SMT Operator

Job Description

Overview

OSI Systems companies have a long history of developing innovative solutions to bring a better quality of life to the world. Our OSI Electronics (OSIE) division is a diversified manufacturer of electronic devices and value-added manufacturing services.

We provide our customers with the manufacturing capabilities and purchasing power of a global Electronics Manufacturing Services provider. By delivering regional and personalized support best provided by a smaller company, we strive to build lasting relationships and create close and valued partnerships with our customers. Our singular focus is to help security experts, clinical professionals and high-tech developers solve real-world problems and issues.

PFC Flexible Circuits Limited, a division of OSI Electronics, is seeking an SMT Operator who will operate, set up, and monitor SMT equipment to assemble flexible printed circuits (FPC) and rigid-flex assemblies per controlled work instructions, travelers, and quality requirements. This includes automated and semi-automated stencil printers, pick-and-place equipment, reflow ovens, solder paste inspection processes, AOI units, and X-Ray equipment.

This individual will support day shift operations (7:30am - 4:00pm).

Responsibilities

• Operate pick-and-place units (e.g., Panasonic AM, BM, and NPM/NPG as applicable) by loading and verifying programs, validating pick and placement, responding to alarms, and maintaining throughput and placement quality.
• Set up and operate SMT stencil printers by installing and verifying stencil type and thickness, aligning to fiducials, setting print parameters (squeegee pressure/speed and separation/snap-off), and completing first-print approvals.
• Set up feeders and materials by staging and verifying components to the BOM and traveler, loading feeders/tape-and-reel, verifying polarity/orientation, performing required feeder checks, and maintaining feeder and lot traceability.
• Operate AOI and X-Ray inspection equipment as needed by executing programs, verifying coverage, dispositioning findings per criteria, and coordinating defect review and rework routing with Quality/Engineering.
• Manage solder paste and print quality by differentiating and properly handling water-soluble versus no-clean pastes, verifying lot/expiration and storage/conditioning, performing paste print inspection (e.g., coverage, bridging, smearing, and insufficient paste), and correcting out-of-control conditions.
• Perform cleaning and basic upkeep by completing stencil underside wipes/cleaning, printer checks, and line/tooling cleaning using approved chemicals and disposal methods.
• Troubleshoot SMT line issues by clearing stoppages/alarms, performing basic checks and adjustments within training, documenting downtime, and escalating to Maintenance/Engineering as needed.
• Set up and operate Heller reflow ovens by selecting and verifying recipes, confirming conveyor width/speed and zone temperatures, monitoring output, identifying reflow defects (e.g., insufficient wetting, solder balling, tombstoning, and voiding indicators), and escalating issues as needed.
• Uphold the company’s core values of Integrity, Innovation, Accountability, and Teamwork.
• Demonstrate behavior consistent with the company’s Code of Ethics and Conduct.
• It is the responsibility of every employee to report to their manager or a member of senior management any quality problems or defects in order for corrective action to be implemented and to avoid recurrence of the problem.
• Duties may be modified or assigned at any time to meet the needs of the business.

Qualifications

• High school diploma desired.

• Experience with SMT line operating including stencil printers and pick-and-place equipment within a manufacturing environment desired.

• Ability to read and follow travelers, work instructions, basic assembly drawings, and BOMs desired.

• Basic understanding of SMT process flow including print/place/reflow/inspect desired.

• Must have strong attention to detail and ability to recognize common SMT defects; willingness to stop work and escalate abnormalities.

• Manual dexterity and careful handling skills for thin and delicate flexible circuits, pallets, and support tooling required.

• Must be a team player.

• Basic computer skills to enter data and retrieve instructions and tracking tools required.

• Ability to lift up to 25lbs without assistance.

• Must be able to read, write, and communicate effectively using the business language (English).

Pay may range from $17.60 to $17.60 hourly