SMT Machine Operator

A local South Orange County electronics manufacturer is seeking an SMT Operator to join their growing team. The Surface Mount Tech (SMT) Operator is responsible for both automated and manual surface mount manufacturing. This is a full-time, temp-to-hire opportunity with pay ranging from $20 to $30/hour, based on experience. The hours are Monday through Friday, 5AM to 1:30PM (1st shift) or 1:30PM-10pm (2nd shift) and occasional weekend shifts. Once hired, there's a competitive employee benefits package, including bonus, health plan, and matching 401K.

Responsibilities:

• May be responsible for occasional SMT repair.
• Process control and operator level of preventative maintenance of the equipment
• Perform loading and unloading to and from machine independently
• Set up feeder to machine per set up
• Perform the simple machine change over
• Identify the basic SMT components
• Set up SMT parts to correct feeder
• Make sure all process tools, stencils or fixtures are in house before starting the set-up process
• Checking machinery to ensure they are operated in a safe manner
• Alert supervisory and maintenance colleagues regarding necessary equipment repairs
• Ensure assembled product meets compliance standards
• Responsible for set-up, operation, and adjustment of SMT equipment.
• Monitors and maintains equipment to meet company standards.
• Responsible for quality assurance and documentation.
• Other various tasks as needed to support customer requirements and production schedule

• Requires 1-3 years of relevant experience and demonstrates growing proficiency under moderate supervision
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain a high level of accuracy.
• Ability to read and interpret assembly drawings, work instructions, and component specifications.
• Basic understanding of electronic components and their identification.
• Proficiency in operating computers and navigating software applications. Good manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination. Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Basic problem-solving skills and willingness to learn to troubleshoot equipment issues. Effective communication skills and ability to work in a team environment.
• Knowledge of safety procedures and ESD (Electrostatic Discharge) prevention.
• Familiarity with SMT processes, equipment, and technology is preferred but not required.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Ideally have experience with SMT and through-hole assembly or hands on experience as an SMT operator - but not necessary.
• Prior contract manufacturing experience is a plus.
• Ideally have electronic SMT machine assembly experience.
• Ideally have experience with component packages.
• Ability to read set up lists.
• Knowledge of electronic components.
• Experience with Microsoft Excel, familiarity and comfort working with computers.
• Mechanical skills an asset.