SMT Operator II (26287)

Neotech; Longmont (CO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Sick Leave, Vacation Time & Holidays

Company-paid Life Insurance

Job summary

NEOTech in Longmont, CO is seeking an SMT technician to operate and set up surface mount equipment. You will handle screen printers, pick-and-place machines, and the reflow oven to assemble circuits.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years of electronics experience, familiarity with IPC‑A‑610, and ability to work under fast timelines. The role is full time with a 1st shift and competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 2+ years' electronic manufacturing experience preferred.
• U.S. citizen or permanent resident for ITAR/CUI compliance.
• Strong written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Set up SMT line equipment including screen printer and pick-and-place.
• Load feeders and verify part numbers for each job.
• Initiate programs and ensure correct reflow profiles on the machines.
• Maintain ESD, MSD handling and ISO/QMS procedures.

Skills

Teamwork & communication

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Dexterity

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

OCuity system

SMT equipment knowledge

Microsoft Office

IPC-A-610 knowledge

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Longmont 0NK54 - Longmont, CO 80503, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: High School, Salary Range: $22.00 - $25.00 Hourly, Job Shift: 1st, Job Category: Manufacturing, Summary:

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.
• 2+ years' previous electronic experience preferred.

Due to ITAR and / or CUI compliance, this position requires candidates to be a U.S. Citizen or U.S. Permanent Resident.

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.