SMT Operator

TN United Kingdom; Luton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking skilled assembly technicians to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will assemble products for major OEMs across various sectors, ensuring adherence to IPC-A-610 standards. Your expertise in programming SMT machines and maintaining production lines will be crucial to achieving high-quality results. This role offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment where your contributions directly impact the success of innovative projects. If you're passionate about precision and quality in manufacturing, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in assembling products according to IPC-A-610 standards.
• Ability to program SMT machines and operate stencil printers.

Responsibilities

• Assemble products following defined instructions and IPC-A-610 standards.
• Document deviations from standards and ensure quality processes.

Skills

Pre-kitting SMT machines

Program and operate Stencil Printers

Load placement programming

Component package checks for SMT lines

Maintenance on MT line

Operate and maintain TSM and Heller ovens

Control solder paste

Handle Moisture Sensitive Components

Certification to IPC-A-610

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The Role

To assemble products in accordance with defined build instructions for a variety of major OEMs in market sectors including Automotive, Clean Energy, Communication & Broadcasting, Consumer, Defence & Aerospace, Homeland Security, IP Development Platforms, Medical, Scientific Research & Space.

Key Responsibilities

1. Assemble products following defined build instructions and IPC-A-610 standards.
2. Document any deviations from IPC-A-610 standards clearly and concisely on build instructions before starting work on customer products.
3. Ensure processes are robust, clear, and consistently achieve required standards; confirm documentation quality supports expected results.
4. Demonstrate training and competencies to meet or exceed expectations.
5. Adhere strictly to processes; highlight gaps or improvements for supervision, and update documentation in QMS accordingly.
6. Comply with company Quality Standards and procedures.
7. Notify supervision if unable to meet quoted build times.

The Candidate

• Experience in pre-kitting SMT machines.
• Ability to program and operate Stencil Printers.
• Proficient in load placement programming and set value checks for SMT lines.
• Ability to create or adjust component package checks for SMT lines.
• Perform maintenance on the MT line as required.
• Operate and maintain TSM and Heller ovens.
• Control solder paste.
• Handle Moisture Sensitive Components.
• Certification to IPC-A-610.

The Package

The salary for this position ranges from £25,000 to £33,000, plus overtime, for candidates who meet all key qualifications and abilities.

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