2nd-Shift SMT Operator: Assembly & Troubleshooting

XLR8 EMS; San Clemente (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

XLR8 EMS in California is seeking a skilled SMT Technician to set up, operate, and troubleshoot SMT equipment including screen printers, pick-and-place, reflow ovens, SPI, and AOI systems. You will conduct changeovers, feeder setup, and program loading to support production.

You will verify component placement, interpret BOMs and drawings, ensure tooling readiness, monitor for defects, perform basic maintenance, and assist with first article inspections, all while adhering to ESD and safety

Qualifications

• Experience with SMT equipment and component packages.
• Ability to read BOMs and assembly drawings.
• Experience with Tape and Reel and feeder loading is a plus.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and troubleshoot SMT equipment including screen printers, pick-and-place machines, reflow ovens, SPI, and AOI systems.
• Perform machine changeovers, mechanical adjustments, feeder setup, and program loading.
• Conduct offline setup and teardown of feeders and carts.
• Verify correct component placement, polarity, and setup prior to production runs.
• Interpret work instructions, BOMs, and setup sheets.
• Ensure all required tooling, stencils, and fixtures are available before beginning setup.
• Monitor production for defects and take corrective action as needed.
• Perform basic machine maintenance and elevate technical issues to Engineering or Maintenance.
• Support first article inspections and process validation activities.
• Maintain accurate production and quality documentation.
• Train and assist SMT Operator I team members as needed.
• Follow ESD, safety, and quality procedures at all times.
• Work overtime as required to meet production schedules.

Skills

SMT equipment knowledge

BOM/ drawings interpretation

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

XLR8 EMS in California is seeking a skilled SMT Technician to set up, operate, and troubleshoot SMT equipment including screen printers, pick-and-place, reflow ovens, SPI, and AOI systems. You will conduct changeovers, feeder setup, and program loading to support production.

You will verify component placement, interpret BOMs and drawings, ensure tooling readiness, monitor for defects, perform basic maintenance, and assist with first article inspections, all while adhering to ESD and safety