Hiring now! Electrical Machine Operator 842024

Selectemp; Corvallis (OR); On-site; USD 24,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Selectemp in Corvallis is seeking an SMT Operator to join a high-tech electronics team. You will handle mechanical setup, operation and routine maintenance of SMT equipment, including feeder setup, stencil printing, reflow profiling and pick-and-place processes.

You will work with QA to verify board quality and follow SOPs, while cross-training on program verification and library maintenance to broaden your skills. This on-site daytime role offers a steady weekday schedule.

Qualifications

• Experience in electronics manufacturing or PCA assembly.
• Ability to read digital assembly instructions and interpret technical documents.
• Detail-oriented with adherence to SOPs and quality standards.
• Able to stand for extended periods and operate machinery.

Responsibilities

• Feeder setup & teardown according to production schedules and proper labeling.
• Stencil printer setup, align stencils, apply solder paste, and post-run cleaning.
• Reflow oven setup and execution of correct profiles for each run.
• Machine operation and setup including conveyors, nozzles, and programs; run SMT pick-and-place equipment.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance and troubleshoot SMT equipment.
• Coordinate with QA to inspect board accuracy, document deviations, and ensure IPC quality standards.
• Participate in cross-training on program verification and library maintenance.

Skills

SMT experience

PCB assembly

Quality focus

Team player

Tools

Feeder setup

Stencil printer

Reflow oven profiling

SMT pick-and-place

QA testing

Job description

Join Our Dynamic Electronics Team as an SMT Operator - Urgently hiring in Corvallis! Job Title: SMT Operator Pay: $21.50 Hours: Monday – Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM Start Date: ASAP Looking to advance your career with a leading electronics manufacturer in Corvallis? Join our high-tech assembly team as an SMT Operator and play a vital role in producing high-quality printed circuit assemblies (PCAs). Working as part of a collaborative SMT cell under the guidance of the SMT Manager, you will be responsible for the mechanical setup, operation, and routine maintenance of surface-mount technology equipment—including feeder setup, stencil printing, reflow oven profiling, and pick-and-place machinery.

What You'll Do

• Feeder setup & teardown: Prepare, load, and teardown feeders according to production schedules; verify physical component placement and labeling to minimize downtime and component loss.
• Stencil printer (GKG) setup: Align stencils, apply solder paste, set up squeegees, run test prints, and perform post-run cleaning per SOPs.
• Reflow oven setup: Load and execute the correct reflow profiles for each assembly run.
• Machine operation & setup: Adjust mechanical components (conveyors, nozzles, trolleys), load finished programs, run SMT pick-and-place equipment, and perform regular operational checks.
• Maintenance & troubleshooting: Perform routine preventative maintenance on SMT equipment and resolve mechanical machine issues.
• Quality & process verification: Coordinate with QA to inspect board accuracy, document deviations, and ensure output meets strict IPC quality standards.
• Cross-training & continuous improvement: Participate in designated cross-training on program verification and library maintenance to expand your skill set.

What You'll Bring

• Experience & knowledge: Prior experience in electronics manufacturing or PCA assembly, with an understanding of component sensitivity and SMT assembly processes.
• Technical aptitude: Ability to work with digital assembly instructions, interpret technical documents, and assemble complex, small-scale components.
• Detail-oriented: Exceptional focus on quality, accuracy, and adherence to standard operating procedures.
• Teamwork & communication: Strong collaborative skills and adaptability to meet shifting project requirements.
• Physical requirements: Ability to withstand prolonged periods of standing and working at machinery.

Why Join Us in Corvallis?

• Consistent daytime schedule: Work Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM.
• Skill growth: Opportunities for cross-training on specialized production equipment and library maintenance.
• Supportive culture: Work within a quality-driven, safety-focused team environment.

Location & Schedule

This position is on-site in Corvallis and offers a daytime shift from Monday to Friday.