SMT Operator I (25669)

Paycom; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Company-paid life insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays and PTO

Job summary

NEOTech is seeking a Manufacturing SMT Operator in Chatsworth, CA to set up and run SMT equipment, including screen printers, pick-and-place machines, and reflow ovens. The role requires attention to ESD, MSL handling and IPC‑A‑610 standards, with a focus on accurate part numbering and process adherence.

Candidates should have a High School diploma or GED and up to 1 year of electronic assembly experience. The position offers hourly compensation and full-time, on-site work in a manufacturing

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1 year of electronic experience preferred.
• Must be able to read process sheets and follow instructions.
• Familiarity with SMT equipment and IPC standards is a plus.
• Good eyesight and hand dexterity for repetitive tasks.
• Team player with strong communication skills.

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.
• Initiate programs for SMT equipment and select proper stencil screens.
• Follow ESD, MSL, IPC-A-610 and ISO procedures and quality policies.
• Perform preventative maintenance on SMT equipment and clean boards as required.
• Adhere to 6S, safety and environmental guidelines and support ISO quality systems.

Skills

Team player

Strong communication

Dexterity

Problem solving

Experience with SMT equipment

IPC standards knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

OCuity

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Chatsworth 0NK55 - Chatsworth, CA 91311, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: High School, Salary Range: $20.00 - $21.50 Hourly, Job Shift: 1st, Job 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: Job Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to utilize electronic manufacturing system (OCuity).
• 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.

Equal Opportunity / Affidivoce Action Employer Statement:

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.

Safety Commitment:

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.