Surface Machine Operator

SAFETEST LTD; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

SAFETEST LTD is seeking an SMT Machine Operator to join our production team in Bournemouth. You’ll set up, operate, and monitor SMT equipment to deliver high-quality PCB assemblies, with a preference for experience on Europlacer machines.

Key duties include loading components, supporting changeovers, inspecting placements, following work instructions, and maintaining a clean, safe workspace while meeting production targets.

Qualifications

• Experience operating SMT equipment, preferably Europlacer machines.
• Experience in PCB assembly or electronics manufacturing.
• Strong attention to detail and practical problem solving.
• Ability to follow technical drawings and work instructions.
• Confidence using hand tools and handling electronic components.
• Reliable with good communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Setting up and operating SMT pick-and-place equipment.
• Loading components and feeders and supporting production changeovers.
• Monitoring placement accuracy, carrying out visual inspections and routine quality checks.
• Identifying production issues and making adjustments within your training, escalating when needed.
• Following work instructions, production schedules and ESD procedures.
• Carrying out basic equipment maintenance and keeping your work area clean and organised.
• Working with colleagues to meet safety, quality and production targets.

Skills

SMT equipment operation

Tools

Europlacer machines

Job description

About us

SAFETEST LTD is a flexible electronics manufacturing partner providing PCB assembly and production services, including looms, harnesses and cabinet assembly. We support customers from initial concept through to final delivery, tailoring our services to their project requirements with a strong focus on quality.

The role

We’re looking for an SMT (Surface Mount Technology) Machine Operator to join our production team. You’ll help deliver high-quality PCB assemblies by setting up, operating and monitoring our SMT equipment. Experience with Europlacer machines is preferred.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Setting up and operating SMT pick-and-place equipment.


• Loading components and feeders and supporting production changeovers.


• Monitoring placement accuracy, carrying out visual inspections and routine quality checks.


• Identifying production issues and making adjustments within your training, escalating when needed.


• Following work instructions, production schedules and ESD procedures.


• Carrying out basic equipment maintenance and keeping your work area clean and organised.


• Working with colleagues to meet safety, quality and production targets.

What we’re looking for

• Previous experience operating SMT equipment, ideally Europlacer machines.


• Experience in PCB assembly or electronics manufacturing.


• Strong attention to detail and a practical approach to solving problems.


• Ability to follow technical drawings and detailed work instructions.


• Confidence using appropriate hand tools and handling electronic components.


• Reliability, good communication skills and a positive approach to teamwork.