Electronics Operator

RØDE; Sydney; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Freedman Electronics Pty Ltd is seeking a full-time Electronics Operator to join our Surface Mount Technology (SMT) team in Sydney. You will operate SMT production equipment and contribute to high-quality PCBA assembly and inspection.

The role requires experience with electronic components, strong manual dexterity, and the ability to work independently while maintaining safety and accuracy. On-site position with a normal day shift from 6am to 2:06pm.

Qualifications

• Experience or knowledge of electronic components and assembly processes.
• Background in electronics manufacturing (highly regarded).
• Strong manual dexterity with small, delicate components.
• Good mechanical aptitude and confidence using tools and fixtures.
• High attention to detail with a focus on quality and accuracy.
• Comfortable working independently and managing your own output.
• Experience assembling or inspecting products under a microscope (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Operate SMT production equipment safely and efficiently.
• Perform through-hole soldering to IPC standards.
• Operate selective soldering and AOI equipment.
• Carry out PCBA assembly, inspection and rework to a high standard.
• Ensure accuracy by self-checking work and minimising errors.
• Replenish components and materials, and complete job changeovers smoothly.
• Accurately record task times against Production Orders.
• Maintain a clean, organised, and safe work area.
• Support minor maintenance activities as required.
• Assist with other tasks as directed by team leaders, supervisors and managers

Skills

Electronics assembly

Manufacturing experience

Manual dexterity

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Microscope inspection

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity for a full-time Electronics Operator to join our Surface Mount Technology (SMT) team.

• Employment Type: Full-Time
• Shift Time: 6am - 2:06pm

What you'll do

• Operate SMT production equipment safely and efficiently
• Perform through-hole soldering to IPC standards
• Operate selective soldering and AOI (Automated Optical Inspection) equipment
• Carry out PCBA assembly, inspection and rework to a high standard
• Ensure accuracy by self-checking work and minimising errors
• Replenish components and materials, and complete job changeovers smoothly
• Accurately record task times against Production Orders
• Maintain a clean, organised, and safe work area
• Support minor maintenance activities as required
• Assist with other tasks as directed by team leaders, supervisors and managers

Qualifications

• Experience or knowledge of electronic components and assembly processes
• Background in electronics manufacturing (highly regarded)
• Strong manual dexterity, with the ability to handle small, delicate components
• Good mechanical aptitude and confidence using tools and fixtures
• High attention to detail with a focus on quality and accuracy
• Comfortable working independently and managing your own output
• Experience assembling or inspecting products under a microscope (preferred)

About Freedman Electronics Pty Ltd

RØDE manufactures and exports precision tools of creativity to the world. Our Australian designed and made microphones are exported globally enabling millions of people around the world to be heard. Our employees are passionate, hardworking, talented and are pivotal to our success.