Engineering Technician (SMT Operator)

Job Title:  Engineering Technician ( SMT Operator)

Location: Malabar, FL

Employment Type: Temp to Direct (12 Months)    

Industry:  Aerospace and Defense

Compensation: $33.00/Hour

Schedule: 40 Hours/Week 3/12 (6:00 AM- 6:00 PM Fri, Sat, Sun)

About the Opportunity:

• Operate and monitor Surface Mount Technology (SMT) equipment used to assemble printed circuit boards (PCBs).
• Support production by maintaining equipment, replenishing materials, and responding to machine alarms.
• Ensure product quality by following work instructions, safety standards, and inspection procedures.

Why You'll Love Working Here:

• Supportive, team-driven culture that values collaboration, transparency, and accountability.
• Opportunity to grow your career with a global workforce solutions leader serving multiple industries.
• People-first environment that encourages employees to bring their authentic selves to work.
• Strong focus on partnership, innovation, and delivering meaningful results for clients and candidates.

Why This Opportunity is Exciting:

This role offers the chance to join a company that prioritises both people and performance—where your contributions directly impact client success while giving you room to grow and develop professionally.

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.

Sound like a good fit?

TODAY

What You'll Do:

• Operate SMT equipment, including solder paste printers, pick-and-place machines, and reflow ovens.
• Load and verify component feeders, ensuring correct part numbers and machine setup.
• Monitor production equipment and respond to machine alarms to minimize downtime.
• Inspect circuit board assemblies for workmanship and visible defects.
• Replenish production materials to maintain continuous workflow.
• Accurately document production activities and equipment performance.
• Follow established quality, safety, and manufacturing procedures.
• Identify routine production issues and escalate concerns to supervisors when appropriate.

Job Requirements

What You'll Bring:

• High School Diploma or GED
• 4+ years of experience in AOI and Circuit soldering.
• 4+ years of experience operating SMT equipment in a manufacturing or electronics production environment.

What Sets You Apart:

• Associates Degree
• Production experience
• Rework experience
• Strong Attention to detail.
• Good communication skills
• Problem-solving
• Teamwork.

Additional Information:

• Upon offer of employment, the individual will be subject to a background check.
• In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
• Under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), all employees assigned to this client must provide documentation verifying their status as a “U.S. Person,” as defined in ITAR clause 120.15.  A U.S. Person is a protected individual under the anti-discrimination provisions of U.S. immigration laws.

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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.

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