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Senior SMT Operator

Cramlington

Post Date, 03/12/2024

Salary: - per annum

Permanent

Title: Senior SMT Operator 
Location: Cramlington
Contract Type: Full-time/Permanent

A leading electronics manufacturing company is seeking a self-driven and highly motivated Senior SMT Operator to join its innovative and fast-growing team in Cramlington. As the Senior SMT Operator, you will play a key role in overseeing the day-to-day production process, ensuring smooth operations, and optimizing production efficiency. You will be part of a collaborative environment, driving continuous improvement and meeting customer delivery expectations.

What We Offer:

  • A dynamic, performance-driven environment with a focus on teamwork and individual contributions.
  • Opportunities to contribute significantly to the growth of the business and improve operational processes.
  • A supportive, open corporate culture where you can thrive professionally.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Operate and maintain both automated and manual assembly equipment, such as Pick & Place machines, screen printers, AOI inspection machines, and reflow solder equipment.
  • Perform various mechanical assembly operations on assemblies and sub-assemblies.
  • Create and build programs on the Pick and Place machine, ensuring the correct placement of components.
  • Utilize IPC soldering standards for inspection and quality control.
  • Assemble printed circuit boards (PCBs) in compliance with established quality standards and documentation.
  • Conduct troubleshooting and fault corrections for program, process, or machine issues to maintain smooth production flow.
  • Collaborate closely with the Quality, Industrialisation, and R&D teams to ensure products meet high standards.
  • Assist with training and knowledge transfer at other company locations to ensure proper process handover prior to the main site opening.

Ideal Candidate:

  • Strong knowledge of electronics, components, and SMT processes.
  • Experience with screen printing, pick & place, reflow, and AOI programming (experience with Siemens, ASMPT, or Omron is preferred).
  • At least 5 years of experience in an electronics production environment.
  • High attention to detail with the ability to lead a small team.
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced production line.
  • Relevant qualifications in electronics or equivalent experience.
  • IPC and JSTD certification is a plus but not essential.
  • Flexibility to work shift hours when required.

Salary and Benefits:

  • Competitive annual salary depending on experience.
  • Overtime pay at 1.5x the hourly rate.
  • Monthly shift allowance for applicable shift patterns.
  • 25 days holiday plus public bank holidays.
  • Group pension plan with up to 5% contributions from day one.
  • Employee Assistance Programme, life assurance cover, and more.

This is a great opportunity for an experienced SMT Technician to contribute to a growing company and further develop your career.

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Contract Details
  • Contract Type: Permanent
  • Salary Type: per annum
  • Total Applications: 6
  • Last Date: 14/01/2025
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