SMT Operator – Bedfordshire
Position Type
Full Time
Location
United Kingdom
Salary
£25,000 - £30,000 dependent on experience
Sector
CEM
Working Model
Office Based
Be part of one of the UK’s leading and most innovative electronics manufacturers. This company specialises in providing vertically integrated design and manufacturing solutions tailored to diverse industry needs. With a strong focus on flexibility, responsiveness, and localised support, they excel in delivering low to medium-volume, high-mix product profiles. Backed by cutting-edge technology and a customer-centric approach, this company ensures seamless collaboration, high-quality production, and tailored solutions that drive efficiency and innovation.
This exciting opportunity for an SMT Operator involves setting up and operating state-of-the-art SMT production lines, delivering high-quality electronic products for major OEMs across a variety of industries. The ideal candidate will play a key role in precision assembly, following detailed build instructions to produce cutting-edge technology for sectors including Automotive, Clean Energy, Communication & Broadcasting, Consumer Electronics, Defence & Aerospace, Homeland Security, IP Development Platforms, Medical, Scientific Research, and Space. This is a chance to work on high-impact projects in a fast-paced and forward-thinking environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Assemble products according to defined build instructions and IPC-A-610 standards to ensure quality and consistency.
- Document any deviations from IPC-A-610 standards clearly and concisely within build instructions before starting work on customer products.
- Verify that all processes are robust, clear, and capable of consistently meeting required standards, ensuring that available documentation supports expected results.
- Confirm competency and training levels, ensuring the necessary skills are in place to meet or exceed expected performance standards.
- Strictly follow all processes, identifying any gaps or potential improvements and reporting them to supervision for timely corrective actions, including updates to QMS documentation.
- Adhere to company quality standards and procedures at all times.
- Immediately notify supervision if a task cannot be completed within the quoted build times.
Requirements
- Experience in pre-kitting for SMT machines.
- Skilled in programming and operating stencil printers.
- Proficient in loading placement programs and performing set value checks for SMT lines (Europlacer experience preferred).
- Ability to create and adjust component package checks for SMT lines (Europlacer experience preferred).
- Perform routine maintenance on SMT lines as needed.
- Operate and maintain TSM and Heller ovens.
- Manage and control solder paste usage.
- Handle moisture-sensitive components following best practices.
- Certified to IPC-A-610 standards.
- Knowledge of EPICOR is advantageous
Additional Benefits
- 25 days Holiday
- Company Pension
- BUPA healthcare (after successful completion of probation)
- Life Insurance
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Death in Service
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If you are a highly organized and motivated individual with the experience and qualifications outlined above, we invite you to apply simply by completing the details below and attaching an up-to-date copy of your CV/Resume.
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