Machine Operator Surface Mount Technology

Smiths Interconnect; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Tampa is seeking a Machine Operator - SMT to assemble printed circuit boards and operate automated equipment. The ideal candidate will have 1-2 years of SMT or Pick and Place experience along with a high school diploma. This role offers opportunities for professional development and a competitive salary within an innovative team culture.

Benefits

Career growth opportunities

Competitive salary and benefits

Innovative work culture

Qualifications

• Minimum of one – two years of in line SMT or Pick and Place machine experience required.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident.
• Preferred to be J-STD-001 certified.

Responsibilities

• Assemble printed circuit boards (PCBs).
• Operate automated manufacturing equipment.
• Ensure work area is clean and organized.

Skills

Ability to perform basic math operations

Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent

Manual dexterity for small components

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Ability to follow detailed instructions

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Solder screen printer

Pick and Place machine

Reflow oven

Job description

Job Description

The Machine Operator - SMT will assemble printed circuit boards (PCBs), operate automated manufacturing equipment, and perform the following duties listed below:

Responsibilities:

• Maintain and operate a solder screen printer, Pick and Place machine, and reflow oven.
• Daily machine performance verifications prior to production runs.
• Reads worksheets and wiring diagrams, receives verbal instructions, or follows sample assemblies, selects components such as transistors, resistors, relays, capacitors, and integrated circuits.
• Must be able to perform repetitive production line operations daily.
• Maintain necessary documentation.
• Ensure work area is clean and organized.
• Completes any additional assignments as requested by Department Supervisor.
• Comply with and ensure department compliance with all Company policies and procedures.
• Other duties as required.

Qualifications:
Qualifications

Technical Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent, and to draw and interpret graphs and charts.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.
• Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to employees of the organization.
• J-STD-001 – Highly preferred
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Manual dexterity while handling extremely small and sensitive components.
• Ability to perform respective tasks

Experience: Minimum of one – two years of in line SMT experience or Pick and Place machine experience required.

Education: High school diploma or general education degree (GED), equivalent from a vocational school or one (1) year related experience and/or training preferred.

Security: U.S. Person required (U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident). May be required to obtain a security clearance.

Additional Information

Why Smiths Interconnect?

• Global Impact: As part of Smiths Group, a global engineering leader, you’ll be working on ground-breaking technologies that make a difference in industries that are shaping the future.
• Career Growth: Opportunities for professional development and career progression across Smiths Interconnect and the wider Smiths Group.
• Innovative Culture: Join a collaborative and innovative team, where your ideas and contributions are valued and rewarded.
• Competitive Package: We offer a competitive salary, benefits package, and performance-related incentives.

We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity.

At no time during the hiring process will Smiths Group, nor any of our recruitment partners ever request payment to enable participation – including, but not limited to, interviews or testing. Avoid fraudulent requests by applying jobs directly through our career’s website (Careers - Smiths Group plc)

We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity.

At no time during the hiring process will Smiths Group, nor any of our recruitment partners ever request payment to enable participation – including, but not limited to, interviews or testing. Avoid fraudulent requests by applying jobs directly through our career’s website (Careers - Smiths Group plc)