Machine Operator 2 - SMT Operator/Rework

Celestica Inc.; Maple Grove (MN); On-site; USD 28,929 - 35,817; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k with company match

Parental leave

Paid time off

Job summary

Celestica Maple Grove, MN, is seeking a Machine Operator 2 for SMT operations and rework. You will maintain solder paste stencils, load components, verify positioning, follow process docs, and perform hand soldering and light inspection to ensure solder joints meet print and routing specs.

Experience with SMT equipment, blueprint reading, and J‑STD/IPC‑610 Certification is preferred. The role requires standing, exposure to chemicals, and adherence to safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• High School education or equivalent required.
• One year manufacturing experience preferred.
• Must pass J‑STD & IPC‑610 Certification to perform duties.
• Fluency reading blueprints is required.

Responsibilities

• Maintains and aligns solder paste stencils to ensure even screen prints.
• Replenishes SMT components, verifies positioning, values, and polarity.
• Follow engineering documentation to process lead or lead‑free solder assemblies.
• Monitor floor stock inventory and advise when low or expired.
• Perform periodic PMs and assist in equipment maintenance.
• Learn machine parameters and programs for optimal throughput.
• Carry out hand soldering and inspection with a scope as needed.
• Perform X‑Ray inspection to verify product quality.
• Train other employees and assist in orientation when needed.

Skills

Solder paste handling

SMT components management

Hand soldering

Reading blueprints

X‑Ray inspection

Rework processes

SMT equipment programming

J‑STD & IPC‑610 Certification

Education

High School education or equivalent

Tools

Scope

AXI/Glenbrook X‑Ray

Job description

Machine Operator 2 - SMT Operator/Rework

Date: Jul 16, 2026

Location: Maple Grove, MN, US

General Overview

Functional Area: Operations (OPS)
Career Stream: Production (PRD)
Role: Machine Operator 2
Job Title: Machine Operator 2
Job Code: MO2-OPS-PRD
Job Level: Level 04
Direct/Indirect Indicator: Direct

Detailed Responsibilities & Qualifications

• Maintains and aligns solder paste stencils, applies solder paste to achieve an even and consistent screen print on all apertures.
• Replenishes and controls SMT components in a pick and place machine, verifies component positioning, values and polarity. Fills in process documentation to be complete and accurate.
• Able to follow process/program documentation developed by Engineering to properly process lead or lead‑free solder assemblies for acceptable solder joints at each solder connection on the assembly. Review routings against prints to ensure consistency. Verify correct programs and revisions are called out on routers.
• Responsible for the monitoring of floor stock inventory such as solder paste and monitoring expiration dates and informing Supervisor or Lead when low or expired.
• Following preventative maintenance schedules on equipment will clean and perform PMs. Responsible for identifying when further maintenance is needed.
• Learn machine part parameters and programs to ensure optimization of machine time usage. Is able to produce a quality product on a timely basis per print and routings.
• Work with engineers and technicians to set up and run NPI products through any of the soldering processes performed by machines or associates.
• Periodic hand soldering under a scope is required for solder touch up and product review of solder joints. Uses basic hand tools, special fasteners, soldering iron and measuring devices. May be required to measure and record product data.
• Perform X‑Ray inspection using the AXI or Glenbrook to make sure the product we produce meets customer expectations.
• Perform rework using the Air‑Vac rework machine.
• Will perform hand soldering work while using a scope, some components may be necessary to tin (add solder to solderable surfaces) prior to SMT placement.
• May be required to train other employees and assist in orientation of new employees.
• Related experience in set‑up, operation and troubleshooting of surface mount technology and microscope soldering.
• Experience in programming of SMT equipment is highly desirable.
• Will be required to pass J‑STD & IPC‑610 Certification to be qualified to perform the job duties of a Surface Mount Machine Operator.
• Follows oral and written instructions, and must be fluent at reading blueprints.

Physical Demands

• Work may involve repetitive motion and is performed primarily in standing position, may require sitting, twisting and stooping positions.
• Job duties require working with and around chemicals.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to odors and warm temperatures.
• Visual exams are required pre‑hire and biennial to confirm visual acuity of 20/20 with or without glasses along with passing a standard color vision exam.
• Must be able to perform job functions while using a scope.

Typical Education

High School education or equivalent, plus one year similar manufacturing experience required.

Compensation Data

The hourly rate for this position is $21.00–$26.00. This range may vary based on qualifications, experience and location.

Celestica provides eligible employees with a range of benefits including medical insurance plans, dental insurance, vision insurance, short and long term disability, life insurance, voluntary benefits, parental leave, PTO, holiday pay and a 401k plan with company match.

Notes

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities of the position. Employees are held accountable for all duties of the job. Job duties and the % of time identified for any function are subject to change at any time.

Positions with Celestica - Maple Grove involve the release of export controlled goods either directly to employees or through the employee’s movement within the facility. As such, Celestica - Maple Grove will require necessary information from all applicants upon an applicant’s acceptance of employment to determine if any export control exemptions or licenses must be filed.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Celestica's policy on equal employment opportunity prohibits discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran or disability status, or other characteristics protected by law.
This policy applies to hiring, promotion, discharge, pay, fringe benefits, job training, classification, referral and other aspects of employment and also states that retaliation against a person who files a charge of discrimination, participates in a discrimination proceeding, or otherwise opposes an unlawful employment practice will not be tolerated. All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.