SMT Operator
Basingstoke
Full-time
Permanent employee
28,000 - 32,000 £ per year
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
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
About us
Our Mission
Harnessing the specialised strengths of each TechPoint business to create a uniquely integrated, value-driven solution for our customers. Dedicated to delivering exceptional service, from supply chain optimisation to complex manufacturing, empowering our clients with innovation and efficiency across every stage of their journey.
Our Purpose
Contribute to making a tangible impact on the success of our clients by redefining what’s possible in supply chain management and advanced manufacturing.
Equal Opportunities for all
TechPoint Group is an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing equal opportunities to all individuals, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy, maternity, race, genetic information, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. We value diversity and inclusion in our workforce and encourage all qualified candidates to apply
Harnessing the specialised strengths of each TechPoint business to create a uniquely integrated, value-driven solution for our customers. Dedicated to delivering exceptional service, from supply chain optimisation to complex manufacturing, empowering our clients with innovation and efficiency across every stage of their journey.
Our Purpose
Contribute to making a tangible impact on the success of our clients by redefining what’s possible in supply chain management and advanced manufacturing.
Equal Opportunities for all
TechPoint Group is an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing equal opportunities to all individuals, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy, maternity, race, genetic information, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. We value diversity and inclusion in our workforce and encourage all qualified candidates to apply