Job Description

SMT Operator

Job Purpose

Responsible for the operation of surface mount equipment in the electronics assembly process. Works closely with others in a highly functional team environment. Supports an environment of continuous improvement by following established processes, recommending new improvement ideas, and actively contributing to the overall health of the team. This position is based in Springville, Utah.

Typical working hours:

Monday - Friday from 8am-4:30pm 

Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for the safe and efficient operation of SMT electronics placement equipment.
• Contributes to a quality-minded culture by following established processes.
• Can read and follow detailed operating instructions.
• Knowledge of IPC-610 a plus.
• Inspects and tests electronics assemblies.
• Must have a strong attention to detail.
• Able to work effectively with others in a team environment.
• Previous experience working in a facility with ISO-9001 experience.

• Collaborate actively in a team-oriented environment to accomplish shared goals and support cross-functional initiatives.
• Communicate proactively and professionally with team members and managers to ensure alignment, share updates, and resolve issues.
• Participate in ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance personal growth, improve job-related skills, and contribute to team success.
• Perform other duties, tasks, and responsibilities, including as listed in GlassFrog, and support other teams as assigned, which may fall outside the essential duties and responsibilities.

First 30 Days:

• Get to know and build trust with each member of the SMT Team.
• Understand basic manufacturing product flow.
• Actively participate in team and company meetings.
• Learn basic operations of the pick and place equipment.
• Learn basic operations of the paste printing equipment and process.
• Participate in onboarding training provided by Wavetronix.

First 90 Days:

• Demonstrate ability to run basics of pick and place equipment with some oversight.
• Demonstrate ability to run basics of printing equipment with some oversight.
• Ability to independently inspect electronics assemblies.
• Ability to test electronics assemblies based on pre-defined procedures.

First 6 Months:

• Ability to run pick and place equipment with little oversight.
• Ability to run printing equipment with little oversight.
• Understand basics of selective soldering and conformal coating processes.

First Year and Beyond:

• Ability to run all SMT printing and pick and place processes with no oversight.
• Improve operator skills through additional off-site training.
• Ability to run selective soldering equipment and conformal coating equipment. 
• Actively participate in company learning and development programs. 
• Become IPC-610 certified.

About Wavetronix:

Wavetronix' purpose is to enable rewarding careers and foster personal development. Today, we meet that purpose by creating innovative technologies that make the world's roads safer and more efficient. Our core values include putting people first and embracing a growth mindset. We lead with insight and innovation; seek out, embrace, and solve difficult challenges; and strive to change the way our customers approach their problems. As a result, we have enjoyed strong growth over the last 24 years. We continue to invest in long-term growth, creating even more opportunities. 

If you share our values and have the education and experience to help us create the most talented work force in the traffic industry, we encourage you to apply.

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