SMT Pick and Place Machine Operator

Playmate Preschools LLC; Texas; On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

PlayMate Enterprise is seeking an SMT Operator to manage the complete SMT process from setup through reflow. You will run and maintain SMT equipment, program jobs, and ensure quality while adhering to IPC standards.

The role requires hands-on experience with paste printing, pick-and-place, and reflow systems, plus a focus on continuous improvement. The candidate should be comfortable with Windows-based software, basic MS Office, BOM tools, and problem-solving to optimize production and

Qualifications

• Experience with electronic component assembly and SMT operations.
• Familiarity with IPC standards and solder paste/stenciling.
• Ability to program SMT jobs and run full SMT processes with supervision.
• Capable of operating, maintaining SMT equipment (paste printer, pick and place, reflow).
• Proficient with Windows-based PC applications and basic office tools.
• Knowledge of ESD procedures and quality-focused mindset.

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot SMT equipment (paste printer, pick and place, reflow).
• Program jobs and run complete SMT manufacturing cycles with minimal supervision.
• Perform related tasks beyond SMT equipment as needed.
• Contribute to growth planning and evaluate future automation opportunities.

Skills

Electronic assembly

SMT process knowledge

Problem solving

Mechanical tooling

Electronic testing (DVM)

Quality focus

ESD procedures

Team collaboration

Equipment installation

Windows computer literacy

Automation planning

Communication

Tools

MS Word

Excel

BOM software

Job description

Job Description

Role Overview

Candidate must understand SMT terminology. This person must be knowledgeable of SMT components types and their package size. The operator should be experienced with the total SMT process from set-up, feeders, programming knowledge, stencil, manual and automated printing, solder paste, and reflow ovens. Skills include a comprehensive understanding of IPC standards.

Key Responsibilities

The SMT operator will run and maintain the SMT equipment (paste printer, pick and place,reflow). Operator will also be expected to program jobs.

Job Description:

Duties include operating, maintenance, and any associated tasks related to SMT. Responsibilities will vary and it is expected this individual will be ableto operate and maintain equipment other than SMT equipment.

This person must be capable of running a job through the complete SMT process with minimum supervision.

Qualifications & Experience

• Electronic component assembly
• Computer (Windows)
• Knowledge of ESD procedures
• Solder paste/stenciling
• Ability to problem solve
• Mechanical tooling/fixtures
• Electronic component recognition
• Simple electronic testing (DVM, etc..)
• Ability to recommend future automation systems and participate in growth planning
• Equipment installation
• MS Word and Excel (basics)
• Parts database (BOM) software user
• Quality focus

Company Description

PlayMate Enterprise is a product / services company, specializing in electronics mfg., and 3D printing.