Trainee/Junior SMT Operator

A Hiring Company; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 24,796 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401k matching

Paid holidays

PTO days

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discount program

Job summary

A leading emergency beacon manufacturer in Fort Lauderdale seeks an SMT Operator to run SMT machinery according to production plans. Responsibilities include operating equipment, performing visual checks, and maintaining accurate records. The ideal candidate should possess strong troubleshooting skills, mechanical inclination, and experience in electronic manufacturing. Benefits include medical coverage, a 401K matching plan, and generous vacation days. This position offers competitive compensation ranging from $18 to $20 per hour.

Qualifications

• Experience with soldering techniques is beneficial.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office programs is required.
• Engineering education will be an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Operate SMT machinery following build plans.
• Monitor and perform visual checks under supervision.
• Complete shop orders using our ERP system.
• Run pick-and-place machines and perform maintenance.
• Perform daily preventative checks and cleaning.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Mechanical inclination

Electronic manufacturing experience

Ability to read documents

Effective communication

Math skills

Common sense understanding

Education

Soldering experience

Computer experience

Engineering education

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

ACR Electronics, Inc. is the leading development center for emergency beacons that are designed with one purpose: to save lives. Through our combined technology expertise in the marine, aviation, outdoor and military markets, we design and manufacture cutting‑edge rescue beacons and survival gear for boaters, pilots, hunters, hikers, climbers, cyclists, and combat troops, not to mention many of the leading boat builders and aircraft manufacturers in the industry.

Since 1956, ACR’s wide range of survival products has been the choice of NASA, the U.S. Military, the U.S. Coast Guard, and everyday explorers and adventurers across the globe. With everything from emergency locator transmitters and rescue beacons to the special flashlights used on Apollo 13 after their onboard explosion, ACR builds products that are made to perform during expeditions of all sizes.

ACR is an Equal Opportunity/Vet/Disability Employer

Job Summary

The SMT Operator is responsible for running the SMT machine in accordance with the build plan and work instructions as directed by the Manager or line leads. The position requires performing a range of SMT production tasks to ensure consistency of the production plan, including operating SMT machinery, working on products and components, maintaining records, handling PCB assemblies, and various other duties.

Excellent troubleshooting skills and mechanical inclination required, along with electronic manufacturing experience. Experience with assemblies on SMT machines, AOI systems, DEK Screen Printers and Convection Oven Temperature Profiling helpful.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Load/unload, monitor basic machine functions, and perform visual checks under supervision
• Use of our ERP system to complete shop orders through a PC
• Perform tasks to work instructions
• Understand product drawings and BOMs
• Running pick‑and‑place (PnP), screen printers, reflow ovens, and AOI equipment
• Performing daily preventative checks and cleaning
• Other relevant duties assigned by the supervisor or line lead

Note: This description is an outline of the major recurring responsibilities of the job. It is not intended to be all‑inclusive of the work to be performed. Other related job objectives, special assignments and less significant responsibilities typically performed by the incumbent are not included.

Required skills/abilities

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to communicate effectively with supervisor and other employees of the company.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.

Education and Experience

• Soldering experience and knowledge of proper soldering techniques are desired
• Computer experience required, knowledge of Microsoft programs such as Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
• Engineering education is a plus

Physical Requirements

• Standing for the entire shift
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; use hands and fingers to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee may occasionally be required to walk, sit, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Benefits

• We offer medical, dental, and vision, which ACR pays a portion of.
• ACR pays for Life insurance up to two times base annual earnings, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, as well as short‑ and long‑term disability for our employees.
• 401K which provides an employer match of 50% of your salary up to 6%, with no vesting period!
• 10 paid Holidays
• 7 PTO days (prorated based on start date)
• 2 weeks of paid vacation (prorated based on start date)
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Employee discount program for electronics, travel, and more.

ACR’s Core Values

• Growth
• Customer Focus
• Teamwork
• Trust
• Communication
• Accountability
• Family
• Safety

2 positions on day shift M-Th 6am-3:30pm and Fri 6am-10am
1 position night shift M-Th 3pm-12:30am and Fri 10am-2pm (this position receives 10% more $ for a shift differential)
40 hours per week plus occasional OT

Compensation details

18‑20 Yearly Salary