SMT Operator

Xlr8 Ems; San Clemente (CA); Presencial; USD 57.308.000 - 71.635.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Descripción de la vacante

Xlr8 Ems in San Clemente, CA seeks an SMT Operator I to set up, operate, and troubleshoot SMT equipment including printers, pick-and-place machines, reflow ovens, SPI and AOI. You will verify BOMs and drawings, perform feeder setup, and support first article inspections.

The role requires good communication, the ability to work in a fast-paced contract manufacturing environment, and collaboration with Engineering and Maintenance. Training will be provided for candidates with related experience.

Formación

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Contract manufacturing experience is a plus with training provided.
• Experience with SMT components and package sizes.
• Ability to read BOMs and assembly drawings.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• US Citizen or Green Card holder preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Set up, operate, and troubleshoot SMT equipment (printers, pick-and-place, reflow, SPI, AOI).
• Perform machine changeovers and feeder setup.
• Conduct offline feeder/cart setup and teardown.
• Verify component placement and polarity before production.
• Interpret BOMs, drawings, and setup sheets.
• Monitor for defects and take corrective action.
• Assist with first article inspections and process validation.
• Maintain production and quality documentation.
• Train SMT Operator I team members.
• Follow safety and quality procedures; work overtime as needed.

Conocimientos

SMT equipment operation

Troubleshooting

Machine setup

Changeovers

Quality control

Team training

Educación

High school diploma or equivalent

Herramientas

Tape and Reel operation

Descripción del empleo

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.