SMT Process Technician I - 1st shift

Soundoff-Signal; Hudsonville (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

SoundOff-Signal is seeking a manufacturing-focused professional to support production processes and continuous improvement initiatives. The role collaborates with Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, and Operations to optimize SMT, AOI, SPI operations and line changeovers.

The candidate will help develop standard work, assist in root-cause analysis, and manage setups for production runs while maintaining strong attention to detail and communication throughout the shift.

Qualifications

• Requires high attention to detail and strong communication skills.
• Experience in manufacturing environments and cross-functional coordination.
• Familiar with SMT, AOI, SPI, and line changeovers.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 and lean manufacturing principles.

Responsibilities

• Support Manufacturing Processes and coordinate with Manufacturing Engineering, Operations, Quality and Materials.
• Provide First-Responder support for production issues and develop standard work.
• Assist with root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Perform setups, line changeovers, and handle incoming reels in SMT as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Interpersonal communication

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking

Education

High School diploma

Associate's degree preferred

Tools

SolidWorks

Excel

Word

Job description

Description

General Position Overview

Support the following Directives:

• Team Purpose: Continuously Influence Manufacturing Design and Processes
• Team Vision: Build and Ship the Part the Day the Part is Ordered

Support the Five Pillars of Manufacturing Engineering:

• Root Cause Analysis/Production Support
• Advanced Manufacturing Processes and Technologies
• Value Added/Value Engineering (VA/VE) Activities
• Continuous Improvement and Lean Activities
• New Product Launch
• Work closely with Operations and Manufacturing Engineering to support current and future manufacturing processes and products.

Essential Job Functions

• Demonstrates SoundOff Signal's Core Values in daily interactions with internal and external customers.
• Responsible for carrying out assignments aimed at supporting Manufacturing Processes. Coordination of activities with other departments, such as Manufacturing Engineering, Operations, Quality, Product Development and Materials. This position demands some knowledge of equipment and processes related to SMT, EA and Final Assembly equipment.

Root Cause Analysis/Production Support

• Provide First-Responder Support for Production Issues
• Assist Manufacturing, Engineering and Quality in Root Cause Analysis and Production Support
• Develop Standard Work to Support Manufacturing and Maintenance Teams

Advanced Manufacturing Processes and Technologies

• Support Innovation in Process and Design utilizing state-of-the-art assembly and design techniques.

Value Added/Value Engineering Activities

• Support Manufacturing, Engineering and Quality with continuous improvement activities

Continuous Improvement and Lean Activities

• Support and Identify Improvement Opportunities by using process data and key performance indicators.

New Product Launch

• Support Manufacturing, Engineering and Quality with process selection and development.
• Perform line changeovers between production runs.
• Perform all aspects of setups including receiving of incoming reels in SMT.
• Able to perform job consistently without excessive absenteeism or tardiness.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• High School diploma, Associate's degree preferred. Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Manufacturing Environment
• Previous AOI and SPI programming experience preferred
• Knowledge and understanding of overall functions and operations of a manufacturing environment
• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong organizational skills and ability to work on multiple projects at one time.
• Ability to operate: PC, WORD, EXCEL, SolidWorks
• Ability to operate stencil printer, SM placement equipment, offline loading station and systems, reflow oven equipment and any others as required.
• Able to solder add on components.
• Ability to travel on a limited basis.
• Statistical Analysis/Root Cause Analysis
• Knowledge of ISO:9001 Requirements

Physical Requirements

• Able to lift up to 35 lbs.
• Must be able to accurately handle and assemble small parts.
• Able to stand, sit, walk, bend, twist, rotate and/or reach throughout an entire shift.
• Must be able to handle and work with small parts.

Working Conditions

• Light manufacturing environment
• Fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Low noise level in a temperature-controlled setting
• Required to work shift hours (four 10-hour days) with occasional overtime

Schedule

• Monday-Thursday, 5:00am-3:00pm; occasional overtime as needed