SMT Machine Operator (Swing)

Vanguard EMS, Inc.

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Beaverton, Oregon, US on site Until 9/28/2026 1+ years exp First posted July 30, 2026 Last posted July 30, 2026
Job description

The SMT Machine Operator collaborates directly with Team Coordinator and department supervisor to ensure printed circuit boards are assembled to specification in a timely manner. This position is key to company quality standards.

Vanguard EMS, Inc. is in the service business. Even with Vanguard’s state of the art technology, vast manufacturing capability, and leading-edge information tools, we wake up every day thinking about how best to serve our customers, suppliers, and the communities in which we live.

Requirements

What you’ll do:

  • Perform machine set-up, clean-up, and surface mount machine operation according to standard operating procedures
  • Maintain quality documentation for set-up, machine operation, inspection results, and daily operations
  • Perform material activities required to maintain accurate control of all material staged in machine area
  • Perform minor maintenance as required to operate machines in an efficient manner
  • Support continuous improvement by looking for opportunities for improvement and working projects
  • Maintain a clean and highly organized area and perform other duties as assigned.

    • What you’ll need:

  • High-level critical thinking, attention to detail, analysis, and oral and written communication skills
  • Demonstrated highly motivated strong leadership and teambuilding skills with self-motivation, problem solving abilities, team spirit and a “hands on” mentality.
  • Effectively manipulate extremely small and/or fragile components and tools.
  • Ability to use visual aids, complicated drawings to verify quality products.
  • Knowledge of common manufacturing processes and/or equipment operation Education and/or Experience
  • High School Diploma, GED or Equivalent
  • Ability to obtain J-STD and IPC certification within 90 days. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • SMT Machine Operations 1+ year experience
  • J-STD and IPC Certification

    • Benefits

    Employees enjoy benefits package including:

  • Medical, Dental & Vision
  • 401K (with employer match)
  • Paid time off
  • Paid holidays
  • Profit sharing
    • About this role

    Summary

    Operate SMT machines, ensure quality assembly, perform maintenance, follow procedures, support improvements.

    Job title

    SMT Machine Operator (Swing)

    Experience level

    1+ years

    Minimum experience

    1+ years exp

    Industry

    manufacturing

    Location requirements

    On-site in Beaverton, Oregon, USA, no remote work allowed

    Salary

    Not specified

    Management role

    No

    Skills & keywords

    Required skills

    machine operationvisual verificationquality documentationmaintenance

    Preferred skills

    J-STDIPC certificationproblem solving

    Specializations

    machine operationsurface mount technologyquality controlmaintenanceassembly
    Locations

    Structured locations inferred from the posting.

    Beaverton, OR, USA

    On-site City