Experience: Senior Level
Salary: $28 - $31 per hour
Job Details
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Key Responsibilities
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Supervise daily operations of SMT/PCB assembly lines, including pick-and-place, screen printing, and reflow processes
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Lead, coach, and develop a team of SMT operators, technicians, and support staff
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Ensure production schedules are met while maintaining high quality and efficiency standards
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Monitor and improve key metrics such as throughput, uptime, scrap, and first pass yield (FPY)
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Troubleshoot equipment and process issues, partnering with engineering and maintenance teams as needed
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Support setups, changeovers, and line balancing to optimize productivity
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Enforce adherence to work instructions, ESD protocols, and safety standards
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Partner with Quality to ensure compliance with IPC standards (IPC-A-610, J-STD-001)
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Support New Product Introduction (NPI) activities, including process validation and operator training
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Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean manufacturing principles
Qualifications
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High school diploma or equivalent required; technical degree preferred
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3+ years of SMT/PCBA manufacturing experience
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Strong knowledge of SMT equipment (pick-and-place machines, solder paste printers, reflow ovens, AOI)
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Experience with SMT process setup, troubleshooting, and yield improvement
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Familiarity with IPC standards and electronics assembly best practices
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Ability to read and interpret work instructions, assembly drawings, and production schedules
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Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
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Flexibility to support off-shifts or overtime as needed
A bit about us:
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We are seeking an experienced SMT Operator to lead and oversee surface mount technology (SMT) operations within a fast-paced electronics manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for driving production performance, ensuring product quality, and leading a team of operators and technicians to meet customer and delivery requirements.
Why join us?
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Medical, Dental, Vision
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401k with match
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Generous PTO + sick leave
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Exponential growth opportunities
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