SMT Operator

SMT Operator
Location: Merrimack, New Hampshire
Department: Surface Mount Technology (SMT)
Schedule: Monday – Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
Pay Range: $24-$28 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 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.