SMT Assembly Technician – High-Precision PCB Manufacturing

Rocket EMS, Inc.; Carson City (NV); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Medical, dental, vision, and life保险

Paid time off and holidays

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Rocket EMS, Inc. is seeking an SMT Operator to set up, operate, and monitor production equipment. You will run screen printers, SPI, pick-and-place machines, and reflow ovens to meet IPC‑A‑610 Class 2/3 standards in a fast-paced electronics environment.

The role requires attention to detail, reading build documentation, and following precise procedures. Overtime and full-time hours apply in Carson City, NV, with a base pay of $20–$23 per hour and benefits including health coverage and 401(k).

Qualifications

• Minimum 1–2 years of SMT production experience in contract manufacturing or electronics assembly.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• IPC‑A‑610 certification (preferred or required depending on role).

Responsibilities

• Review build documentation such as MPIs, assembly drawings, ECOs, BOMs, and customer requirements before beginning work.
• Set up and operate SMT equipment including Screen printers, Reflow ovens.
• Verify feeder setups, component orientation, reference designators, and correct loadouts according to the BOM.
• Perform machine program loading, verification, and first-article checks as required.
• Monitor machine performance, address mis-picks, placement errors, and stoppages promptly, and escape recurring issues to the Lead, Engineer, or Supervisor.
• Conduct visual and AOI pre-verification to ensure solder paste deposits, component placements, and reflow results meet IPC‑A‑610 standards.
• Perform basic machine maintenance, cleaning, and calibration tasks according to established procedures.
• Assist in first article builds, ensuring accuracy of placements, polarity, and component values.
• Identify and correct SMT-related defects; escape systemic issues to Engineering or Quality.
• Maintain clean, organized work areas and follow all ESD, MSD, and handling procedures.
• Record production data, downtime events, and pass-down information accurately.
• Support other areas of production - such as AOI, rework, or kit prep as directed by Supervisor, Engineer, or Manager.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and 5S activities to improve efficiency and quality.

Skills

Read drawings/MPIs

Component identification & polarity

Solder paste & reflow

Troubleshooting machine issues

Attention to detail

MS Office skills

English communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Pick-and-place machines

SPI

Reflow ovens

Screen printers

Job description

Rocket EMS, Inc. is seeking an SMT Operator to set up, operate, and monitor production equipment. You will run screen printers, SPI, pick-and-place machines, and reflow ovens to meet IPC‑A‑610 Class 2/3 standards in a fast-paced electronics environment.

The role requires attention to detail, reading build documentation, and following precise procedures. Overtime and full-time hours apply in Carson City, NV, with a base pay of $20–$23 per hour and benefits including health coverage and 401(k).