SMT Pick & Place Machine Operator

Republic of Green; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Saint Paul seeks an experienced SMT operator to run and maintain SMT equipment with a focus on quality and efficiency. The role requires a deep understanding of SMT processes, IPC standards, and proactive problem-solving skills. With competitive wages and comprehensive benefits, this position is ideal for candidates looking to grow in their careers in electronics manufacturing.

Benefits

High wages

Regular production bonuses

Fully paid medical coverage

Dental benefits

High 401K match

Qualifications

• Experience in electronic component assembly is required.
• Must understand ESD procedures.
• Experience with IPC standards and components.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain SMT equipment including paste printer and reflow ovens.
• Program jobs after training and run the complete SMT process.
• Perform maintenance and associated tasks related to SMT.

Skills

Problem solving

Quality focus

Mechanical tooling/fixtures

Education

IPC-610 training/experience

Tools

Windows

Parts database (BOM) software

Simple electronic testing equipment (DVM, etc.)

Job description

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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.

MetroSpec pays high wages and has regular production bonuses. We also offer full benefits, including fully paid medical coverage, dental, and a high 401K match.

Key Responsibilities

The SMT operator will run and maintain the SMT equipment (paste printer, pick and place, AOI, reflow, conveyors). After training, the 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 trained to 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
• IPC-610 training/experience
• Computer (Windows)
• Knowledge of ESD procedures
• 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
• MS Word and Excel (basics)
• Parts database (BOM) software user
• Quality focus

Metrospec requires a background check for all candidates once an offer has been accepted.