SMT Machine Operator

Ametek, Inc. • City of Binghamton, NY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The SMT Machine Operator is primarily responsible for running the automated equipment that assembles printed circuit boards, including loading programs, loading solder stencils, loading components, and ensuring the machines are properly maintained.

Requirements

• High school or equivalent
• 1-2 years of related machine experience preferred
• Hands-on experience with mechanical/electronic assembly
• Demonstrated ability and willingness to use AI tools to improve productivity, decision-making, work quality, and to reduce costs. The successful candidate must be able to identify appropriate AI use cases and critically evaluate AI-generated outputs.
• Organizational skills required
• Demonstrated experience as a team player

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of electronic component identification is a plus
• PCB assembly and soldering experience is a plus
• IPC training/certification is a plus

Responsibilities

• Pull components needed based on information provided in the BOM.
• Identify and confirm component information.
• Load and replenish components into the machines as needed.
• Ability to identify component type and polarity
• Perform in-process inspections utilizing magnification and visual aids
• Identify any defects during the assembly process and take steps to mitigate them.
• Interface with technicians/engineers to reduce defects and optimize runtime.
• All other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED