SMT - AOI Machine Operator 2nd shift

Acorn Assembly LLC; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Acorn Assembly LLC is seeking a skilled SMT hand soldering technician in Wisconsin. You will set up, operate, and monitor SMT equipment, ensuring assemblies meet specifications and quality standards.

Responsibilities include selecting feeders, loading programs, and maintaining safety procedures. The role requires lifting up to 35 pounds, occasional extended hours, and a focus on quality assurance across the production line.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent; AA preferred or 6 months to 1 year related experience.
• SMT operations and soldering skills required.
• Ability to read and interpret safety, operating, and maintenance manuals.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and shut down PCB assembly equipment (SMT line).
• Monitor work orders and ensure conformance to specs.
• Select feeders and fixtures, load programs, and verify quality.

Skills

SMT operations

Soldering

Problem solving

Leadership

Reading manuals

Basic computer knowledge

Safety/ESD procedures

Arithmetic

Education

High School Diploma

Associate degree preferred

6 months to 1 year related experience

Tools

Mycronic/MyData

Universalmachines

Job description

Job Description

The right candidate for this position can set up and operate (SMT) surface mount technology machines including screeners, placement machines, ovens and AOI (automated optical inspection) machine by performing the following duties:

• Set-up, operate, and shut down pick and place, screener, oven, AOI and wash equipment
• Ability to monitor, plan and execute work orders.
• Follow prints and sample assemblies or take verbal instructions regarding duties to be performed.
• Selects feeders, screens, and any other equipment necessary to perform the job.
• Positions and secures board in holding device, machine table, or fixtures, and loads proper programs and modifications as needed. Sets up fixture or feeding device, and feeds a machine, as necessary.
• Observes operation of the machine and verifies conformance of completed assembly to specifications.
• The candidate we are seeking also has SMT soldering proficiency and will be responsible for the overall organization and quality of the work product.
• May work extended hours based on company needs
• Must occasionally lift and/or move items up to 35 pounds
• Other duties as assigned

Education and Qualifications

High School Education, prefer Associate's degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or six months to one-year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Additional Skills which are necessary for this role:

• Previous experience in SMT operations and soldering skills
• Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills; including the ability to read and interpret documents and instructions such as safety, operating, and maintenance manuals.
• Strong leadership qualities
• Previous experience using Mycronic/MyData, or Universalmachines helpful.
• Knowledge of general safety procedures, ESD procedures, Basic computer knowledge.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide into all units of measure, and to solve practical problems.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Company Description

Acorn Assembly LLC is a rapidly growing technology company in search of a highly motivated, hand soldering technician to join our team. This is a full time position. Acorn offers challenging and rewarding employment with competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package.

Acorn Assembly LLC is a rapidly growing technology company in search of a highly motivated, hand soldering technician to join our team. This is a full time position. Acorn offers challenging and rewarding employment with competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package.