Demo

Auto Place Lead

Summit Interconnect, Inc.
Aurora, CO Full Time
POSTED ON 11/24/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/23/2026

SMT Auto Place Lead

Summit Interconnect is the premier electronics manufacturer in the US, located in Aurora, Colorado. Specializing in printed circuit board assembly, we build the latest electronic circuitry designs from leading technology companies in every sector, from aerospace to cutting-edge medical devices. We are known for our speed and high quality in our work. It’s a fun place to work. We are continuously innovating our processes and systems to stay on the cutting edge of software technology. Our vision is to have the best employees working to provide an outstanding service experience, and the coolest technology solutions for our customers. We look forward to you joining the team!
Position Summary
Execute machine programs and placement of Surface Mount Technology parts on Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs) to ensure that they fulfill the specifications of customer requirements.  This is a working lead position involving operating machines while handling day to day lead duties and facilitating job oversight in tandem with the SMT Area Manager.

Knowledge, Skill Sets, Education, Experience
What you’ll need:
•    
High School diploma or equivalent.
•    1 – 2 years’ experience in the field or related area.
•    Flexibility to work scheduled hours and extra hours as required.
•    Operate a computer and basic software at a proficient level.
•    Excellent communication skills
Desired:
 2 years’ operating comparable machinery.

What you’ll do:
•    Complete a job verification in BOM and PPJ files.
•    Interpret datasheets, assembly documentation, and shop software to verify polarity and part verification and package information – for all jobs and/or Machine Operator I job.
•    Transfer PPJ files to MyData machine.
•    Perform job setup (trim feeders in magazine and tray components).
•    Test components (LED’s capacitors and diodes) for correct polarities and rotations
•    Inspect solder paste on PCBs prior to the placement of parts.
•    Setup basic (less complex) layouts with preset fiducials.
•    Create and test new packages (as needed) in the MyData machine for their job and/or Machine Operator I
•    Create layouts for the complex assemblies (panelized PCBs and creating and/or making new fiducials)
•    Ensure cycle time and run time is communicated to next department for critical orders.
•    Lead by example.  Maintain constant communication with Process Engineering, Coding and other Process Areas.  Ensure methods of continuous improvements are driven.  
•    Assist leadership in Root Cause analysis for defects.
•    Assign specific jobs to team members.
•    Coach and guide team members as necessary.

Location:
20100 E 32nd Pkwy, #225
Aurora, CO 80011
Compensation: $22.00-$25.00/ hour DOE Plus shift differential

Schedule:
Monday-Friday
2:30pm-11:00pm

Competitive Benefits include:
Medical
Dental-
Vision
401(k) plan
Life Insurance
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Seven (7) paid holidays a year

Pre-employment background and drug screening is performed.
ITAR Compliance Notice
This position requires compliance with the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Under ITAR, candidates must be a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (e.g., "Green Card" holder), asylee, or refugee as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). Applicants who do not meet this requirement may not be eligible for employment in this position.
Summit Interconnect is an Equal Opportunity Employer
We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone is valued and respected. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.

it Interconnect is the premier electronics manufacturer in the US, located in Aurora, Colorado. Specializing in printed circuit board assembly, we build the latest electronic circuitry designs from leading technology companies in every sector, from aerospace to cutting-edge medical devices. We are known for our speed and high quality in our work. It’s a fun place to work. We are continuously innovating our processes and systems to stay on the cutting edge of software technology. Our vision is to have the best employees working to provide an outstanding service experience, and the coolest technology solutions for our customers. We look forward to you joining the team!

Position Summary

Execute machine programs and placement of Surface Mount Technology parts on Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs) to ensure that they fulfill the specifications of customer requirements.  This is a working lead position involving operating machines while handling day to day lead duties and facilitating job oversight in tandem with the SMT Area Manager.

 

Knowledge, Skill Sets, Education, Experience

What you’ll need:


  •  
    High School diploma or equivalent.

  • 1 – 2 years’ experience in the field or related area.

  • Flexibility to work scheduled hours and extra hours as required.
  • Operate a computer and basic software at a proficient level.
  • Excellent communication skills

Desired:

 2 years’ operating comparable machinery.

 

What you’ll do:

  • Complete a job verification in BOM and PPJ files.
  • Interpret datasheets, assembly documentation, and shop software to verify polarity and part verification and package information – for all jobs and/or Machine Operator I job.
  • Transfer PPJ files to MyData machine.
  • Perform job setup (trim feeders in magazine and tray components).
  • Test components (LED’s capacitors and diodes) for correct polarities and rotations
  • Inspect solder paste on PCBs prior to the placement of parts.
  • Setup basic (less complex) layouts with preset fiducials.
  • Create and test new packages (as needed) in the MyData machine for their job and/or Machine Operator I
  • Create layouts for the complex assemblies (panelized PCBs and creating and/or making new fiducials)
  • Ensure cycle time and run time is communicated to next department for critical orders.
  • Lead by example.  Maintain constant communication with Process Engineering, Coding and other Process Areas.  Ensure methods of continuous improvements are driven.  
  • Assist leadership in Root Cause analysis for defects.
  • Assign specific jobs to team members.
  • Coach and guide team members as necessary.

 

Location:

20100 E 32nd Pkwy, #225

Aurora, CO 80011

Compensation: $22.00-$25.00/ hour DOE Plus shift differential

 

Schedule: 

Monday-Friday

2:30pm-11:00pm

 

Competitive Benefits include: 

Medical

Dental-

Vision

401(k) plan 

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Seven (7) paid holidays a year

 

Pre-employment background and drug screening is performed.

ITAR Compliance Notice

This position requires compliance with the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Under ITAR, candidates must be a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (e.g., "Green Card" holder), asylee, or refugee as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). Applicants who do not meet this requirement may not be eligible for employment in this position.

Summit Interconnect is an Equal Opportunity Employer
 
We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone is valued and respected. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Salary : $22 - $25

If your compensation planning software is too rigid to deploy winning incentive strategies, it’s time to find an adaptable solution. Compensation Planning
Enhance your organization's compensation strategy with salary data sets that HR and team managers can use to pay your staff right. Surveys & Data Sets

What is the career path for a Auto Place Lead?

Sign up to receive alerts about other jobs on the Auto Place Lead career path by checking the boxes next to the positions that interest you.
Income Estimation: 
$50,113 - $64,377
Income Estimation: 
$83,358 - $103,871
Income Estimation: 
$71,548 - $88,918
Income Estimation: 
$63,993 - $81,891
Income Estimation: 
$76,263 - $101,711
Income Estimation: 
$37,726 - $46,705
Income Estimation: 
$51,902 - $64,610
Income Estimation: 
$46,685 - $59,878
Income Estimation: 
$43,603 - $55,670
Income Estimation: 
$51,669 - $66,452
Income Estimation: 
$59,875 - $77,824
Income Estimation: 
$83,358 - $103,871
Income Estimation: 
$71,548 - $88,918
Income Estimation: 
$63,993 - $81,891
Income Estimation: 
$76,263 - $101,711
Income Estimation: 
$47,942 - $60,755
Income Estimation: 
$53,120 - $69,174
Income Estimation: 
$50,113 - $64,377
Income Estimation: 
$61,656 - $78,069
Income Estimation: 
$59,875 - $77,824
View Core, Job Family, and Industry Job Skills and Competency Data for more than 15,000 Job Titles Skills Library

Job openings at Summit Interconnect, Inc.

Summit Interconnect, Inc.
Hired Organization Address Anaheim, CA Full Time
Summit Anaheim currently has an open position for Final Inspector (2nd shift). Summit Interconnect is a manufacturer of ...
Summit Interconnect, Inc.
Hired Organization Address Schaumburg, IL Full Time
Company Description Summit Interconnect is the largest, privately held PCB manufacturer in North America. The company is...
Summit Interconnect, Inc.
Hired Organization Address Hollister, CA Full Time
Company Description Job Title: Process Engineer About Summit: As North America's largest privately held printed circuit ...
Summit Interconnect, Inc.
Hired Organization Address Aurora, CO Full Time
Electronic Manufacturing-SMT Technician Floater Summit Interconnect is the premier electronics manufacturer in the US, l...

Not the job you're looking for? Here are some other Auto Place Lead jobs in the Aurora, CO area that may be a better fit.

Lead Teacher

The Goddard School of Orchard Park Place, CO, Orchard, CO

Massage Therapist

Lead Wellness Staffing, Arvada, CO

AI Assistant is available now!

Feel free to start your new journey!