SMT Manufacturing Manager

IRISS, Inc.; Bradenton (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health, dental, vision insurance

Paid time off

Career growth & development

Opportunity to launch new SMT line

Job summary

IRISS, Inc. seeks an experienced SMT Manufacturing Manager to establish and lead a full-scale Surface Mount Technology line at its Florida facility.

The role requires hands-on leadership, strong SMT process knowledge, and the ability to build a high-performing team while coordinating with engineering, quality, and facilities. The manager will drive equipment installation, qualification, and startup, oversee daily SMT operations, and implement Lean improvements to boost yield and productivity

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on SMT manufacturing experience with equipment setup and production support.
• 2+ years of supervisory or manufacturing management experience.
• Experience operating SMT equipment including pick-and-place machines, reflow ovens and AOI.
• Strong knowledge of PCB assembly processes and quality standards (IPC-A-610, J-STD-001).

Responsibilities

• Lead setup, commissioning, and startup of a new SMT line.
• Coordinate installation, programming, and production readiness with vendors and internal teams.
• Develop schedules, budgets, equipment needs, and milestones for the launch.
• Monitor yield, uptime, and throughput; drive continuous improvement and root-cause analysis.
• Ensure compliance with relevant IPC/J-STD/ESD standards and maintain records.

Skills

Hands-on SMT experience

Supervisory experience

Problem solving

Leadership

Communication

Analytical ability

Education

Electronics/Engineering degree

Lean/Six Sigma knowledge

IPC certification awareness

ISO 9001 knowledge

Tools

Pick-and-place machines

Reflow ovens

AOI systems

Solder paste printing/inspection

ERP/MES systems

Job description

SMT Manufacturing Manager (Surface Mount Technology)

Company: IRISS, Inc.

Workplace Type: On-Site

Employment Type: Full-Time

Experience Level: Mid-Senior Level

Website: IRISS | YouTube: IRISS

About IRISS, Inc.

IRISS is a global leader in industrial safety and condition-based monitoring technologies, trusted by power generation, data center, and critical infrastructure teams worldwide.

Headquartered in Bradenton, Florida, IRISS designs and manufactures innovative solutions that make maintenance safer, smarter, and more connected. With operations across North America, Latin America, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific, we continue to expand our global manufacturing capabilities.

At IRISS, we believe in Humanizing Safety. We are a growing organization that values innovation, collaboration, accountability, and individuals who want to make a meaningful impact.

About the Role

IRISS is seeking an experienced, hands-on SMT Manufacturing Manager to lead the establishment, implementation, and ongoing operation of our Surface Mount Technology (SMT) manufacturing line at our Florida facility.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced SMT professional to help build a manufacturing operation from the ground up.

The ideal candidate brings strong technical expertise in SMT equipment, PCB assembly processes, production management, and continuous improvement, along with the leadership skills necessary to develop and manage a high-performing manufacturing team.

This position requires someone comfortable working directly with manufacturing equipment while managing daily operations, production quality, staffing, and process optimization.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, installation, commissioning, qualification, and startup of a new SMT manufacturing line.
• Coordinate equipment installation, setup, programming, troubleshooting, and production readiness.
• Work with equipment vendors, contractors, Engineering, Quality, Facilities, IT, and Operations throughout implementation.
• Develop implementation schedules, project budgets, equipment requirements, and production launch milestones.
• Conduct equipment trials, first-article builds, and process validation before production release.

SMT Production & Process Management

• Oversee daily SMT manufacturing operations, including production scheduling, staffing, output, changeovers, and equipment downtime.
• Establish and optimize solder paste printing, solder paste inspection (SPI), pick-and-place operations, reflow soldering, and automated optical inspection (AOI).
• Develop and maintain SMT machine programs, process parameters, thermal profiles, and setup procedures.
• Create standardized work instructions, operating procedures, and inspection requirements.
• Support new product introductions, manufacturing process development, and production scalability.
• Collaborate with Planning, Purchasing, Engineering, Quality, and other manufacturing departments to ensure efficient operations.

Quality & Continuous Improvement

• Monitor and improve first-pass yield, equipment uptime, production efficiency, scrap rates, and overall equipment effectiveness (OEE).
• Troubleshoot soldering defects, placement errors, bridging, tombstoning, and other SMT manufacturing issues.
• Lead root-cause investigations and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Ensure compliance with IPC-A-610, J-STD-001, ESD requirements, and applicable manufacturing quality standards.
• Implement Lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement initiatives to increase productivity, quality, and reliability.
• Recruit, train, supervise, and develop SMT operators and technicians.
• Establish employee training programs, competency requirements, and cross‑training initiatives.
• Coordinate preventive maintenance, equipment calibration, spare parts, and vendor technical support.
• Maintain accurate manufacturing, quality, maintenance, and production records.
• Promote a safe, organized, and performance-driven manufacturing environment.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on SMT manufacturing experience, including equipment setup, programming, troubleshooting, and production support.
• 2+ years of supervisory, team leadership, or manufacturing management experience.
• Demonstrated experience operating and troubleshooting SMT equipment, including:
• Pick-and-place machines
• Reflow ovens
• Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) systems
• Feeders, stencils, and related SMT equipment
• Strong understanding of PCB assembly processes, soldering techniques, and electronic manufacturing quality standards.
• Working knowledge of IPC-A-610, J-STD-001, ESD controls, and moisture-sensitive component handling.
• Ability to interpret bills of materials (BOMs), engineering drawings, schematics, and manufacturing instructions.
• Experience analyzing production data, troubleshooting equipment issues, and implementing process improvements.
• Familiarity with ERP, MES, or manufacturing production reporting systems.
• Strong leadership, communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work hands-on in a manufacturing environment and lead a new SMT operation through startup and production.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate's or bachelor's degree in Electronics, Engineering Technology, Manufacturing, Operations, or a related field. Equivalent relevant experience will be considered.
• Previous experience establishing or launching a new SMT manufacturing line.
• Experience transitioning outsourced PCB assembly operations to in-house manufacturing.
• IPC certification, Lean manufacturing training, or Six Sigma experience.
• Experience in high-mix, low-volume electronics manufacturing.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 quality management systems.
• Experience with selective soldering, X-ray inspection, conformal coating, SPI, or electronic testing processes.

What IRISS Offers

• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off.
• Opportunities for professional growth and career development.
• The opportunity to help establish and lead a new SMT manufacturing operation.
• A collaborative environment within a growing global manufacturing organization.

Why Join IRISS?

At IRISS, you'll have the opportunity to do more than manage an existing production line. You'll play an important role in building and developing a new manufacturing capability that supports our continued growth.

We're looking for someone who enjoys solving technical challenges, developing teams, improving manufacturing processes, and taking ownership of results.

If you're an experienced SMT manufacturing professional ready to take the next step in your career, we encourage you to apply and become part of the IRISS team.