SMT Operator; Second Shift
Listed on 2026-09-20
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Manufacturing / Production
Manufacturing & Industrial Operations, Production Associate / Production Line, Production QC/QA, Manufacturing Engineer
Location: Windber
About Us
For over 40 years, Kitron Group has been leading the way in manufacturing and assembly of electronics for daily use around the world. Our focus on the values of Commitment, Innovation, and Engagement has enabled us to become a leading global electronics manufacturing services (EMS) company. Our U.S.
-based facility, Kitron Technologies, is continuing to expand and add to our team.
SMT Operator (Second Shift)
Location:
On-Site in Windber, PA
Shift: 3:00 pm - 1:30 am Must be authorized to work in the U.S. About Us
For over 40 years, Kitron Group has been leading the way in manufacturing and assembly of electronics for daily use around the world. Our focus on the values of Commitment, Innovation, and Engagement has enabled us to become a leading global electronics manufacturing services (EMS) company. Our U.S.
-based facility, Kitron Technologies, is continuing to expand and add to our team.
At Kitron, we have a team of highly-skilled and trained colleagues. Working for us means you get access to ongoing learning and development opportunities, as well as our industry-leading benefits offerings, such as:
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Volunteer Time Off (VTO)
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Employee-Assistance Program (EAP)
- Company-paid life insurance, short term disability, and long term disability
- 401(k) with company match
- 9/80 work schedule
- Additional voluntary benefits
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The Role
We are looking for a detail oriented person that is able read and comprehend work instructions and follow established procedures, collect all material and equipment needed to begin the process, label feeders to be loaded onto pick and place, load pick and place feeders following established procedures.
EssentialJob Duties / Functions
- Read and comprehend work instructions and follow established procedures.
- Collect all material and equipment needed to begin the process.
- Label feeders to be loaded onto pick and place.
- Load pick and place feeders following established procedures.
- Set up and operate MPM paste machines.
- Set up and operate pick and place machines.
- Check output to ensure the highest quality.
- Maintain equipment in good condition.
- Keep records of production quantities and time.
- Notify the supervisor immediately of any defects, equipment malfunctions or other issues.
- Complete assigned jobs per established budget.
- Properly use tools and fixtures to prevent part damage/scrap and production down time.
- Follows 5S procedures.
- Other job-related duties as assigned.
- High School Diploma/GED
- Ability to work independently
- Willing to work second shift (3:00PM - 1:30AM)
- Skilled with Windows PC & Software
- Able to obtain IPC-610-001 Certification
- 2 years’ experience in related industry or occupation
- Previous experience in Electronics Manufacturing
- Knowledge of SMT terminology and component types, Quality or SMT background
- Knowledge of ESD
- Excel & Word basics
- Ability to recognize and categorize defect types
- Ability to comprehend documentation such as customer drawings, bill of materials, datasheets, etc.
Typical working conditions at Kitron are indoors, safe, well lit, temperature controlled, low exposure to noxious fumes or offensive odors, clean and sanitary conditions with average light industrial noise. Production areas have machinery with moving parts. Static dissipative smock, and shoes are required. Offices with locking doors, meeting rooms, and common printing areas are well lit, clean, low noise, and temperature controlled with no exposure to noxious fumes or offensive odors.
Pre-EmploymentRequirements
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and pre-employment drug screening. These screenings are conducted in accordance with applicable laws and help us maintain a safe and secure workplace.
StatementsKitron is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO). EEO policies cover all employees and employment programs, management practices and decisions to include recruiting, hiring, promotions, transfers, training and career development, benefits, and separation. All employees and applicants for employment shall be given fair treatment and equal employment…
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