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SMT Technician

Job Posted: 9 hours ago

Salary: £ 30,610 - 30,610 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Bedford

Expire in: a month

Job Description

SMT Technician

Location: Bedford

Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time Mon-Fri

Salary: £30,610 per annum

Are you an experienced SMT Technician looking to join a forward-thinking electronics manufacturer? Our client, a global leader in assembly, is seeking a skilled and motivated SMT Technician to join their production team.

The Role

As an SMT Technician, you’ll play a key role in ensuring smooth and efficient production within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Working as part of an Autonomous Production Team (APT), you’ll operate and maintain SMT machinery, ensure adherence to quality standards (IPC-A-610), and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Operate SMT equipment including printing, placement, and reflow machines.
Perform first-level preventive maintenance on production machinery.
Conduct quality checks during manufacturing to ensure compliance with IPC-A-610 and customer-specific standards.
Identify and act on deviations or defects, initiating corrective actions as required.
Set up and replenish feeders and solder paste according to work instructions.
Participate in quality improvement and problem-solving activities (QRQC, Top 5, workshops).
Apply and uphold workplace safety, ESD, and environmental protection rules.
Requirements:

Proven experience in SMT / PCB assembly.
IPC-A-610 certification or training (essential).
Knowledge of lean manufacturing and 5S principles.
Strong attention to detail and disciplined work ethic.
Excellent teamwork and communication skills.
Flexible, proactive, and results-oriented mindset.
Please note that at times due to the volume of applications we may not be able to respond to each person individually.  If you do not hear from us within 7 days we’re sorry you have not been successful this time.  Please do not let this stop you applying for other positions you may be suitable for. Good Luck!

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