SMT Technician

Orion Electrotech Ltd
Wokingham, United Kingdom
1 month ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Compensation
£ 40K

Job location

Wokingham, United Kingdom

Tech stack

Microsoft Word
Microsoft Excel
Build Process

Job description

If you're looking to work with high-end electronics across industries like space, defence, and motorsport, and you enjoy hands-on technical work in a clean and modern setting, this could be the SMT Technician role for you.

The responsibilities of the SMT Technician will include:

  • Setting up and operating SMT equipment, including printers, reflow ovens, and pick-and-place machines
  • Preparing inventory, feeders, and materials for production runs
  • Reading build instructions and interpreting engineering drawings
  • Performing first-off inspections and supporting AOI fault review
  • Calibrating and maintaining machines to ensure optimal performance
  • Handling components correctly, including ESD precautions and MSL awareness
  • Supporting continuous line operation and assisting with manual part placement where needed

Requirements

  • Has previous experience in an SMT production role
  • Understands surface mount machinery and PCB build processes
  • Is confident reading build documentation and technical drawings
  • Has a hands-on, proactive approach to their work
  • Ideally has an engineering background, preferably in electronics
  • Is comfortable using Microsoft Word and Excel

Benefits & conditions

  • £30,000 - £40,000 salary depending on experience
  • 25 days holiday bank holidays
  • Life assurance (4x salary
  • Up to 5% employer pension contribution
  • Enhanced parental leave
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Free parking

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