SMT Operator

SMT Operator | Weekly Pay | Earn $24-$26/hr | 4-Day Work Week

Join a growing electronics manufacturing team where your skills directly contribute to building high-quality, life-saving technology. If you have SMT, soldering, or electronic assembly experience and enjoy working in a fast-paced, detail-oriented environment, this is an opportunity to grow your career while enjoying competitive pay, weekly paychecks, and an outstanding work-life balance.

Why You'll Love This Opportunity

Weekly Pay

Competitive Pay: $24-$26/hr

4-Day Work Week (3-Day Weekends Every Week!)

Excellent Benefits & 401(k) Match

128 Hours of PTO + Paid Holidays

Career Growth & Cross-Training Opportunities

Work on Products That Make a Real Difference

What You'll Do

As an SMT Operator, you'll play a critical role in the production of precision electronic assemblies by:

• Operating and setting up SMT equipment including pick-and-place machines, AOI systems, reflow ovens, screen printers, loaders, and X-ray equipment.

• Loading feeders, verifying component values, and preparing production runs for success.

• Assisting with machine programming, setup, troubleshooting, and preventative maintenance.

• Performing SMT and through-hole assembly, hand soldering, rework, and component installation.

• Conducting visual inspections and quality checks in accordance with IPC standards.

• Using multimeters and other tools to verify product functionality and quality.

• Following customer prints, work instructions, and manufacturing documentation with precision.

• Supporting continuous improvement efforts while maintaining productivity and quality goals.

What We're Looking For

• 1+ years of SMT operation, electronic assembly, soldering, or machine operation experience.

• Experience working with circuit boards, electronic components, and manufacturing equipment.

• Strong attention to detail and the ability to work with miniature components.

• Ability to read work instructions, blueprints, and assembly documentation.

• Comfortable using computers for data entry and production tracking.

• Team-oriented mindset with a commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement.

Preferred Experience

• AOI, pick-and-place, reflow oven, screen printer, or X-ray equipment operation.

• IPC-610 knowledge or certification.

• AS9100 and ITAR manufacturing environments.

• Quality systems, MES tracking, SPC charting, and electronic troubleshooting.

Work Schedule

2nd Shift

Monday - Thursday | 3:30 PM - 2:00 AM

Enjoy a consistent schedule and a 3-day weekend every week.

Be Part of Something Meaningful

This isn't just another manufacturing job. You'll be part of a team that produces advanced electronic products used in critical applications, helping create technology that improves and saves lives. If you're looking for stability, growth, great pay, and a workplace where employees genuinely enjoy coming to work, apply today.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Eden Prairie, MN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $26.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Eden Prairie,MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 21, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.