Experienced SMT Machine Operator

Job Summary & Essential Functions

Build surface mount (SMT) and Mixed Technology printed circuit board assemblies, placing components on boards per controlled parts lists, drawing documentation and quality workmanship guidelines.   

• Setup and operate assigned production equipment, using both automated equipment and manual placement, while achieving goals for quality, efficiency and productivity
• Monitor the operation of equipment to ensure that assemblies are built to print and in compliance with applicable workmanship standards
• Ensure that equipment and processes remain within acceptable parameters through quality audits, monitoring and troubleshooting
• Adjust machines or processes to correct problems
• Assist with rework, hand soldering and advanced troubleshooting
• Maintain necessary logs and records
• Inspect printed solder paste and component alignment for accuracy
• Understand and identify defects in accordance with applicable workmanship standard and class
• Perform daily machine maintenance activities for assigned production equipment as specified on the Preventive Maintenance schedules
• Perform manual placement of SMT and PIH components
• Load feeders for equipment and wash boards as needed 
   

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, job orders, specifications, drawings, schematics, process sheets, wiring diagrams, and small print
• Intermediate level in MS Office applications (Word and Excel)
• Basic understanding of SMT theories (i.e., reflow profiling, screen printing defects, etc.)
• Ability to read and understand load plans
• Advanced component identification skills
• Recognize and identify the different types of solder paste and their applications
• Use a variety of hand tools, including calipers
• Mechanical ability to troubleshoot and correct mechanical problems with assigned production equipment
• Ability to work with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail to produce quality results
• Ability to work in a high volume, high detail work environment
• Ability to read, comprehend and follow instructions
• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Ability to manipulate and work with tedious and small parts
• Strong decision-making skills; utilizing sound judgement and thorough processes
• Ability to initiate projects and tasks as required to fulfill goals and deadlines
• Ability to be creative and innovative with solutions, problem resolution and product/ project assignments
• Ability to initiate projects and tasks as required to fulfill goals and deadlines 
   

Required Experience & Education 

• Associates degree in related field
• Minimum 5 years of relevant job experience