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Surface Mount Technician (electronics/machine soldering)

EEEA, Inc
Simpsonville, SC Full Time
POSTED ON 3/21/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/19/2026

Negotiable competitive pay rate offered based on electronics/SMT EXPERIENCE AND CERTIFICATIONS.
POSSIBLE signing bonus offered for the right candidate.
First shift OR second shift work schedule available.

SMT (Surface Mount Technology) Operator / ELECTRONICS Solder Tech

A SMT operator monitors and maintains equipment used to create electronic circuits with surface mount technology (SMT). Your primary job duties involve operating an SMT machine to mount electronic components directly onto circuit boards.

A background in CNC / PLC programming, understanding x & y co-ordinates are equivalent backgrounds to this skill.

Main Tasks:
The main tasks for this role include the setup and operation of the SMT lines inclusive of stencil printing, solder jet printing, pick and place, and reflow. In addition, this role requires at times the testing of PCBA's through automated optical inspection. Other responsibilities include internal IPC training for soldering and rework.
Due to the complexity of the process, the successful candidate must have strong attention to detail and a high sense of quality.

Individual Tasks:

  • Must be able to work productively, safely, and independently without supervision to meet quality, productivity, and on-time goals.
  • Must be able to multi-task to perform various jobs within the SMT area inclusive of setups, operation, troubleshooting, and rework of SMT equipment and PCBA Assemblies
  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, within the department
  • Participate in employee training and improve cross-training
  • Soldering experience (preferred but not required)

Requirements or must learn the knowledge of:

  • High School diploma/GED at a minimum
  • Electronics or equivalent manufacturing experience
  • Must be able to read and interpret assembly drawings
  • Excellent time management skills
  • Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Basic skill in Microsoft Word, Excel and other related software are a must
  • Must have positive attitude and be able to work in a team environment
  • Highly energetic personality with the ability to multi-task
  • Ability to adapt to different software tools to facilitate operation of the equipment
  • Familiarity with electronic parts
  • Basic Electro-Mechanical Aptitude
  • Strong Communication Skills
  • IPC Specifications and Standards, Certification (preferred but not required)
  • High attention to detail, pride in their work, and high sense of quality

Monday through Friday hours. NO NIGHTS! NO WEEKENDS! PAID HOLIDAYS!
FIRST SHIFT 7am - 3:30pm Monday through Friday or
6am - 2:30pm Monday through Friday

MUST BE ABLE TO CLEANLY PASS A BACKGROUND CHECK AND DRUG TEST.

DIRECT HIRE with a 90 day probational period.
*Signon bonus available*

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Experience:

  • Assembly: 1 year (Preferred)
  • Electronics & Electromechanical Assembly Occupations: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $15 - $25

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