Surface Mount Technology Operator

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; White City (OR); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East seeks an SMT Operator Level 1 to set up and operate SMT equipment, including pick-and-place machines, screen printers, and reflow ovens. You will load feeders, verify parts, and perform basic adjustments while maintaining production records.

Responsibilities include running SMT lines, inspecting PCBAs, and maintaining equipment. A High School Diploma or equivalent and 0–1 year SMT experience are required, with adherence to safety and ESD

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 0–1 year SMT operator experience.
• Able to read English work instructions.
• Familiarity with reading blueprints/diagrams.
• Understanding of SMT equipment operation.

Responsibilities

• Load machine programs, feeders, and components onto SMT machines for specific jobs.
• Run SMT equipment per process sheets (pick-and-place, screen printers, reflow ovens).
• Verify components against parts lists and load them accurately into feeders.
• Monitor machine operation and make minor adjustments to placement or settings for quality.
• Perform visual inspections of PCBAs for defects and ensure quality.
• Record production data and maintain logs of machine settings and output.
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace, following safety and ESD procedures.
• Report minor machine malfunctions or production issues to supervisors or maintenance staff.

Skills

SMT operation

Attention to detail

Reading blueprints/diagrams

English reading/comprehension

Willingness to learn

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

SMT equipment experience

Job description

Job Summary:

AnSMT Operator Level 1primarily sets up and operates Surface Mount Technology (SMT) equipment like pick-and-place machines, screen printers, and reflow ovens. Key duties include loading components onto machine feeders, verifying parts and machine settings, performing basic operations and minor adjustments, performing manual component placement and inspection, and conducting preventative maintenance on the machinery. The role also involves basic quality checks of finished printed circuit board assemblies (PCBAs) and maintaining production records

Responsibilities:

• Load machine programs, feeders, and components onto SMT machines for specific jobs
• Run the SMT equipment, including pick-and-place machines, screen printers, and reflow ovens, following instructions and process sheets
• Verify components against parts lists and load them accurately into feeders
• Monitor machine operation and make minor adjustments to component placement or other settings to ensure proper function and quality
• Perform visual inspections of components and the final PCB assembly for defects like misplacement or solder issues
• Conduct routine maintenance, such as cleaning machine nozzles, to ensure equipment precision and prevent downtime
• Identify and report minor machine malfunctions or production issues to supervisors or maintenance staff
• Record production data and maintain logs of machine settings and output
• Maintaining equipment and keeping the workspace clean and organized for safety and productivity
• Follow all ESD, safety, and company quality procedures

QUALIFICATIONS (Education & Experience):

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 0–1 year of SMT operator experience
• Understanding of SMT equipment operation
• Ability to identify different electronic components.
• Basic knowledge of the printing and soldering processes.
• Adherence to safety protocols and procedures.
• Familiarity with reading blueprints, diagrams, and processing documentation.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions in English
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn

PHYSICAL DEMANDS and WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Good hand/eye coordination required.
• Must have 20/20 vision (with correction) and color vision.
• Regularly required to sit; occasionally required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, or crouch.
• Ability to lift to20 lbsas needed.
• Work performed in a manufacturing environment with exposure to moderate noise levels.
• Regular exposure to flux and other manufacturing chemicals must follow safety and ESD procedures.