SMT Machine Technician (Swing)

Vanguard EMS, Inc. • Beaverton, OR

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About The Position

The SMT Machine Technician serves as support for Engineers. This position focuses on creating and maintaining SMT process equipment programs, profiles, and completing proper maintenance that ensures equipment remains in good working order.
Vanguard EMS, Inc. is in the service business. Even with Vanguard’s state of the art technology, vast manufacturing capability, and leading-edge information tools, we wake up every day thinking about how best to serve our customers, suppliers, and the communities in which we live.

Requirements

• High level of proficiency in computer systems including Microsoft Office Suites.
• Experience in ISO 9001, ISO 13485 and/or AS9100.
• Working knowledge of IPC-610, J-STD, IPC 7711/7721, IPC-A-600, ANSI/ESD S20.20 standards.
• Electromechanical skills are a plus.
• Component ID training or IPC or equivalent training/certification highly encouraged.
• Strong affinity for mechanical technology and a proactive approach in preventive maintenance.
• Displays a high-level critical thinking and analysis
• Demonstrates highly motivated strong leadership and teambuilding skills with self-motivation, problem solving abilities, team spirit and a “hands on” mentality
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral.
• High School Diploma, GED or Equivalent

Nice To Haves

• Technical Certification or Associates Degree in Electronic or Mechanical engineering
• One or more years’ experience in the electronic manufacturing industry.
• One year’ experience utilizing UniCAM or equivalent CIM software package
• Experience with program driven SMT/AOI equipment.
• Working knowledge of stencil printer, pick & place machines, wave solder machines, wash machines, reflow ovens, and automated optical inspection machines.
• Component ID training or IPC or equivalent training/certification highly encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Modifies programs and creates thermal profiles that support all equipment in the automated SMT production lines.
• Proactively repair equipment as needed and build tooling/fixtures for production when necessary.
• Train operators in basic equipment operation and preventive maintenance.
• Maintain preventive maintenance schedule.
• Assist in maintenance strategy planning for new equipment.
• Troubleshoot equipment and quality issues

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision
• 401K (with employer match)
• Paid Time Off
• Paid holidays
• Profit Sharing

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees