SMT Process Technician – Precise PCB Assembly & Inspection

Celestica; Maple Grove (MN); On-site; USD 29,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k with company match

PTO & Holiday pay

Job summary

Celestica, Inc. in Maple Grove, MN, is seeking a Machine Operator 2 to set up and operate SMT machines, inspect produced boards to IPC-A-610 Class 3, and follow engineering process documents.

This role requires experience with solder paste handling, component placement, X-Ray inspection, rework, hand soldering, and reading blueprints, with a focus on quality joints in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Must pass J-STD & IPC-610 certification to perform SMT duties.
• Ability to read blueprints and interpret routings.
• Experience with set-up, operation and troubleshooting of SMT and microscope soldering.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate SMT machines and inspect boards to ensure IPC-A-610 Class 3 compliance.
• Replenish and control SMT components, verify positioning and polarity, document procedures.
• Follow process documentation and diagnose defects; perform X-Ray inspection and hand soldering as needed.

Skills

SMT setup

Soldering

J-STD IPC-610

Blueprint reading

SMT programming

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

SMT equipment programming

Job description

Celestica, Inc. in Maple Grove, MN, is seeking a Machine Operator 2 to set up and operate SMT machines, inspect produced boards to IPC-A-610 Class 3, and follow engineering process documents.

This role requires experience with solder paste handling, component placement, X-Ray inspection, rework, hand soldering, and reading blueprints, with a focus on quality joints in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.