Senior SMT Operator

SMT Operator

Location:

Merrimack, New Hampshire

Department:
Surface Mount Technology (SMT)

Schedule:

Monday – Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM

Pay Range: $24-$28 per hour, based on experience

Operate SMT machines to place surface mount components and solder reflow devices onto printed circuit boards (PCBs). Responsible for the set‑up, operation, and basic maintenance of all equipment on the SMT line, including the screen printer, pick‑and‑place machines, and reflow oven.

• Follow process sheets and work instructions to ensure accurate product builds.
• Load feeders for surface mount machines using the machine-generated load list.
• Verify part numbers and materials match the job being run.
• Initiate and select correct programs for the SMT screen printer, pick‑and‑place machines, and reflow oven.
• Select and install the proper stencil for screen printing operations.
• Perform in-process quality checks and inspection of boards as required.
• Ensure compliance with ESD, IPC‑A‑610, ISO procedures, and company policies.
• Conduct routine preventative maintenance on screen printers and pick‑and‑place machines per schedule.
• Clean boards as required, based on soldering chemistry and work instructions.
• Accurately record production and inspection data.
• Perform all other duties as assigned by supervisor or lead.

• Basic computer and Microsoft Office skills.
• Knowledge of electronic components and ability to identify parts.
• Familiarity with SMT machine operation and preventative maintenance.
• Ability to interpret and follow IPC‑A‑610 work standards.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Good communication skills and ability to work in a team environment.

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 3‑4 years of SMT manufacturing experience required.
• IPC certification (IPC‑A‑610) preferred.
• Experience with full process of circuit board assembly to include
• Stencil Printing (Ekra experience a plus)
• SPI (Pemtron experience a plus)
• P&P (Siemens/ASM experience a plus)
• Reflow (Vitronics experience a plus)

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during the shift.
• Manual dexterity for handling small components under a microscope.
• Ability to lift up to 30–35 lbs occasionally.
• Work performed in an ESD‑controlled manufacturing environment.