SMT Operator: Precision Electronics Assembly & Automation

Patton, LLC; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Patton, LLC is seeking a Surface Mount Technology Operator to setup and operate SMT equipment including stencil printers, pick-and-place machines, reflow ovens, AOI, and stencil cleaners. The role includes material handling, machine setup, inspection, and preventive maintenance while adhering to ISO procedures.

Shifts available: day (7:00am–3:30pm) and evening (3:00pm–11:30pm). Candidates should have a high school diploma, basic English, and at least 2 years of SMT experience.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Able to read, write, speak and understand English.
• Team environment experience preferred.
• Mechanical aptitude and dexterity essential; basic hand soldering skills.
• Basic computer and clerical skills required.
• Familiar with IPC SMT workmanship standards.
• Minimum 2 years operating surface mount equipment.

Responsibilities

• Acquire materials from inventory and verify quantities against Work Order Documentation.
• Load part feeders and set up SMT equipment according to Set Up Documentation.
• Operate SMT equipment safely per Manufacturer’s Operating Manual and in-house SMT guidelines/procedures.
• Inspect SM Assemblies to IPC-A-610 and/or in-house workmanship standards.
• Document all labor information and complete routings steps electronically.
• Perform weekly Preventive Maintenance on SMT equipment.
• Follow company policies and ISO documentation.

Skills

English literacy

Team collaboration

Mechanical aptitude

Dexterity

Soldering skills

Computer basics

IPC SMT standards

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Stencil Printer

Pick and Place

Reflow Oven

AOI Machine

Stencil Cleaner

Job description

Patton, LLC is seeking a Surface Mount Technology Operator to setup and operate SMT equipment including stencil printers, pick-and-place machines, reflow ovens, AOI, and stencil cleaners. The role includes material handling, machine setup, inspection, and preventive maintenance while adhering to ISO procedures.

Shifts available: day (7:00am–3:30pm) and evening (3:00pm–11:30pm). Candidates should have a high school diploma, basic English, and at least 2 years of SMT experience.