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Skills
- Assembly Drawingsunmatched
- Business Operationsunmatched
- Business Supportunmatched
- Communication Skillsunmatched
- Compensation and Benefitsunmatched
- Detail Orientedunmatched
- Electronics Assemblyunmatched
- Electronics Manufacturingunmatched
- Hand Toolsunmatched
- High School Diplomaunmatched
- Manufacturingunmatched
- Manufacturing Assemblyunmatched
- Manufacturing Technologyunmatched
- Operational Supportunmatched
- Organizational Skillsunmatched
- Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
- Printed Circuit Board (PCB)unmatched
- Production Controlunmatched
- Production Systemsunmatched
- Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
- Solderingunmatched
- Surface Mount Technologyunmatched
- Team Playerunmatched
- Writing Skillsunmatched
Description
SMT Machine Operator - Coopersville, MI
2nd Shift: 3 PM - 11 PM
3rd Shift: 11 PM - 7 AM
Pay: $21/hr
Contract to Hire
Position Summary
We are seeking motivated and detail-oriented SMT Operators to join our manufacturing team. In this role, you will be responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining Surface Mount Technology (SMT) equipment used in the production of electronic assemblies. The ideal candidate has experience in electronics manufacturing, a commitment to quality, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced production environment.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Set up and operate SMT production equipment, including:
- Screen Printers
- Glue Dispensing Machines
- Pick-and-Place Machines
- Reflow Ovens
- Perform SMT machine changeovers and make adjustments for various product types and production requirements
- Prepare component kits for manufacturing
- Clean printed circuit boards according to established procedures
- Perform basic soldering and SMT component rework (training provided as required)
- Conduct visual inspections of SMT assemblies to ensure product quality
- Interpret IPC-A-610 standards and customer specifications to verify product acceptability
- Maintain accurate production and job tracking records
- Use hand tools safely and effectively, including screwdrivers, pliers, cutters, and related equipment
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area
- Follow all company safety procedures and promptly report unsafe conditions
- Support team members by assisting with production issues and training coworkers as needed
- Perform additional duties as assigned to support business operations
Qualifications and Experience:
Required:
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with attention to detail
- Ability to read and interpret assembly drawings and work instructions
- Mechanical aptitude and ability to use basic hand tools
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
- Ability to work accurately while meeting production goals
Preferred:
- Previous electronics manufacturing or SMT experience
- Basic soldering experience
- Familiarity with Surface Mount Technology (SMT) assembly processes
- Experience operating automated SMT equipment
- Knowledge of IPC-A-610 workmanship standards
- Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications
Why Join Our Team?
- Opportunity to work with advanced electronics manufacturing technology
- Comprehensive training and career development opportunities
- Collaborative and safety-focused work environment
- Opportunities for advancement through multiple operator levels
- Competitive compensation and benefits package
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Coopersville, MI |
| Industry | Staffing/Employment Agencies |
| Company Size | 500 to 999 employees |
| Year Founded | 1969 |
| Website | http://www.sterling-engineering.com |
About Company
Sterling Engineering has been a trusted partner for engineering, project management, and staffing solutions for over five decades. We provide exceptional engineering/technical recruitment and engineering project services to clients nationwide:
- Engineering & Technical Recruitment - With our focus on engineering, technical, and IT, Sterling has the in-depth knowledge, industry expertise, and robust employee pipeline it takes to rapidly find talent for even the most difficult to fill positions. Sterling’s extensive recruitment methodology allows us to engage the most talented employees in the marketplace. We offer exciting work and career-building opportunities for our candidates, along with expert support at every step of the process.
- Engineering Project Services – Our experienced, multi-disciplined team of project managers, engineers, and designers, led by licensed Professional Engineers (PE), provide project management, engineering, design, and Commissioning, Qualification, and Validation (CQV) to manufacturing, OEM, and R&D customers. We work on complex, highly technical projects across a number of industry sectors, and our ability to scale and seamlessly integrate at multiple levels of your organization is what differentiates us.
Sterling offers a unique combination of engineering solutions and Best of Staffing level service to help our clients and talent achieve their goals.