Manufacturing Engineer Technician II - 1st Shift

jabil; Byhalia (MS); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Jabil is seeking an Equipment and Process Support Technician to sustain SMT lines, maintain machine programs, and improve line efficiency. You will monitor line performance, perform preventative maintenance, and provide training to operators and junior staff.

This role requires an associate degree or equivalent experience and hands-on experience with SMT equipment. Join a global manufacturing leadership team in a facility that emphasizes safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree preferred; or minimum of two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and develop machine programs, part definition (PD) files and machine set-ups.
• Optimize machine programs and set-ups to meet or exceed theoretical product run-rate.
• Observe machine and line performance and determine the necessary steps needed to achieve optimum line efficiency and product quality.
• Monitor CIQ, TARS, ICT Diagnostic defect analysis sheet, feeder data and other sources to gauge performance.
• Maintain and repair all SMT equipment on assigned line(s).
• Determine when repairs are needed and perform out-of-cycle maintenance.
• Perform preventative maintenance of SMT equipment on assigned line(s).
• Assist Machine Operators with ongoing training and direction.
• Assist with machine operation to expedite changeover and improve line efficiency.
• Interface with Line Supervisors and Engineers to determine corrective actions for maximum efficiency and quality.
• Provide training to Manufacturing Engineering Tech I employees.

Skills

Machine maintenance

SMT equipment handling

Process optimization

Training/instruction

Education

Associate's degree preferred

Tools

PD files

CIQ

TARS

ICT Diagnostics

Job description

At Jabil (NYSE: JBL), we are proud to be a trusted partner for the world's top brands, offering comprehensive engineering, supply chain, and manufacturing solutions. With 60 years of experience across industries and a vast network of over 100 sites worldwide, Jabil combines global reach with local expertise to deliver both scalable and customized solutions. Our commitment extends beyond business success as we strive to build sustainable processes that minimize environmental impact and foster vibrant and diverse communities around the globe.

SUMMARY

Provide equipment and process support (including machine maintenance) to printed circuit assembly lines.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain and develop machine programs, part definition (PD) files and machine set-ups.
• Optimize machine programs and set-ups to meet or exceed theoretical product run-rate.
• Observe machine and line performance and determine the necessary steps needed to achieve optimum line efficiency and product quality.
• Monitor CIQ, TARS, ICT Diagnostic defect analysis sheet, feeder data (and other available sources of information) continuously for tracking and gauging machine and process performance.
• Maintain and repair all SMT equipment on assigned line(s).
• Determine when necessary machine repairs are needed and perform out-of-cycle maintenance.
• Perform 'as-required' preventative maintenance of SMT equipment on assigned line(s).
• Perform initial diagnosis of non-SMT equipment on assigned line(s), and execute repairs within skill level. Escalate more complex issues to Industrial Techs, and provide assistance as needed to accomplish repairs.
• Assist Machine Operators on assigned line(s) by providing ongoing training and direction.
• Assist with machine operation in order to expedite changeover, cover breaks, or otherwise improve line efficiency.
• Interface with Line Supervisors, Manufacturing Engineers and Machine Support Manager to determine corrective actions needed, and be the front line person in ensuring that assigned line(s) performs with the maximum efficiency and product quality.
• Provide training to Manufacturing Engineering Tech I employees.
• Assist Manufacturing Engineers in achieving optimum process performance by measuring and / or optimizing of reflow profiles, wave solder profiles, and screen printing of solder paste.
• Provide recommendations for designing, fabricating and / or modifying necessary tooling, and product design for manufacturability (DFM) improvements.
• Provide daily 'pass-down' reports to Project Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer and the Manufacturing Engineering Technician on the following shift.
• Adhere to all safety and health rules and regulations associated with this position and as directed by supervisor.
• Comply with all procedures within the company security policy.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Associate's degree preferred; or minimum of two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Accessibility Accommodation

If you are a qualified individual with a disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access Jabil.com/Careers site as a result of your disability. You can request a reasonable accommodation by sending an e-mail to [e-mail] or calling 727-803-7988 with the nature of your request and contact information. Please do not direct any other general employment related questions to this e-mail or phone number. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to.

Jabil, including its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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