SMT Operator

SMT Operator

Hours - Monday to Thursday 7.30-5pm - Compressed hours!

Orion are delighted to be supporting TechPoint, one of the UK's largest independently owned electronics and components manufacturers, in their search for a Surface Mount Operator to join the team at their Basingstoke facility. With state-of-the-art SMT lines and a strong focus on quality, TechPoint are continuing to invest in people, equipment, and their working environment making now a fantastic time to join.

If you're looking to work with high-end electronics across industries like space, defence, and motor sport, and you enjoy hands-on technical work in a clean and modern setting, this could be the role for you.

The responsibilities of the SMT Operator will include:

Setting up and operating SMT equipment, including printers, reflow ovens, and pick-and-place machines
Preparing inventory, feeders, and materials for production runs
Reading build instructions and interpreting engineering drawings
Performing first-off inspections and supporting AOI fault review
Calibrating and maintaining machines to ensure optimal performance
Handling components correctly, including ESD precautions and MSL awareness
Supporting continuous line operation and assisting with manual part placement where needed

We are looking for a SMT Operator who:

Has previous experience in an SMT production role (desirable)
Understands surface mount machinery and PCB build processes
Is confident reading build documentation and technical drawings
Has a hands-on, proactive approach to their work
Ideally has an engineering background, preferably in electronics
Is comfortable using Microsoft Word and Excel

As a SMT Operator, you can benefit from:

£28,000 - 32,000 salary depending on experience
25 days holiday bank holidays
An extra day off for your birthday
Private healthcare and cash plan
Company bonus scheme
Life assurance (4x salary)
Up to 5% employer pension contribution
Enhanced parental leave
Cycle to work scheme
Free parking

If you're interested in joining TechPoint as their next SMT Operator, APPLY NOW! For more information, please contact Jacob Exton at Orion Electrotech Reading for a chat.

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