SMT Operator

XLR8 EMS; San Clemente (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

XLR8 EMS in California is seeking a skilled SMT Technician to set up, operate, and troubleshoot SMT equipment including screen printers, pick-and-place, reflow ovens, SPI, and AOI systems. You will conduct changeovers, feeder setup, and program loading to support production.

You will verify component placement, interpret BOMs and drawings, ensure tooling readiness, monitor for defects, perform basic maintenance, and assist with first article inspections, all while adhering to ESD and safety

Qualifications

• Experience with SMT equipment and component packages.
• Ability to read BOMs and assembly drawings.
• Experience with Tape and Reel and feeder loading is a plus.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and troubleshoot SMT equipment including screen printers, pick-and-place machines, reflow ovens, SPI, and AOI systems.
• Perform machine changeovers, mechanical adjustments, feeder setup, and program loading.
• Conduct offline setup and teardown of feeders and carts.
• Verify correct component placement, polarity, and setup prior to production runs.
• Interpret work instructions, BOMs, and setup sheets.
• Ensure all required tooling, stencils, and fixtures are available before beginning setup.
• Monitor production for defects and take corrective action as needed.
• Perform basic machine maintenance and elevate technical issues to Engineering or Maintenance.
• Support first article inspections and process validation activities.
• Maintain accurate production and quality documentation.
• Train and assist SMT Operator I team members as needed.
• Follow ESD, safety, and quality procedures at all times.
• Work overtime as required to meet production schedules.

Skills

SMT equipment knowledge

BOM/ drawings interpretation

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

• Set up, operate, and troubleshoot SMT equipment including screen printers, pick-and-place machines, reflow ovens, SPI, and AOI systems
• Perform machine changeovers, mechanical adjustments, feeder setup, and program loading
• Conduct offline setup and teardown of feeders and carts
• Verify correct component placement, polarity, and setup prior to production runs
• Interpret work instructions, assembly drawings, BOMs, and setup sheets
• Ensure all required tooling, stencils, and fixtures are available before beginning setup
• Monitor production for defects and take corrective action as needed
• Perform basic machine maintenance and elevate technical issues to Engineering or Maintenance
• Support first article inspections and process validation activities
• Maintain accurate production and quality documentation
• Train and assist SMT Operator I team members as needed
• Follow ESD, safety, and quality procedures at all times
• Work overtime as required to meet production schedules

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Prior contract manufacturing experience is a plus but will train
• Experience with component packages
• Knowledge of machine operation of Tape and Reel and feeder loading
• Good understanding of Bill of Materials (BOM) and Assembly Drawings
• Fluent with SMT Package sizes and component identification
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Ability to work on multiple tasks in a fast-paced work environment
• Must have excellent communication skills and the ability to work well with others
• Must be able to lift and carry items up to 25 lbs
• US Citizen or Green Card holder

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Please note, this role is scheduled for the 2nd shift.