SMT Operator I (23056)

Neotech; Longmont (CO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays and PTO

Job summary

NEOTech in Longmont, CO is seeking a Full-Time SMT technician to set up and operate surface mount lines, including screen printing, pick-and-place, and reflow processes. You will load feeders, verify parts, and ensure proper reflow profiles for electronic assemblies.

Qualification includes a High School diploma or GED, with 6–12 months of SMT experience preferred. Applicants must meet ESD/MSL guidelines and support ISO quality systems and 6S objectives.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience with SMT equipment and IPC standards preferred.
• Ability to use Epicor and basic computer skills required.

Responsibilities

• Set up SMT line equipment including screen printer, pick-and-place, and reflow oven.
• Load feeders and verify correct part numbers for each job.
• Follow ESD and MSD handling requirements; adhere to IPC-A-610 and ISO procedures.
• Perform preventative maintenance on SMT equipment and clean boards as needed.
• Ensure quality conformity per process sheets and customer standards.

Skills

Team player

Communication

Dexterity

Problem solving

Attention to IPC/ESD

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Epicor ERP

MS Office

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Longmont 0NK54 - Longmont, CO 80503Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: High SchoolSalary Range: $18.00 - $20.00 HourlyJob Category: Manufacturing

Summary:

Utilize SMT machines to place surface mount parts and solder reflow the devices to the printed circuit board. Responsible for the set‑up of all pieces of equipment on the SMT line, including the screen printer, the pick and place machines and the reflow oven.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Adhere to all ESD requirements and Board Handling.
• Use of Moisture Sensitive Device (MSD) handling requirements based on component moisture sensitive levels (MSL).
• Utilize process sheets to ensure correct build of product.
• Load feeders for surface mount machines using the load list provided by machine.
• Verify correct part numbers being used for the specific job being run.
• Initiate and select correct programs for SMT screen printer & SMT pick and place machines and correct reflow profile for the reflow oven.
• Select the proper stencil screen for use during screen printing operation.
• Comply with NEOTech's standards of ESD, IPC-A-610, work instructions and ISO procedures and policies.
• Perform machine preventative maintenance on screen printer and pick and place machines based on assigned schedules.
• Operate stencil cleaning machine.
• Clean boards as required based on soldering chemistry.
• Support and follow all ISO standards related to NEOTech's various Quality Management Systems. These systems may include, but are not limited to, quality, the environment, health, safety and security.
• Support all corporate and site 6S objectives.
• Responsible for the set‑up of all pieces of equipment on the SMT one, including screen printer, SMT stencils and foils, soldering equipment, ‘pick and place’ machines, and the reflow oven.
• Monitors and adjusts equipment that’s used to create electronic circuits with SMT
• Use setup process sheets to ensure correct build of product
• Load feeders for surface mount machines using the load list provided by machine
• Verify correct part numbers being used for the specific job being run
• Initiate and select correct programs for SMT equipment
• Select the proper stencil screen for use during screen printing operation
• Comply with industry and customer standard workmanship requirements
• Comply with pertinent work instructions and Quality Management procedures and policies.
• Clean boards as required based on soldering chemistry.
• Adhere to all product preservation requirements and guidelines in regards to ESD, board handling, and the use of moisture sensitive devices (MSD).
• Perform all other duties, as assigned

Qualifications:

• Ability to utilize electronic manufacturing system (Epicor).
• Pass IPC-DVE-64C Component Identification.
• Pass IPC-A-610 Modules: 1, 2, 4, 7 & 8.
• Microsoft Office/computer skills.
• Working knowledge of equipment used in SMT operations
• Must be a team playerwith strong communication skills and the ability o meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Requires good eyesight, hand and finger dexterity and the ability to perform repetitive tasks.
• Good problem-solving skills
• Minimal computer skills
• Knowledge of machine maintenance.

Experience/Education:High School Diploma or GED.6 – 12 months previous electronic experience preferred.

Benefits Offered:

• Comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental and vision coverage; company-paid basic life/AD&D insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance; voluntary supplemental insurances, flexible spending accounts and employee assistance program (EAP).Sick Leave, Vacation Time, and company-paid Holidays are also provided as paid time off.
• NEOTech also provides a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan option with a company match.

NEOTech is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

NEOTech has a long-standing commitment to maintaining a safe, quality-oriented and productive work environment.We also want all employees to perform their duties safely and efficiently, in a manner that protects their interests and those of their co-workers. We recognize that alcohol and drug abuse pose a threat to the health and safety of NEOTech employees and to the security of the Company’s equipment and facilities. For these reasons, NEOTech is committed to the elimination of drug and alcohol use and abuse in the workplace.Candidates being considered for hire must pass a pre-employment background check and drug test which include screening for illegal drugs and marijuana.

Due to ITAR and / or CUI compliance, this position requires candidates to be a U.S. Citizen, Permanent Resident Alien, or Protected Individual per 8 U.S.C.1324b(a)(3).