At a Glance
- Tasks: Set up and operate SMT equipment while ensuring quality control.
- Company: Join a well-established manufacturer of cutting-edge devices.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, career development, and early finishes on Fridays.
- Other info: Great opportunities for career growth and product training.
- Why this job: Be part of an innovative team and enhance your skills in electronics.
- Qualifications: Experience with SMT machines and ability to read technical drawings.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Competitive salary available
What you get?
- Competitive salary
- Career development path
- Excellent Product Training
- Early finish on a Friday
- 8% total pension
- Death in service x3
A well-established manufacturer of cutting-edge devices are currently looking for a SMT Operator. The successful candidate will work on an automated SMT production line, comprising a Panasonic AM-100 pick-and-place machine, Marantz AOI machine (automated optical inspection) and Pyramax reflow oven.
What you will be doing?
- Set up, operate, and monitor SMT equipment, including stencil printer, pick-and-place machine, and reflow oven.
- Load components, feeders, and PCBs to the SMT machine as per the job schedule.
- Inspect solder paste application, component placement, and solder joints (visually or using AOI systems).
- Perform basic machine maintenance and troubleshooting under supervision.
- Carry out SMT and Through-hole rework when required.
What you need?
- Prior experience working with SMT machines and PCB assembly.
- Ability to read and interpret basic technical drawings, assembly instructions, PCB layout diagrams and bills of materials (BoM).
- Understanding of electronic components (resistors, capacitors, ICs, etc.) and the SMT packages (TSSOP, SOP, SOIC, SOT, etc.).
- Familiarity with surface mount technology.
SMT Operator employer: Hunter Selection
Join a well-established manufacturer in Barry, where you will not only receive a competitive salary but also enjoy a supportive work culture that prioritises career development and excellent product training. With benefits like an early finish on Fridays, a generous pension scheme, and a commitment to employee growth, this role as an SMT Operator offers a rewarding opportunity to be part of a cutting-edge production team.
