SMT Operator in Loughborough

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 focused.
• Commitment 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: Monday - Thursday, Friday.