SMT Technician – Night Shift

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The SMT Line Operator serves as a hands-on technical lead responsible for the day-to-day performance, reliability, and optimization of the SMT production line. This role is the first line of defense for line-down events, with a strong emphasis on mechanical troubleshooting, program optimization, and continuous improvement.

Hours: Monday – Thursday, 4PM – 3AM.

Functions & Responsibilities:

  • Direct involvement through your own efforts in ensuring the efficient and effective operation of the SMT line.
  • First line of defense for manufacturing line down issues, especially related to mechanical issues.
  • Provide support and training to SMT Specialists.
  • Provide direct support for line startup and product changeover.
  • Make online SMT program changes and any required equipment changes as a result.
  • Operate the Xray.
  • Operate automated optical inspection (AOI).
  • Responsible for performing preventative maintenance.
  • Initiate and implement efficiency, line utilization, quality, and cost improvement activities.
  • Work with process engineers and process technicians to implement new equipment and new processes.

The skills you need to succeed:

  • Pass a pre-employment vision exam (all candidates must be able to accurately distinguish colors used to identify electronic components, indicators, and markings).
  • Pass a dexterity test among others at discretion of employer.
  • Strong understanding of assembly equipment and electronics.
  • Ability to work with minimal assistance.
  • Ability to work and lead as a member of a team.
  • Ability to work in environments experiencing routine and rapid change.
  • Excellent organization and decision-making skills.
  • You must have a high level of energy and enthusiasm.

Education & experience of a successful candidate:

  • 2-year college degree in electronics or related field or 4-6 years of experience in equivalent field
  • Certification(s) for electronic assembly equipment
  • Firsthand experience with lean manufacturing and /or six sigma desirable

Benefits:

  • Health insurance (with low deductibles)
  • Disability insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • 401K retirement plan
  • 401K match (after 1 year of service)
  • Paid time off (PTO)
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Flexible medical and dependent care spending account
  • Fitness gym on site
  • Health wellness program with cash incentives

 

Not sure you meet every qualification? Apply anyway! We’d love to learn more about you and review your resume.

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