Job Description
Job Description
SMT Operator
Location : Merrimack, New Hampshire
Department : Surface Mount Technology (SMT)
Schedule : Monday – Friday, 7 : 00 AM – 3 : 30 PM
Pay Range : $20–$25 per hour, based on experience
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 1–2 years of SMT manufacturing experience required.IPC certification (IPC-A-610) preferred.Experience with full process of circuit board assembly to includeStencil 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.Powered by JazzHR
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