An SMT (Surface Mount Technology) Operator sets up, operates, and maintains PCB assembly machinery—including screen printers, pick-and-place machines, and reflow ovens—to mount electronic components onto circuit boards. Key responsibilities include loading components, conducting quality inspections, troubleshooting minor technical issues, and ensuring compliance with safety standards and IPC specifications.
Job Title: SMT Engineer / SMT Machine Engineer
Job Responsibilities:
Machine Operation: Operate, monitor, and maintain SMT line equipment (screen printers, pick-and-place, reflow ovens) to ensure efficient PCB production.
Setup & Changeover: Perform machine setup, changeovers, and component loading (feeders) according to work orders and bills of materials (BOM).
Quality Control: Perform visual inspections and use AOI (Automated Optical Inspection) machines to ensure proper component placement and solder quality.
Troubleshooting: Identify, resolve, and document minor machine malfunctions to minimize downtime.
Maintenance: Perform daily/weekly preventative maintenance on machines.
Documentation: Record production data, maintenance, and defects.
Job Requirements:
Experience: Previous experience as an SMT operator or in electronics manufacturing is strongly preferred.
Skills: Strong attention to detail, manual dexterity, and basic computer skills.
Knowledge: Understanding of electronic components and, in some cases, soldering skills
