inspection
• Ability to read work instructions, assembly drawings, or manufacturing documentation.
• Strong attention to detail and quality.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment and stand for extended periods.

Preferred Qualifications

• SMT machine operation experience.
• Pick & Place machine experience.
• Feeder setup and loading experience.
• AOI inspection experience.
• Solder paste printing or stencil setup experience.
• SPI experience.
• Reflow oven experience.
• X-Ray / AXI experience.
• Microscope soldering experience.
• PCB rework experience.
• Experience working with IPC-A-610 and/or J-STD-001 standards.
• SMT programming experience.

Pay Details: $21.00 to $23.00 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.