Job Description
Job Description
Job Description
Description:
Summary:
Operate SMT machines to place surface mount components and solder reflow devices onto printed circuit boards (PCBs). Responsible for the set-up, operation, and basic maintenance of all equipment on the SMT line, including the screen printer, pick-and-place machines, and reflow oven.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Follow process sheets and work instructions to ensure accurate product builds.
- Load feeders for surface mount machines using the machine-generated load list.
- Verify part numbers and materials match the job being run.
- Initiate and select correct programs for the SMT screen printer, pick-and-place machines, and reflow oven.
- Select and install the proper stencil for screen printing operations.
- Perform in-process quality checks and inspection of boards as required.
- Ensure compliance with standards of ESD, IPC-A-610, ISO procedures, and company policies.
- Conduct routine preventative maintenance on screen printers and pick-and-place machines per schedule.
- Clean boards as required, based on soldering chemistry and work instructions.
- Accurately record production and inspection data.
- Perform all other duties as assigned by supervisor or lead.
Job Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Basic computer and Microsoft Office skills.
- Knowledge of electronic components and ability to identify parts.
- Familiarity with SMT machine operation and preventative maintenance.
- Ability to interpret and follow IPC-A-610 work standards.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
- Good communication skills and ability to work in a team environment.
Education & Experience:
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Minimum 3-4 years of SMT manufacturing experience required.
- IPC certification (IPC-A-610) preferred.
- Experience with full process of circuit board assembly to include
- Stencil Printing (Ekra experience a plus)
- SPI (Pemtron experience a plus)
- P&P (Siemens/ASM experience a plus)
- Reflow (Vitronics experience a plus)
Work Environment & Physical Requirements:
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during the shift.
- Manual dexterity for handling small components under a microscope.
- Ability to lift up to 30–35 lbs occasionally.
- Work performed in an ESD-controlled manufacturing environment.
Requirements:
Job Tags
Work at office, Shift work,