Advanced SMT Machine Operator

Ducommun, Inc.; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $1000

401K match

Annual bonus

Tuition reimbursement

Paid vacation

Job summary

Ducommun Inc. in Tulsa, OK is seeking an experienced Advanced SMT Machine Operator to join our electronics manufacturing team. This is not an entry-level role and requires hands-on experience with SMT equipment in a high-mix, fast-paced environment.

You will set up, operate, troubleshoot, and maintain SMT lines, verify programs and tooling, perform first article inspections, and work with Engineering and Quality to drive continuous improvement and IPC‑610 compliant assemblies.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of SMT manufacturing experience.
• Experience setting up and changing SMT machines.
• Experience troubleshooting SMT issues independently.

Responsibilities

• Perform complete setup, changeover, and operation of SMT production equipment.
• Load and verify machine programs, feeders, components, tooling, and production documentation.
• Set up and operate: Pick‑and‑place equipment; Solder paste printers; Reflow ovens; Board handling equipment; AOI systems.
• Conduct first article inspections and verify production readiness prior to release.
• Diagnose and correct placement, feeder, printer, and reflow issues.
• Identify root causes of defects including misalignment, tombstoning, bridging, insufficient solder, polarity errors, and missing components.
• Work closely with Engineering, Quality, and Production teams to resolve manufacturing issues.
• Monitor equipment performance and recommend process improvements.
• Verify assemblies meet IPC-A-610 quality standards.
• Conduct visual inspections of SMT assemblies.
• Recognize defect trends and take corrective action before quality issues impact production.
• Ensure accurate completion of production and quality documentation.

Skills

SMT manufacturing

Equipment setup

Troubleshooting SMT

IPC-A-610

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Panasonic

Juki

MyData/Mycronic

Job description

Advanced SMT Machine Operator

Ducommun Inc. in Tulsa Oklahoma is seeking an experienced
SMT Operator to join our electronics manufacturing team. This is not an
entry-level position. The ideal candidate will have hands‑on experience setting
up, operating, troubleshooting, and maintaining Surface Mount Technology (SMT)
equipment in a high‑mix, fast‑paced production environment.
The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring
efficient machine operation, minimizing downtime, maintaining product quality,
and supporting continuous improvement efforts throughout the SMT manufacturing
process.

Who are we?

Founded in
1849, Ducommun is the oldest company in California. Starting as a hardware supply store during
the California Gold Rush and eventually assisted in the birth of the aerospace
industry in Southern California by providing aircraft aluminum to early
aerospace pioneers like Lindbergh, Douglas and Lockheed.

Today
Ducommun is a global provider of innovative manufacturing solutions for
customers in the aerospace, defense and industrial markets. We specialize in electronic and structural
systems, providing complex products and components for commercial aircraft
platforms, mission‑critical military and space programs, and sophisticated industrial applications.
Our
Facility in Tulsa, OK manufactures state-of- art circuit boards for Aerospace
and Defense.

Why Ducommun?

• Excellent company culture - as recognized by Newsweek's Top 100 Most Loved Workplaces
• Clean and climate controlled working environment
• Opportunity for career growth
• Great benefits including paid vacation and sick time, 401K match, Employee Stock Purchase Program, annual bonus plan, and tuition reimbursement
• $1000 sign‑on bonus

Job Summary & Essential Functions:

• Perform complete setup, changeover, and operation of SMT production equipment.
• Load and verify machine programs, feeders, components, tooling, and production documentation.
• Set up and operate:
  • Pick‑and‑place equipment
  • Solder paste printers
  • Reflow ovens
  • Board handling equipment
  • AOI systems
• Conduct first article inspections and verify production readiness prior to release.
• Diagnose and correct placement, feeder, printer, and reflow issues.
• Identify root causes of defects include:
  • Misalignment
  • Tombstoning
  • Bridging
  • Insufficient solder
  • Polarity errors
  • Missing components
• Work closely with Engineering, Quality, and Production teams to resolve manufacturing issues.
• Monitor equipment performance and recommend process improvements.
• Verify assemblies meet IPC-A-610 quality standards.
• Conduct visual inspections of SMT assemblies.
• Recognize defect trends and take corrective action before quality issues impact production.
• Ensure accurate completion of production and quality documentation.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

Education -

High school diploma or GED required

Experience-

• Minimum 3-5 years of SMT manufacturing experience required.
• Experience performing complete SMT machine setup and changeovers.
• Experience operating SMT production equipment in a high-volume or high-mix manufacturing environment.
• Experience troubleshooting SMT production issues independently.

Technical Knowledge

• Strong understanding of:
  • Surface Mount Technology processes
  • PCB assembly
  • Electronic component identification
  • Polarity requirements
  • Feeder setup and verification
  • Solder paste printing
  • Reflow soldering

Quality Knowledge

• Knowledge of IPC-A-610 standards.
• Knowledge of SMT defect identification and corrective actions.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Preferred Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have experience with one or more of the following equipment platforms:

• Panasonic
• Juki
• MyData/Mycronic

Preferred certifications:

• IPC-A-610 Certification
• J-STD-001 Certification
• SMT equipment manufacturer certifications

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods.
• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds regularly.
• Ability to work with small electronic components and perform detailed visual inspections.
• Ability to work overtime and weekends as required to support production demands.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Veterans/Disabled

11616 East 51st Street
Tulsa, Oklahoma, 74146
United States