Technician (SMT Material Management)

Rohde & Schwarz; Johor Bahru; On-site; MYR 20,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology company is seeking a Material Management Technician in Johor Bahru, Malaysia. The role involves managing materials for SMT production, ensuring efficiency through inventory control and proper handling. Candidates should have a diploma and experience in an electronics manufacturing environment. The position offers attractive compensation and a good work-life balance.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Attractive compensation

Good work-life balance

Career opportunities

Health care

Global network of technology experts

High-tech company with excellent products

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in electronics manufacturing or SMT environment.
• Ability to read BOMs, work instructions, and assembly drawings.
• Strong attention to detail and well-organized.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and issue kits to SMT lines according to production schedules and BOMs.
• Monitor stock levels of SMT components and notify shortages.
• Ensure compliance with company standards for traceability and material control.
• Assist with line setup and teardown based on job changeovers.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organization

Component identification

ESD handling

Familiarity with IPC standards

Education

Diploma or equivalent

Technical diploma

Tools

ERP systems

Barcode scanners

Job description

The Material Management Technician is responsible for ensuring the accurate and timely handling, storage, and distribution of materials for SMT (Surface Mount Technology) production lines. This role supports production efficiency by maintaining material availability, performing inventory control, and ensuring that materials are properly prepared and presented for SMT processes.

Responsibilities

• Material Handling & Kitting
• Prepare and issue kits to SMT lines according to production schedules and BOMs (Bill of Materials)
• Ensure all components are correct, properly labeled, and in usable condition
• Load/unload reels, trays, and components to/from machines as required Inventory Management
• Monitor stock levels of SMT components, notify shortages, and coordinate with purchasing or planning
• Perform regular inventory cycle counts and reconcile discrepancies
• Maintain proper storage of moisture-sensitive devices (MSDs) in compliance with IPC standards
• Use ERP/MRP systems to track material movements and update inventory records
• Ensure accurate data entry of lot numbers, quantities, and part numbers
• Handle ESD-sensitive components by following proper ESD procedures
• Ensure compliance with company standards for traceability and material control
• Report and isolate non-conforming materials
• Replenish feeders, components, and materials during production runs
• Assist with line setup and teardown based on job changeovers
• Communicate material shortages or issues to production leads or engineers promptly

Qualifications

• Diploma or equivalent; technical diploma is a plus
• 1–3 years of experience in electronics manufacturing or SMT environment
• Familiarity with component identification, ESD handling, and IPC standards
• Experience using ERP systems and barcode scanners
• Ability to read BOMs, work instructions, and assembly drawings
• Strong attention to detail and well-organized

Interested?

We are looking forward to receiving your application! Ideally, you should apply online with the reference number. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact your recruiting contact via LinkedIn or XING.

Equal opportunities are important to us. We are looking forward to receiving your application regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion, ideology, disability, age as well as sexual orientation and identity.

Rohde & Schwarz is a global technology company with approximately 14,000 employees and three divisions Test & Measurement, Technology Systems and Networks & Cybersecurity. For 90 years, the company has been developing cutting-edge technology, pushing the boundaries of what is technically possible and enabling customers from various sectors such as business, government and public authorities to maintain their technological sovereignty.

Our offer

• Flexible working hours within framework
• Attractive compensation
• Good work-life balance
• Career opportunities
• Health care
• Global network of technology experts
• High-tech company with excellent products