SMT Operator Location: Merrimack, New Hampshire Department: Surface Mount Technology (SMT) Schedule: Monday – Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM Pay Range: $24-$28 per hour, based on experience Summary: Operate SMT machines to place surface mount components and solder reflow devices onto printed circuit boards (PCBs). Responsible for the set-up, operation, and basic maintenance of all equipment on the SMT line, including the screen printer, pick-and-place machines, and reflow oven. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: • Follow process sheets and work instructions to ensure accurate product builds. • Load feeders for surface mount machines using the machine-generated load list. • Verify part numbers and materials match the job being run. • Initiate and select correct programs for the SMT screen printer, pick-and-place machines, and reflow oven. • Select and install the proper stencil for screen printing operations. • Perform in-process quality checks and inspection of boards as required. • Ensure compliance with standards of ESD, IPC-A-610, ISO procedures, and company policies. • Conduct routine preventative maintenance on screen printers and pick-and-place machines per schedule. • Clean boards as required, based on soldering chemistry and work instructions. • Accurately record production and inspection data. • Perform all other duties as assigned by supervisor or lead. Job Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: • Basic computer and Microsoft Office skills. • Knowledge of electronic components and ability to identify parts. • Familiarity with SMT machine operation and preventative maintenance. • Ability to interpret and follow IPC-A-610 work standards. • Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality. • Good communication skills and ability to work in a team environment. Education & Experience: • High school diploma or equivalent required. • Minimum 3-4 years of SMT manufacturing experience required. • IPC certification (IPC-A-610) preferred. • Experience with full process of circuit board assembly to include • Stencil Printing (Ekra experience a plus) • SPI (Pemtron experience a plus) • P&P (Siemens/ASM experience a plus) • Reflow (Vitronics experience a plus) Work Environment & Physical Requirements: • Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during the shift. • Manual dexterity for handling small components under a microscope. • Ability to lift up to 30–35 lbs occasionally. • Work performed in an ESD-controlled manufacturing environment.