What are the responsibilities and job description for the SMT MACHINE OPERATOR position at Riverside Mfg LLC?
Roles/Responsibilities:
Support our electronics manufacturing operations. This role is responsible for operating SMT equipment to produce high-quality circuit board assemblies, while maintaining safety, quality, and production efficiency standards.
Duties:
- Set up and operate SMT equipment including pick-and-place machines, stencil printers, and reflow ovens
- Load feeders, components, and program jobs per work instructions and production schedule
- Perform first-piece inspections and in-process quality checks
- Monitor machine performance and make adjustments to maintain quality and output
- Identify and troubleshoot machine issues, jams, or placement defects
- Verify correct parts, lot numbers, and configurations per BOM and build documentation
- Maintain accurate production records and complete required documentation
- Perform routine machine cleaning and basic preventative maintenance
- Work closely with Quality, Engineering, and Production teams to resolve issues quickly
- Follow all safety procedures, ESD requirements, and clean workspace standards (5S)
Qualifications/Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- 1 year experience operating SMT equipment preferred (training may be provided for strong candidates)
- Ability to read and follow work instructions, job travelers, and basic assembly drawings
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
- Basic mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced production environment
- Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to [25–50] pounds as needed
- Familiarity with ESD practices and electronics manufacturing standards is a plus
- Must be US Person
Salary : $17 - $22