SMT Operator
Introducing TechPoint
TechPoint Group, are now one of the largest UK-owned CEMs. We supply EMS and supply chain services to leading technology companies across the UK and Europe. We operate from a modern, clean environment to support customers in the commercial, space, defence, transport, audio, motorsport, and instrumentation sectors. We are opening a new world-class facility and are looking for new talented people to join us on this exciting journey.
The Role
You will be working at a market-leading CEM operating highly sophisticated manufacturing equipment, ranging from solder jet printers, Mycronic, Yamaha and Europlacer pick and place machines, X-ray and numerous reflow ovens and responsible for the manufacturing of complex PCBA products to IPC class level 3.
Working within a team of engineers, you will need to be fully conversant with the SMT/surface mount assembly process. Experience in such equipment is required but training on specific equipment will be provided.
Operators need a complete understanding of components and packages, process line operation, inspection and working with technical documentation. Understanding thermal reflow profiles, ESD and basic machine maintenance is integral to the operation.
Responsibilities
- On/Off line set up of inventory & materials to SMT placement equipment
- On/Off line set up of equipment such as printing, placement, reflow equipment & buffers/loaders
- Running and managing Mycronic automated production lines
- First off approval and change process
- Running Mycronic Jet Printers
- Operating ovens such as, Asscon, BTU and ERSA hotflow/N2
- Working with line optimisation software
- Ability to understand and enact build instructions and associated drawings
- Comprehension of component package types, orientation, MSL handling and ESD
- Completing machine calibrations and routing maintenance
- IT literate and able to use internal software applications
About you
Qualifications & Competencies
- Desirable – Previous experience in a surface mount production role.
- Desirable – Knowledge of automatic surface mount equipment.
- Desirable - Comfortable using Microsoft Office, specifically Word and Excel.
- Essential – A personable attitude with a hands-on approach to their role, responsibilities and the wider company activities.
- Desirable - Engineering background, ideally Electronics Manufacturing.
- Desirable – Strong written and spoken English.
Why us?
Work Pattern: Monday-Thursday 7.30am to 5.30pm
- 20 days holiday plus Christmas shutdown
- Your birthday as an additional day off
- Private Healthcare
- Health cash plan
- Company sick pay
- Bonus Scheme
- Life insurance of 4 x your annual salary
- Up to 5% employers pension contribution salary sacrifice
- Option to buy up to 5 days of holiday
- Enhanced Parental leave pay
- Cycle to work scheme
- Home and Tech salary sacrifice scheme
- Tastecard discounts
- Free parking