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Surface Mount Assembly Technician

New Appointments Group
Posted a day ago, valid for 24 days
Location

Gillingham, Kent ME7 2NY

Salary

£24,000 - £28,800 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

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Sonic Summary

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  • The Surface Mount Assembly Technician/Operator position is located in Rochester and involves manufacturing various electronic assemblies to meet customer deadlines.
  • Candidates should have experience in hand soldering, assembly of SMT PCBs, and knowledge of pick and place technology, with an IPC qualification being a plus.
  • The role requires a minimum of 2 years of experience in a professional manufacturing environment and the ability to operate a reflow oven and pick and place machine.
  • The job offers a 37.5-hour work week with flexible start and finish times, and candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK without restrictions.
  • Salary details were not specified in the job description.

Surface Mount Assembly Technician/Operator

Location: Rochester

The role is to assist in the manufacture of a wide range of electronic assemblies within the production department to ensure goods are produced in a timely manner to meet customer deadlines.

The Job

  • Assembly of small volume surface mount PCBs by hand including operation of our reflow oven
  • Manufacture of cable assemblies
  • Full operation of our pick and place machine including loading components
  • Programming of the pick and place for new boards using a PC
  • Helping with mechanical assembly of our products when required
  • Liaising with the engineering team regarding production problems
  • Ensuring the work environment is kept tidy and safe

The person

  • Ability to hand solder. Knowledge of IPC-A-610 (best practice) and other standards in relation to the job. An IPC qualification is highly desirable, but not essential if you have appropriate experience. Please note that part of the selection process will include a practical test.
  • Experience of the assembly of SMT PCBs to required standards
  • Know about pick and place technology, PCB production and gerber files
  • Understand manufacturing documents and follow specific instructions
  • Experience of a professional manufacturing environment
  • Seeking an educated individual comfortable with PC use and effective in staff communication.
  • Ideal candidate should bring existing knowledge and skills to enhance our products.

Hours: 37.5 hours per week Monday to Friday. There is some flexibility to adjust the start and finish times each day within the current general opening hours of the business. These are currently 08.00 to 17.30.

Please note this position is only suitable for candidates who are already able to live and work in the UK without restriction.

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