SMT Operator (Second Shift)

Kitron Group; Windber (PA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

Volunteer Time Off

Medical/dental/vision insurance

Employee-Assistance Program (EAP)

Life and disability insurance

401(k) with company match

9/80 work schedule

Voluntary benefits

Job summary

Kitron Technologies in Windber, PA seeks an SMT Operator to join the second shift. You will read instructions, load feeders, and operate paste and pick-and-place machines to ensure high-quality output. Strong attention to detail and the ability to follow procedures are essential.

Responsibilities include monitoring equipment, keeping records, and escalating issues promptly. Requires a High School Diploma/GED and IPC-610 certification readiness; shift is 3:00 PM to 1:30 AM.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Ability to work independently and follow procedures.
• Willing to work second shift (3:00 PM–1:30 AM) and obtain IPC-610-001 certification.

Responsibilities

• Read and follow work instructions and procedures.
• Gather materials and equipment to begin the process.
• Label and load feeders for pick-and-place operations.
• Set up and operate MPM paste machines and pick-and-place equipment.
• Monitor quality and maintain equipment in good condition.
• Record production quantities and times and report defects.

Skills

Independent worker

Second shift availability

Windows PC & Software

Education

High School Diploma/GED

IPC-610 Certification

Tools

MPM paste machines

Pick and place machines

Job description

About Us

For over 40 years, Kitron Group has been leading the way in manufacturing and assembly of electronics for daily use around the world. Our focus on the values of Commitment, Innovation, and Engagement has enabled us to become a leading global electronics manufacturing services (EMS) company. Our U.S.-based facility, Kitron Technologies, is continuing to expand and add to our team.

Job Title: SMT Operator (Second Shift)

Location: On-Site in Windber, PA

Shift: 3:00 pm - 1:30 am

Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

About Us

For over 40 years, Kitron Group has been leading the way in manufacturing and assembly of electronics for daily use around the world. Our focus on the values of Commitment, Innovation, and Engagement has enabled us to become a leading global electronics manufacturing services (EMS) company. Our U.S.-based facility, Kitron Technologies, is continuing to expand and add to our team.

Why Work for Us?

At Kitron, we have a team of highly-skilled and trained colleagues. Working for us means you get access to ongoing learning and development opportunities, as well as our industry-leading benefits offerings, such as:

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Volunteer Time Off (VTO)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Employee-Assistance Program (EAP)
• Company-paid life insurance, short term disability, and long term disability
• 401(k) with company match
• 9/80 work schedule
• Additional voluntary benefits

Hear from a Kitron Employee

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About The Role

We are looking for a detail oriented person that is able read and comprehend work instructions and follow established procedures, collect all material and equipment needed to begin the process, label feeders to be loaded onto pick and place, load pick and place feeders following established procedures.

Essential Job Duties / Functions

• Read and comprehend work instructions and follow established procedures.
• Collect all material and equipment needed to begin the process.
• Label feeders to be loaded onto pick and place.
• Load pick and place feeders following established procedures.
• Set up and operate MPM paste machines.
• Set up and operate pick and place machines.
• Check output to ensure the highest quality.
• Maintain equipment in good condition.
• Keep records of production quantities and time.
• Notify the supervisor immediately of any defects, equipment malfunctions or other issues.
• Complete assigned jobs per established budget.
• Properly use tools and fixtures to prevent part damage/scrap and production down time.
• Follows 5S procedures.
• Other job-related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications / KSA

• High School Diploma/GED
• Ability to work independently
• Willing to work second shift (3:00PM - 1:30AM)
• Skilled with Windows PC & Software
• Able to obtain IPC-610-001 Certification

Preferred Qualifications

• 2 years’ experience in related industry or occupation
• Previous experience in Electronics Manufacturing
• Knowledge of SMT terminology and component types, Quality or SMT background
• Knowledge of ESD
• Excel & Word basics
• Ability to recognize and categorize defect types
• Ability to comprehend documentation such as customer drawings, bill of materials, datasheets, etc.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Typical working conditions at Kitron are indoors, safe, well lit, temperature controlled, low exposure to noxious fumes or offensive odors, clean and sanitary conditions with average light industrial noise. Production areas have machinery with moving parts. Static dissipative smock, and shoes are required. Offices with locking doors, meeting rooms, and common printing areas are well lit, clean, low noise, and temperature controlled with no exposure to noxious fumes or offensive odors.

Pre-Employment Requirements

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and pre-employment drug screening. These screenings are conducted in accordance with applicable laws and help us maintain a safe and secure workplace.

Statements

Kitron is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO). EEO policies cover all employees and employment programs, management practices and decisions to include recruiting, hiring, promotions, transfers, training and career development, benefits, and separation. All employees and applicants for employment shall be given fair treatment and equal employment opportunity regardless of their race, color, religion, age (40 and over), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy status, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, political affiliation, or other prohibited non-merit factors.

Kitron Technologies is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, Kitron will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources at 814-467-9779.

The employee must be able to perform the essential job duties/functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.