Senior SMT Shift Lead - Grow in Electronics Manufacturing

LeoForce; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 58,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401k with match

Paid time off

Job summary

LeoForce is seeking a Shift Supervisor for the 2nd shift in Irvine, CA. You will supervise SMT/PCB assembly lines, lead a team of operators and technicians, and ensure schedules, quality, and efficiency targets are met.

The role requires 3+ years in SMT/PCBA manufacturing, strong leadership, and hands-on experience with SMT equipment. We offer growth opportunities, competitive benefits, and a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of SMT/PCBA manufacturing experience.
• Proficient with SMT equipment and process setup.
• Familiarity with IPC standards and electronics assembly best practices.
• Ability to read work instructions, drawings, and schedules.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily operations of SMT/PCB assembly lines, including pick-and-place, screen printing, and reflow processes
• Lead, coach, and develop a team of SMT operators, technicians, and support staff
• Ensure production schedules are met while maintaining high quality and efficiency standards
• Monitor and improve key metrics such as throughput, uptime, scrap, and first pass yield (FPY)
• Troubleshoot equipment and process issues, partnering with engineering and maintenance teams as needed
• Support setups, changeovers, and line balancing to optimize productivity
• Enforce adherence to work instructions, ESD protocols, and safety standards
• Partner with Quality to ensure compliance with IPC standards (IPC-A-610, J-STD-001)
• Support New Product Introduction (NPI) activities, including process validation and operator training
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean manufacturing principles

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

SMT knowledge

Troubleshooting

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical degree preferred

Tools

Pick-and-place machines

Solder paste printers

Reflow ovens

AOI

Job description

LeoForce is seeking a Shift Supervisor for the 2nd shift in Irvine, CA. You will supervise SMT/PCB assembly lines, lead a team of operators and technicians, and ensure schedules, quality, and efficiency targets are met.

The role requires 3+ years in SMT/PCBA manufacturing, strong leadership, and hands-on experience with SMT equipment. We offer growth opportunities, competitive benefits, and a collaborative environment.