SMT Operator

Reporting To: Production Manager
Job Purpose:
To set up, operate and maintain SMT production equipment, ensuring the efficient manufacture of high-quality electronic assemblies that meet customer specifications, quality standards and delivery requirements, whilst supporting continuous improvement activities within the Production department.
Responsibilities
* Set-up, change over and operate SMT production line in accordance with production schedules, work instructions and business objectives
* Operate SMT equipment including screen printers, pick and place machines, reflow ovens and associated production equipment
* Ensure all products are manufactured in accordance with customer requirements, technical documentation, internal procedures and applicable industry standards.
* Carry out first-off inspections and in-process verification checks to ensure product quality and process compliance.
* Perform manual inspection activities where required, identifying defects and escalating quality concerns appropriately.
* Verify component part numbers, batch information and feeder set-up prior to production runs to ensure material traceability and product conformity
* Monitor line performance, identify process issues and take appropriate action to minimise downtime and maintain production output
* Perform routine preventative maintenance, schedule cleaning, machine verification checks and first-line fault-finding activities on SMT equipment, escalating persistent or complex equipment issues to the SMT Technician or Engineering
* Complete production records, machine logs, traceability documentation and quality records accurately and in a timely manner.
* Support Engineering with NPI activities, including line set-up, first-off builds, product introductions and process validation activities
* Assist with root-cause investigations, corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives aimed at improving quality, efficiency and productivity
* Support production activities outside the SMT area where required to meet customer delivery requirements and business objectives
* Assist the Production Supervisor in resolving production issues and maintaining daily production targets
* Highlight recurring defects, equipment issues and process inefficiencies to support continuous improvement activities
* Train and support other team members where required, sharing knowledge and promoting best practices
* Promote high standards of quality, ESD compliance, Health & Safety and housekeeping within the production area
* Adhere to all relevant company policies, procedures, work instructions and quality requirements
Requirements
Previous experience operating SMT production equipment,
Experience working within an electronics manufacturing environment,
Experience of monitoring machine performance and troubleshooting production issues,
Knowledge of SMT components and assembly processes
Understanding of IPC-A-610 workmanship standards.
Understanding of ESD precautions and controls
Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team
High attention to detail and ability to multi-task
Initiative driven and deadline focusedCommitment to Health & Safety standards
Performance Standards
* BS EN ISO 9001 – Quality Management Systems
* BS EN ISO 13485 – Medical Devices Quality Management
* IPC-A-610 – Acceptability of Electronic Assemblies
* AS9100 – Aerospace Quality Management System
* Customer specifications
Shifts
(Apply online only) Monday - Thursday
(Apply online only) Friday