SMT Operator

Holt Recruitment Group Limited; South Zeal; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Holt Recruitment Group Limited is assisting an established electronics manufacturing business in Poole to hire an experienced SMT Operator. This hands-on role involves operating screen printers, pick and place machines and reflow ovens as part of a skilled SMT team.

You will verify quality with AOI equipment, hand build SMT assemblies where required, and ensure on-time delivery while maintaining a clean, safe production area.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in electronics manufacturing, SMT environment preferred.
• Good attention to detail and quality focus.
• Proficient with MS Outlook, Word and Excel.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.
• IPC A-610 and/or IPC J-STD-001 knowledge advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Operate screen printers, pick & place machines and reflow ovens.
• Operate AOI equipment and perform product verification.
• Hand build SMT assemblies when required.
• Monitor production against timescales and delivery dates.
• Identify and report issues affecting quality, production or deadlines.
• Carry out preventative maintenance tasks as required.
• Maintain a clean, safe and organised production area.
• Follow Health & Safety and ESD procedures.
• Collaborate with the wider production team to meet the plan.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Computer skills (Outlook, Word, Excel)

Strong communication

Flexibility

Education

IPC A-610/IPC J-STD-001 qualification (advantage)

Tools

Outlook

Word

Excel

Job description

Are you an experienced SMT Operator looking for your next opportunity within electronics manufacturing?

We are currently recruiting for an experienced SMT Operator to join an established manufacturing business in Poole. This is a hands‑on production role working as part of an experienced SMT team, producing electronic assemblies to strict quality and delivery standards.

The Role

• Operating screen printers, pick & place machines and reflow ovens.
• Operating and working with Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) equipment.
• Carrying out product verification and inspection to ensure quality standards are maintained.
• Hand building SMT assemblies where required.
• Monitoring production against agreed timescales and ensuring customer delivery dates are achieved.
• Identifying and reporting issues that could affect quality, production or delivery deadlines.
• Carrying out preventative maintenance tasks as required.
• Maintaining a clean, tidy and organised production area.
• Following all company Health & Safety and ESD procedures.
• Working closely with the wider production team to ensure the production plan is achieved.

What We're Looking For

• Minimum 3 years' experience within an electronics manufacturing environment.
• Previous experience working within an SMT production environment.
• Good attention to detail and a strong focus on quality.
• Good computer skills, including knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• A flexible approach and the ability to work in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.
• IPC A-610 and/or IPC J-STD-001 knowledge/qualifications would be advantageous.
• Permanent position within an established electronics manufacturing environment.
• Varied SMT production role with opportunities to utilise a range of technical skills.
• Work as part of an experienced production team.
• Opportunity to develop your skills across different areas of the SMT process.
• Competitive salary based on experience.