SMT Machine Operator Job Description
SMT machine operator
provides programming and technical support for the SMT process equipment used in PCBA manufacturing: marking, solder paste printing, solder paste inspection, pick and place, and thermal profile monitoring system.
SMT Machine Operator Duties & Responsibilities
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Sample responsibilities for this position include:
Follow 5S and Safety guidelines
Use manual/semi-automatic/automatic solder paste stencil machine
Load components into pick and place machine
Reflow oven operations
Routine light duty maintenance
Start job run on machine
Set up loader machine
Also handling lead related material
Set up MPM (screen printer)
Set up CP6 and locate and identify if errors occur and alert SMT Technician
SMT Machine Operator Qualifications
Qualifications for a job description may include education, certification, and experience.
Licensing or Certifications for SMT Machine Operator
List any licenses or certifications required by the position: IPC, ESD
Education for SMT Machine Operator
Typically a job would require a certain level of education.
Employers hiring for the SMT machine operator job most commonly would prefer for their future employee to have a relevant degree such as High School Degree in Performance, Electronics
Skills for SMT Machine Operator
Desired skills for SMT machine operator include:
Asset
Electrical components
Electronic parts
Electrostatic discharge
IPC-610 standard
Material and products used and ability to select them according to the process used
Polarization and component values
Soldering paste
Technical fundamentals
Assembly drawings and blueprint reading
Desired experience for SMT machine operator includes:
Locate and start oven (Heller 1700)
1-year experience feeder set up preferred
Basic computer and math knowledge
Prior Assembly Experience and Soldering Skill may be required for this position
It's important to consistently meet all productivity and deadline goals and ensure that the area is kept clean and free of hazards at all times, and machines should be prepared for the next job when possible to save time
Computer skills and the ability to use applications like Microsoft Word are necessary for this position
SMT Machine Operator Examples
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SMT Machine Operator Job Description
Job Description Example
Our innovative and growing company is looking for a SMT machine operator. To join our growing team, please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications.
Responsibilities for SMT machine operator
- May monitor scrap rates and identify potential component waste and report to technician
- Uses either a manual, semi-automatic or automatic solder paste stencil machine
- Performing quality inspections at each stage to ensure product is built per customer specifications and industry standards
- Inspect soldered boards to detect substandard soldering
- Verify PCB identification, program name, conveyor width, solder paste, mistake proofing
- Troubleshoot various pieces of equipment
- Performs operation, setup, and product changeover
- Knowledgeable of manufacturing instructions
- Occasionally change feeders, splice reels, scan parts
- Understand Panapro for correct part identification
Qualifications for SMT machine operator
- Must have a minimum of 1 year experience in equipment work
- Must be quality conscious and possess ability to meet production and quality standards
- Ability to add and subtract whole numbers, fractions and decimals using direct reading, gauges, rulers and scales
- Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, and written work instructions
- Must be willing to schedule, attend and pass continuing training courses
- May be required to pass solder training class to operate certain pieces of equipment
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SMT Machine Operator Job Description
Job Description Example
Our company is growing rapidly and is looking for a SMT machine operator. Thank you in advance for taking a look at the list of responsibilities and qualifications. We look forward to reviewing your resume.
Responsibilities for SMT machine operator
- Perform EPIC inspection per instruction to be done hourly, at start-up, and during changeovers
- Perform daily, weekly, monthly, and tri-monthly (per work order instructions) maintenance on the machine according to the rotational maintenance schedule
- Benchmark placement of machine(s) & laser etch to be verified, where applicable
- Assist Master Trainers in training new operators
- All machines within assigned line (qualified within business unit)
- Plan machining by studying work orders, blueprints, engineering plans, materials, specifications, orthographic drawings, reference planes, locations of surfaces, and machining parameters
- Plan stock inventory by checking stock to determine amount available
- Program and setup Mills and Lathes
- Maintain equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements
- Operator will be responsible but not limited to setting up SMT material onto the appropriate equipment, load feeders for reeled & stick parts and matrix trays onto the pick and place machines unloading and tearing down equipment, set up and tear down stencil printer, wash boards in aqueous cleaner or appropriate cleaner
Qualifications for SMT machine operator
- May be required to pass Forklift Training for some operations
- May be required to do heavy lifting (in excess of 25 lbs.) on some operations
- Must maintain ESD Precautions Standards certification
- May be required to enter confined spaces
- May be required to handle hazardous chemicals and maintain appropriate training requirements
- Monitors chemical or pneumatic or hydraulic levels or pressures used in the manufacturing process
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SMT Machine Operator Job Description
Job Description Example
Our company is searching for experienced candidates for the position of SMT machine operator. Thank you in advance for taking a look at the list of responsibilities and qualifications. We look forward to reviewing your resume.
Responsibilities for SMT machine operator
- Complete tasks as directed by manufacturing schedules with minimum supervision
- Other duties as assigned – please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job
- Operate the machine, which includes understanding the sequence of events, the control panel and indicators, and understand how to replenish supplies and components per Standard Operating Procedures
- Set-up of the machine, which includes machine adjustments and ability to perform set-up (feeder loading and changing) per the manufacturing instructions and Standard Operating Procedures
- General machine cleaning and upkeep per the Standard Operating Procedures
- Complete shortage tags
- Set-up, operation and maintenance of SMT machine
- Clean and manage stencils and solders paste in and out
- Verify the place alignment
- Manage each machine (Screen printer, Glue machine, CP, IP and Reflow)
Qualifications for SMT machine operator
- This typically involves cleaning, inspecting, rotating, changing chemical solutions, lubricating machine parts as outlined in the “Preventative Maintenance Log'
- Inspects output and identifies defects
- Other related duties including mechanical/electrical assembly tasks, as assigned
- May have exposure to chemical substances, extreme heat and lifting of heavy equipment (15 lbs)
- Protective equipment must be worn
- This profile reflects the major normal duties of the position
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SMT Machine Operator Job Description
Job Description Example
Our innovative and growing company is hiring for a SMT machine operator. Please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications. While this is our ideal list, we will consider candidates that do not necessarily have all of the qualifications, but have sufficient experience and talent.
Responsibilities for SMT machine operator
- Operator will set-up and operate SMT Machines for PCB production
- Loads I.C.'s onto feeders and perform changeovers for low volume/high mix electronic manufacturing environment
- Works from process sheets or written/verbal instructions given by supervisor and engineer to perform production tasks
- Promptly complete screening tasks and document in a timely manner
- Set-up and operate (soldermask) to process circuit board panels
- Manually screen legend and soldermask
- Assist department in achieving zero scrap per month
- Perform house keeping duties to maintain a clean and safe work environment
- Inform Managers of any potential problems
- Ability to stand/walk 8+ hours per day
Qualifications for SMT machine operator
- A minimum of a high school diploma or GED or equivalent experience is required for this position
- Must be comfortable using the computer, typing and using a variety of systems to complete daily tasks
- MUST have previous SMT Operating experience
- SMT Experience /Surface Mount Component Mounting
- CNC Machine Operation experience preferred but not required
- Must be able to support assemblies of a complex and critical nature that may require an extensive knowledge of techniques, tools, materials, military standards and ISO 9000
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SMT Machine Operator Job Description
Job Description Example
Our company is searching for experienced candidates for the position of SMT machine operator. If you are looking for an exciting place to work, please take a look at the list of qualifications below.
Responsibilities for SMT machine operator
- Surface mount technology (SMT) machine operators work with SMT machines which solder small parts such as circuits, transformers, sockets, and other electronic components
- Good manual dexterity is necessary to position, align, and place components for SMT machines, which must be tended by replenishing their supplies and programming them in an efficient manner
- Load proper parts into machine and fill solder paste
- Inspect and test finished SMT products for quality
- Must monitor the output of machines to ensure quality, and maintenance and calibration are periodically necessary for these machines, troubleshooting and simple repairs when machines are not functioning properly
- Consistently meet all productivity and deadline goals and ensure that the area is kept clean and free of hazards at all times, and machines should be prepared for the next job when possible to save time
- Operate and monitor an automated machine for insertion of electronic components using the surface mount technology (SMT)
- Adjust and run the printer equipment to apply the solder paste
- Load and validate positioning of the feeders to ensure proper feeding of the machine according to the selected program
- Feed the machine with printed circuit boards, and monitor production flow
Qualifications for SMT machine operator
- Continuous use of hands/fingers for handling, holding, grasping, turning, picking and pinching to hold product and also during use of various hand tools (screwdriver, pliers, crimpers, tweezers, other)
- Previous experience with PnP, Machining, Production, Manufacturing Methods and Procedures
- Ability to read work orders, follow production drawings and sample assemblies, or receives verbal instructions regarding duties to be performed
- Must be experienced with IPC-610/J-STD workmanship standards class II & III and must know how to identify component polarity, color code and values
- Two plus years of Surface Mount experience and machine operations running pick and place, reflow ovens and stencil printers
- Must be computer literate and capable of loading and navigating through multiple programs for all surface mount equipment