Senior SMT Operator

Title: Senior SMT TechnicianLocation: CramlingtonContract Type: Full-time/Permanent

A leading electronics manufacturing company is seeking a self-driven and highly motivated Senior SMT Technician to join its innovative and fast-growing team in Cramlington. As the Senior SMT Technician, you will play a key role in overseeing the day-to-day production process, ensuring smooth operations, and optimizing production efficiency. You will be part of a collaborative environment, driving continuous improvement and meeting customer delivery expectations.

What We Offer:

• A dynamic, performance-driven environment with a focus on teamwork and individual contributions.
• Opportunities to contribute significantly to the growth of the business and improve operational processes.
• A supportive, open corporate culture where you can thrive professionally.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate and maintain both automated and manual assembly equipment, such as Pick & Place machines, screen printers, AOI inspection machines, and reflow solder equipment.
• Perform various mechanical assembly operations on assemblies and sub-assemblies.
• Create and build programs on the Pick and Place machine, ensuring the correct placement of components.
• Utilize IPC soldering standards for inspection and quality control.
• Assemble printed circuit boards (PCBs) in compliance with established quality standards and documentation.
• Conduct troubleshooting and fault corrections for program, process, or machine issues to maintain smooth production flow.
• Collaborate closely with the Quality, Industrialisation, and R&D teams to ensure products meet high standards.
• Assist with training and knowledge transfer at other company locations to ensure proper process handover prior to the main site opening.

Ideal Candidate:

• Strong knowledge of electronics, components, and SMT processes.
• Experience with screen printing, pick & place, reflow, and AOI programming (experience with Siemens, ASMPT, or Omron is preferred).
• At least 5 years of experience in an electronics production environment.
• High attention to detail with the ability to lead a small team.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced production line.
• Relevant qualifications in electronics or equivalent experience.
• IPC and JSTD certification is a plus but not essential.
• Flexibility to work shift hours when required.

Salary and Benefits:

• Competitive annual salary of £35,000, depending on experience.
• Overtime pay at 1.5x the hourly rate.
• Monthly shift allowance for applicable shift patterns.
• 25 days holiday plus public bank holidays.
• Group pension plan with up to 5% contributions from day one.
• Employee Assistance Programme, life assurance cover, and more.

This is a great opportunity for an experienced SMT Technician to contribute to a growing company and further develop your career.