SMT Operator

Category: Light Industrial
Location: Olathe, KS 66062
Pay: $25.00 Hourly
Posted: 4 weeks ago
Status: Open

Description

SMT Operator


Seeking an experienced Surface Mount Technology (SMT) operator with hands-on knowledge of Pick and Place machines to support our high-performance PCB assembly line. In this role, you’ll operate and maintain SMT equipment to ensure accurate, efficient component placement and high-quality production results. You’ll also have the opportunity to cross-train in additional areas—including hand assembly, rework, and functional testing—to build a well-rounded skill set across the full manufacturing process.


What's in it for you?

Elwood Staffing associates are eligible for a comprehensive and competitive benefits package plus an exclusive savings program, including:

  • Medical/Vision/Dental/Rx plans
  • Holiday Pay
  • Teladoc (online care)
  • Referral Bonus Incentive
  • Weekly Pay
  • 401k
  • And More!

SMT Operator Details:

  • Temp-to-Hire position
  • $25.00 to $27.00 /hour
  • Full Time work available
  • First Shift (Monday through Friday from 07:00am to 03:30pm)
  • Operate, program, and monitor.
  • Pick and Place machines to ensure accurate component placement and consistent SMT production quality.
  • Perform routine equipment setup, feeder loading, solder paste inspection, and preventive maintenance to keep SMT lines running efficiently.
  • Troubleshoot component placement issues, verify solder quality.
  • Additional cross training opportunities in other areas required.
  • Cleaning and inspection of transducers.
  • Prepare assemblies for post-inspection washing and operate the PCA wash process.
  • Use written test procedures to functionally test PCAs.
  • Prepare, serialize, and pack PCAs for shipping following standard processes.
  • Ensuring all necessary shipping documents are accurately completed.
  • Review packing slip for shipping instructions to create shipment electronically with designated carrier.
  • Receive incoming shipments, verifying their contents against purchase orders or invoices.
  • Assist in maintaining accurate inventory records. 

SMT Operator Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or GED required.
  • 2+ years of SMT or through-hole equipment maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment required.
  • Applicant may be subject to a background check
  • Pre-employment drug screen (Excluding THC) is required as a condition of employment

*A conviction record will not necessarily prevent you from being employed. You will be required to complete and submit a questionnaire. We will consider your age at the time of the offense, when the offense occurred, the seriousness and the nature of the offense, as well as any rehabilitation to determine your employability.


We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and celebrate diversity at all levels of our organization.


How to Apply:

Visit, email, call, or text us today! Walk-ins are welcome! Feel free to apply online at www.elwoodjobs.com!


Olathe, KS

109 S. Mur Len

Olathe, KS 66062

(913) 491-8367

olathe.ks@elwoodstaffing.com



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