Job Description
**SMT Operator - MUST HAVE SMT EXPERIENCE**
**Job Description**
We are looking for a skilled SMT Operator to join our team in Lake Forest, California. As an integral part of our electronics manufacturing services, you will be responsible for operating Surface Mount Technology (SMT) equipment and ensuring the production of high-quality circuit board assemblies. Our services cater to industries such as aerospace, defense, medical electronics, and industrial power.
**Responsibilities**
+ Operate SMT equipment
+ Perform preventive maintenance on SMT and production equipment
+ Independently operate SMT automatic assembly equipment including Screen Printer, SPI, Pick & Place, and Reflow Oven
+ Set up and understand set-up lists, assembly instructions, and assembly notes
+ Prepare and load components to feeders
+ Follow ESD handling procedures for sensitive electronic devices per ANSI/ESD S20.20-2007
+ Familiarity with IPC-A-610 and JSTD-001 standards for the acceptability of electronic assemblies
+ Identify manufacturer's part number markings on various components
+ Identify critical component features including package type and size
+ Understand ROHS compliance and compatibility
+ Identify, document, and report non-conforming material
+ Identify proper feeder types (e.g., 8mm x 2mm, 16mm x 8mm, vibratory, etc.)
+ Recognize Sn63 and Pb-Free solder pastes
+ Print solder paste on PCB for various components including 0201, less than 15mil fine pitch, and BGA packages
+ Perform routine maintenance for production equipment
**Essential Skills**
+ 1+ year of SMT operation experience
+ Knowledge of IPC standards
+ Ability to read and interpret blueprints
+ Experience with surface mount technology and SMT machines
+ Familiarity with PCB board assembly and wave soldering
+ Experience with pick and place machinery
**Additional Skills & Qualifications**
+ Knowledge of ITAR regulations
+ Experience with 'Pick n Place' equipment
**Why Work Here?**
Join our team to be part of a dynamic and innovative environment where your skills will be valued. We offer opportunities for growth and development within the company, ensuring you can advance your career in electronics manufacturing. Enjoy a supportive work-life balance, and the chance to work with state-of-the-art technology in a leading industry.
**Work Environment**
The work environment is a clean manufacturing facility. You will be working the 1st shift from 7am to 3:30pm, ensuring a productive and efficient workday.
**Pay and Benefits**
The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $24.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
- Medical, dental & vision
- Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
- 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
- Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
- Short and long-term disability
- Health Spending Account (HSA)
- Transportation benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
**Workplace Type**
This is a fully onsite position in Lake Forest,CA.
**Application Deadline**
This position is anticipated to close on Jun 15, 2025.
**About Aerotek:**
We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry - from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies' construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.
Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
Job Tags
Weekly pay, Temporary work, Shift work, Day shift,
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