SMT PCB Assembly Technician – Precision Electronics

Advanced Input Systems; Coeur d'Alene (ID); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Advanced Input Systems in Coeur d’Alene, ID is seeking an SMT Operator to set up and run SMT production for PCBA assemblies on HMI products. You will handle stencil printers, pick-and-place, reflow, SPI, and AOI processes, ensuring quality and adherence to IPC standards.

The role requires attention to detail, ability to follow procedures, and basic computer skills to log production data. Overtime and weekend shifts may be required to meet production schedules.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical/vocational training in electronics or manufacturing preferred.
• Experience operating automated production equipment in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read and interpret work instructions, BOMs, setup sheets, diagrams, and MAPS.
• Ability to identify electronic components and their markings, values, and polarity.
• Strong attention to detail, basic mechanical aptitude, and ability to follow detailed procedures consistently.
• Good communication skills and computer proficiency for entering production data and accessing work instructions.

Responsibilities

• Setup & Changeover - Set up SMT line equipment per work instructions and schedule; install stencils, load feeders, and load approved machine programs.
• Material Verification - Load and verify reels, trays, and feeders against the BOM and setup sheets for correct part number, value, and polarity.
• Solder Paste Handling - Store, thaw, mix, and apply solder paste per procedure; track shelf life.
• Operation & Monitoring - Monitor machine performance and output through the shift; respond to alarms, mispicks, and placement errors.
• Quality & Inspection - Perform first article checks and in-process visual inspections; review SPI and AOI results and escalated defects.
• Maintenance - Perform basic troubleshooting and routine PM; nozzle cleaning, stencil cleaning, feeder checks.
• ESD / MSD Control - Follow moisture-sensitive device handling and ESD control procedures at all times.
• Documentation - Maintain accurate production records, setup logs, and material transactions per the quality system.
• Communication - Report equipment issues, defects, and quality concerns to lead/supervisor, SMT technicians, and Quality.
• 5S & Improvement - Keep work areas clean and organized; participate in Lean and continuous improvement for throughput, yield, and quality.

Skills

SMT operation

IPC workmanship

Equipment setup

Quality inspection

Documentation

ESD control

Education

High school diploma

Electronics training

Tools

Fuji

Juki

Panasonic

Job description

Advanced Input Systems in Coeur d’Alene, ID is seeking an SMT Operator to set up and run SMT production for PCBA assemblies on HMI products. You will handle stencil printers, pick-and-place, reflow, SPI, and AOI processes, ensuring quality and adherence to IPC standards.

The role requires attention to detail, ability to follow procedures, and basic computer skills to log production data. Overtime and weekend shifts may be required to meet production schedules.