SMT Technician

Acara Solutions is seeking an experienced SMT Technician to support our client’s manufacturing operations in Irvine, CA.

• Program and maintain SMT equipment, including Fuji (Nexim/Flex), AOI systems, and reflow ovens.
• Create and modify pick-and-place programs, component profiles, and AOI inspection programs.
• Develop and maintain reflow oven profiles and SMT assembly documentation.
• Maintain stencil inventory and production consumables (solder paste, adhesives, gloves, wipes).
• Troubleshoot SMT equipment and provide technical support to production operators.
• Collaborate with Production, Engineering, Design, and Management to support manufacturing goals.
• Follow quality and safety standards and perform additional duties as needed.

About Acara Solutions Acara is a premier recruiting and workforce solutions provider-we help companies compete for talent. With a legacy of experience in various industries worldwide, we partner with clients, listen to their needs, and customize visionary talent solutions that drive desired business outcomes. We leverage decades of experience to deliver contingent staffing, direct placement, executive search, and workforce services worldwide., After you apply, you may receive a call or message from our AI Talent Scout about this role or other opportunities that match your skills and preferences. AI agent role is to help speed up your hiring process by answering questions, confirming basic information, and identifying whether there’s a mutual fit. The call or chat may be recorded so that our recruiting team can review it - they make all final hiring decisions, while AI agent simply helps move you forward faster. The best part? They are available 24/7, so you can connect whenever it’s convenient for you. Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, TalentRise, Viaduct) are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race/Color/Gender/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran. Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status. Apply

What You’ll Bring:

• High school diploma or GED.
• 3 years minimum experience programming, maintaining, and troubleshooting SMT equipment.

What Sets You Apart:

• Hands-on experience with Fuji Nexim or Flex programming.
• Experience with AOI programming.
• Ability to read and interpret Bills of Materials (BOMs) and assembly drawings.
• Familiarity with ERP systems and Microsoft Office.
• Knowledge of IPC-A-610 Class 3 workmanship standards.
• Experience building or supporting manufacturing assembly fixtures.