Machine Operator

OSI Systems, Inc.; St. Neots; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in electronics manufacturing is seeking skilled individuals to join their team in St Neots. This role involves the operation of advanced PCB assembly machinery, ensuring high-quality standards and efficiency in production. Candidates will be responsible for maintaining equipment and liaising with engineering teams to enhance machine performance. The company prides itself on delivering top-notch electronic products and offers a dynamic work environment focused on innovation and quality. If you have a passion for electronics and a commitment to excellence, this is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to exciting projects.

Qualifications

• Experience in assembling electronic assemblies and operating soldering machines.
• IPC-A-610 qualification is desirable for candidates.

Responsibilities

• Operate PCBA manufacturing machinery and ensure quality output.
• Provide maintenance and initial support for machinery.

Skills

Assembling electronic assemblies

Operating wave soldering machines

Operating selective soldering machines

Problem-solving

Education

IPC-A-610 qualification

Experience in lean manufacturing

Tools

Wave soldering machines

Selective soldering machines

Cleaning machines

Routing machines

Job description

Overview

OSI Electronics, UK is based in St Neots, Cambridgeshire. From design, prototype and PCB assembly to volume box builds, we make electronic products for UK and overseas markets. Being electronics specialists, providing the highest quality, reliability, on-time deliveries, and customer support in UK electronics manufacturing. We focus on end-to-end electronic device manufacturing, customisable to meet the individual requirements of UK and International companies and Original Equipment Manufacturers.

Role Overview

Manufacture PCBAs via processing machinery and equipment such as wave soldering, selective solder, cleaning, and routing machines within the pre-flow process. Adhering to the process procedures and process workflow plans while reporting to the process Supervisor.

Responsibilities

1. Operating PCBA manufacturing machinery within PCBA process
2. Providing routine maintenance on machines
3. Provide initial “first fix” support for fixing machinery and equipment
4. Adhering to work center capacity plans ensuring required output is met
5. Routinely reviewing QA yield results post flow/selective solder with a view to a right first-time pass rate
6. Liaising with engineering to improve machine efficiency

Qualifications

1. Demonstrated experience of assembling electronic assemblies
2. Demonstrated experience of operating wave/selective soldering machines
3. Desirable if previously IPC-A-610 qualified
4. Desirable if experienced with operating within a lean manufacturing environment
5. Good comprehension of English and Maths