Surface Mount Technology (SMT) Lead

Job Summary: The SMT Lead coordinates daily production activities on the surface mount technology lines in a high-paced, quick job turn environment. This role ensures assembly schedules are met, quality standards are maintained, and SMT Operators are supported. The Lead balances hands-on machine operation and troubleshooting with team supervision and process improvement. Coordinate SMT schedule and workload to ensure on-time delivery to internal/external Customers: Review SMT Work Center queue and assign daily production priorities to SMT Operators to ensure deadlines are met Communicate production scheduling concerns and/or status to Production Manager Provide stand-in support for additional workcenters in the absence of the Production Manager Ensure Product is built to Customer and IPC standards: Review all SMT jobs and resolve any potential exceptions prior to jobs running; perform pre and post quote DFM Review job instructions with SMT team just prior to running to ensure all questions are addressed and staff is adequately trained for assigned tasks Identify and train to areas of opportunity with support of the Production Manager, Infrastructure and Quality teams Continue to perform support/operational tasks in the SMT workcenter as needed Continually improve efficiency of SMT operations: Provide build specific feedback to the Management and Infrastructure to ensure build documentation is updated Closely monitor quality of SMT line and identify areas for opportunity; discuss and respond to IPC 610 acceptability standards with Quality Assurance supervisor Monitor use of consumable material and tools to ensure appropriate applications, efficient use and ready stock while managing to avoid overstocking situations Identify opportunities for improvement and perform corrective action as necessary Address machine downtime, troubleshooting both operational and machine related non-conformances Required Qualifications Experience: 3 to 5+ years of hands-on SMT operations experience, with at least 1 year in a senior, lead, or supervisory capacity. Technical Certifications: Active or prior IPC-A-610 or J-STD-001 certifications are highly preferred. Equipment Knowledge: Proficiency with specific machine software (e.g., JUKI, Siemens, Universal, Yamaha) and profiling software (e.g., KIC). Skills: Ability to read complex blueprints, schematics, and BOMs; basic computer skills for inventory and machine programming. Physical Demands: Capability to stand for long periods and lift up to 35–50 lbs of feeders or material reels. Other: Ability to read/write English and computer literate.