SMT Operator I (26063)

Neotech; Longmont (CO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off including holidays

Job summary

NEOTech in Longmont, CO is seeking an SMT Technician to set up and operate surface mount equipment, load feeders, and verify correct parts for each job.

You will follow process sheets, ensure IPC-A-610 compliance, and maintain ESD controls while adhering to ISO procedures.

This full-time role requires a High School diploma and 6–12 months electronic assembly experience; benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and paid time off.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 6–12 months electronic assembly experience preferred.
• Adhere to ESD, MSD handling and IPC standards.
• Good eyesight and manual dexterity; able to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to ESD requirements and MSD handling.
• Load feeders for SMT machines and verify part numbers.
• Set up screen printer, pick-and-place, and reflow equipment.
• Follow process sheets to ensure correct build of product.
• Maintain IPC-A-610 compliance and ISO procedures.
• Perform preventative maintenance on SMT equipment.
• Ensure proper cleaning and handling of boards.

Skills

ESD compliance

MSL handling

PCB/SMT knowledge

Documentation

Team communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

OCuity system

SMT equipment

IPC-A-610

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Longmont 0NK54 - Longmont, CO 80503

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: High School

Salary Range: $20.00 - $24.00 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 is 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

QualificationsJob 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 player with 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.