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SMT Technician

Job Posted: 11 hours ago

Salary: £ Competitive
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Stevenage

Expire in: a month

Job Description

Role: SMT Technician
 Location: Stevenage 
Salary: Competitive DOE

 Overview

 We are currently seeking an experienced SMT Technician to join a growing electronics manufacturing business. This is a technical, hands-on role where you will be responsible for programming, setting up, and optimising SMT production lines, supporting new product introduction (NPI), and ensuring high-quality standards are consistently achieved. You will play a key role in driving process improvements and supporting the wider SMT team in a fast-paced production environment.

 Key Responsibilities

Set up, operate, and monitor SMT equipment (pick and place, printers, reflow ovens)
Create and optimise SMT programs for new and existing products
Carry out line changeovers, calibration, and basic maintenance
Perform first-off inspections and ensure work meets IPC-A-610 standards
Identify and resolve quality issues such as misplacements or solder defects
Maintain accurate production and quality documentation
Support NPI activities, including reflow profiling and process setup
Implement engineering changes (ECNs) and maintain program control
Assist with process improvements and support/training of operators
Ensure compliance with quality, health & safety, and ESD proceduresSkills & Experience

 Essential:

3–5 years’ experience in an SMT Technician or similar technical role
Strong understanding of SMT processes and electronics assembly
Experience with SMT equipment
Knowledge of reflow profiling and soldering processes
Ability to interpret technical documentation and follow structured processesDesirable:

Experience with offline programming software
IPC-A-610 certification
Experience using profiling equipment  
Background in continuous improvement methodologies

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