SMT Machine Operator

The SMT Machine Operator is primarily responsible for running the automated equipment that assembles printed circuit boards, including loading programs, loading solder stencils, loading components, and ensuring the machines are properly maintained. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Pull components needed based on information provided in the BOM.
• Identify and confirm component information.
• Load and replenish components into the machines as needed.
• Ability to identify component type and polarity
• Perform in-process inspections utilizing magnification and visual aids
• Identify any defects during the assembly process and take steps to mitigate them.
• Interface with technicians/engineers to reduce defects and optimize runtime.
• All other duties as assigned.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

Education

• High school or equivalent

Experience

• 1-2 years of related machine experience preferred
• Knowledge of electronic component identification is a plus
• PCB assembly and soldering experience is a plus
• Demonstrated ability and willingness to use AI tools to improve productivity, decision-making, work quality, and to reduce costs. The successful candidate must be able to identify appropriate AI use cases and critically evaluate AI-generated outputs.

Qualifications

• IPC training/certification is a plus
• Hands-on experience with mechanical/electronic assembly
• Demonstrated ability and willingness to use AI tools to improve productivity, decision-making, work quality, and to reduce costs. The successful candidate must be able to identify appropriate AI use cases and critically evaluate AI-generated outputs.
• Organizational skills required
• Demonstrated experience as a team player

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must be performed with or without reasonable accommodation.

• The employee is routinely required to stand and walk. The employee is regularly required to use hands and must possess manual dexterity.  The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.
• The work environment occasionally exposed to fumes. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.