Job Title:  SMT Operator

Department:  SMT Production Cell 

Accountability:  This position reports to the team leader of the SMT production cell

Responsibilities:               

• Read work orders, follow drawings, sample assemblies, or verbal orders to assemble products
• Assemble manufactured products according to blueprints, work orders, or verbal instructions
• Execute assembly builds in a timely manner as defined by the production schedule
• Set-up and operate the following equipment within the cell:  SMT machine, AOI equipment, wave solder machine & conformal coating line
• Able to operate basic assembly tools as needed
• Work at different workstations & cross-train to support other departments, as required
• Label finished products and complete paperwork 
• Maintain a clean work area and participate in the maintenance of the facility 
• Adhere to all safety and ESD protection standards as dictated by company 
• Preform testing on a variety of custom electronic products
• Participate in product assembly training sessions, team activities and our continuous improvement process
• Support the vision, mission, strategy and values of the company

Requirements:

• Must have High School Diploma or equivalent, technical certification a plus
• Experience running one or multiple pieces of equipment within a SMT production cell a plus
• Mechanically inclined with experience using basic hand tools
• Ability to understand written and verbal instructions in English  
• Ability to work in a team environment and communicate effectively
• Ability to read and interpret work instructions, and engineering drawings 
• Ability to perform basic mathematical computations & computer applications
• Must possess a strong attention to detail
• Must be able to tolerate long periods of standing
• Must be able to perform activities that include bending, stretching and climbing
• Ability to regularly lift and move up to 25 lbs. and occasionally up to 50 lbs.
• Visual requirements include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to focus
• General knowledge of workplace safety, 5S concepts & ESD controls, a plus
• General knowledge of Quality Management Systems such as ISO9001

Work Environment – Manufacturing:

• Machinery
• Chemicals, (See SDS)
• Dust
• Noise
• Protective clothing and equipment may be required
• Use of a computer or electronic equipment may be required

Prepared by:  Human Resources

Approved by:  VP Operations