SMT Operator

SMT Operator – Electronics Manufacturing

Industry: Electronics Manufacturing

Job Type: Full-Time

Pay Rate: $25.00–$30.00/hour (depending on experience)

Shifts Available:

• Afternoon/Night Shift: Monday to Thursday, 4:30 PM – 2:30 AM (30-minute unpaid meal break and two 15-minute paid breaks)

Position Summary

Our client, an established electronics manufacturing company, is seeking experienced and detail-oriented SMT Operators to join their production team.

The successful candidates will be responsible for setting up, operating, programming, troubleshooting, and maintaining Siemens Dematic SMT equipment, particularly pick-and-place machines, to ensure efficient production and high-quality printed circuit board (PCB) assemblies.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and monitor Siemens Dematic SMT equipment, including pick-and-place machines.
• Perform machine programming, adjustments, troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance to maintain optimal equipment performance.
• Ensure production targets are achieved while maintaining consistent quality standards.
• Inspect PCB assemblies to identify defects, component placement issues, and other production concerns.
• Conduct failure analysis, root cause investigations, and corrective actions as required.
• Troubleshoot equipment and software issues to minimize production downtime.
• Maintain accurate production records and inventory transactions using MRP systems.
• Follow established safety procedures, ISO guidelines, and quality control standards.
• Collaborate with production and engineering teams to resolve technical issues and improve manufacturing processes.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Previous hands-on SMT machine operating experience is required.
• Experience operating Siemens Dematic SMT equipment is highly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of SMT processes, pick-and-place machines, and PCB assembly.
• Experience with SMT machine setup, programming, troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance.
• Ability to identify production defects and perform quality inspections.
• Familiarity with ISO procedures and quality control (QC) standards is an asset.
• Strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and ability to work independently.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced electronics manufacturing environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• 5+ years of SMT operating experience.
• Experience with Siemens Dematic or comparable SMT equipment.
• Knowledge of MRP systems, production documentation, and quality assurance procedures.

How to Apply

If you have hands-on experience operating SMT equipment and are interested in joining an established electronics manufacturing company, we encourage you to apply with your updated resume. Please send your resume to anna.filamor@expresspros.com

Please note: Previous SMT equipment operating experience is required. Candidates with Siemens Dematic experience will be given preference.