SMT Operator in Newbury

We are looking for an experienced SMT Operator to join a busy and growing team. This is a hands-on role where you will be responsible for setting up and operating SMT equipment, supporting the production of high-quality PCB assemblies. The successful candidate will have previous experience within an SMT environment and a good understanding of the full SMT assembly process.

SMT Operator Roles and Responsibilities:

• Loading and setting up feeders for production
• Setting up and loading PCBs for the production line
• Setting up and operating paste stencil equipment
• Creating and selecting programmes for production
• Loading stencils and setting up existing programmes
• Processing production jobs and cleaning stencils and associated tooling
• Setting up and operating SMT machines
• Creating machine programmes and carrying out job changeovers
• Running production jobs and ensuring machines are set up correctly
• Stripping down machines after production and returning components to kits in the correct order
• Operating the reflow oven to produce assembled PCBs
• Following work instructions and build documentation at all times
• Maintaining high standards of quality throughout the production process

SMT Operator Ideal Candidate:

• At least 2 years' experience in a similar SMT role
• Good knowledge of PCB-level SMT component assembly
• A basic understanding of PCB technologies
• Good knowledge of SMT assembly processes
• Experience reading and following work and build instructions
• Experience working to IPC-A-610 standards would be an advantage
• An understanding of Moisture Sensitivity Levels (MSL)
• Good IT skills, including experience using machine control and programming software
• The ability to learn new systems and software when required

SMT Operator Working Hours and Benefits:

• Monday – Friday, 07:30 to 16:00 37.5 hours per week
• Flexible working hours
• Company pension
• Free flu jabs
• Free parking
• Life insurance
• On-site parking