SMT Technician — Hands-On Electronics, Modern Facility

Orion Electrotech; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading electronics manufacturer in Basingstoke is seeking an experienced SMT Technician to join their team. This role involves setting up and operating SMT machinery, preparing materials, and ensuring optimal performance of production equipment. The ideal candidate has a proactive, hands-on approach and ideally possesses an engineering background in electronics. This position offers competitive salary and various employee benefits, making it an excellent opportunity in a modern, high-end environment.

Benefits

Salary of £28,000 - £32,000 depending on experience

25 days holiday and bank holidays

Extra day off for birthday

Private healthcare and cash plan

Company bonus scheme

Life assurance (4x salary)

Up to 5% employer pension contribution

Enhanced parental leave

Cycle to work scheme

Free parking

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an SMT production role is desirable.
• Understanding of surface mount machinery and PCB build processes.
• Confidence in reading build documentation and technical drawings.
• A hands-on and proactive work approach.
• Ideally has an engineering background, preferably in electronics.
• Comfortable using Microsoft Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate SMT equipment, including printers, reflow ovens, and pick-and-place machines.
• Prepare inventory, feeders, and materials for production runs.
• Read build instructions and interpret engineering drawings.
• Perform first-off inspections and support AOI fault reviews.
• Calibrate and maintain machines for optimal performance.
• Handle components correctly, ensuring ESD precautions and MSL awareness.
• Support continuous line operations and assist with manual part placement.

Skills

SMT production experience

Understanding of surface mount machinery

Reading build documentation

Hands-on, proactive approach

Electronics engineering background

Microsoft Word and Excel proficiency

Job description

A leading electronics manufacturer in Basingstoke is seeking an experienced SMT Technician to join their team. This role involves setting up and operating SMT machinery, preparing materials, and ensuring optimal performance of production equipment. The ideal candidate has a proactive, hands-on approach and ideally possesses an engineering background in electronics. This position offers competitive salary and various employee benefits, making it an excellent opportunity in a modern, high-end environment.