SMT Production Supervisor

Kaertech Electronics Philippines; Biñan; On-site; PHP 600,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaertech Electronics Philippines in Biñan, Laguna, is seeking an experienced SMT Production Supervisor to lead line operations, ensure targets, quality and safety standards.

You will mentor operators, drive continuous improvement (Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen), enforce IPC-A-610 and ESD practices, and collaborate with QA to resolve defects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electronics, Manufacturing, or related field.
• Minimum five years of SMT production leadership experience.
• Strong knowledge of SMT processes, solder paste application, and IPC defect classification.
• Familiarity with IPC-A-610 standards and ESD practices.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines; excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervises SMT line operations including setup, programming, and troubleshooting of equipment.
• Ensures production targets, yield, and throughput are achieved.
• Monitors workflow to minimize downtime and optimize efficiency.
• Leads, trains, and mentors SMT operators and technicians.
• Assigns tasks, monitors performance, and provides feedback.
• Fosters a culture of safety, accountability, and teamwork.
• Enforces IPC standards and company quality procedures.
• Conducts inspections and audits to ensure product quality.
• Collaborates with QA engineers to resolve defects and improve processes.
• Identifies bottlenecks and implements corrective actions.
• Drives continuous improvement initiatives (Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen).
• Recommends equipment upgrades or process changes to enhance productivity.
• Prepares daily production reports and performance metrics.
• Maintains accurate records of line performance, downtime, and defects.
• Supports management in planning and forecasting production capacity.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electronics, Manufacturing, or related field

Job description

Responsibilities

• Supervises SMT line operations, including setup, programming, and troubleshooting of equipment.
• Ensures production targets, yield, and throughput are achieved.
• Monitors workflow to minimize downtime and optimize efficiency.
• Leads, trains, and mentors SMT operators and technicians.
• Assigns tasks, monitors performance, and provides feedback.
• Fosters a culture of safety, accountability, and teamwork.
• Enforces IPC standards and company quality procedures.
• Conducts inspections and audits to ensure product quality.
• Collaborates with QA engineers to resolve defects and improve processes.
• Identifies bottlenecks and implements corrective actions.
• Drives continuous improvement initiatives (Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen).
• Recommends equipment upgrades or process changes to enhance productivity.
• Prepares daily production reports and performance metrics.
• Maintains accurate records of line performance, downtime, and defects.
• Supports management in planning and forecasting production capacity.

Must Have

• Graduate of Bachelor’s degree in Electronics, Manufacturing, or related field.
• With minimum five (5) years of experience in SMT production or electronics manufacturing in a leadership capacity.
• Strong knowledge of SMT processes, solder paste application, and defect classification (IPC).
• Has familiarity with IPC-A-610 standards and ESD practices.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines, excellent problem-solving and communication abilities.