SMT Operator

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. 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  - 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 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. 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