SMT Operator

Huntsville, Alabama, United States


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Type: Permanent

Category: Manufacturing / Production

Industry: Manufacturing & Dist / Automotive

Company: DirectPath Recruitment Services, LLC

Reference ID: cERyZZ

Date Posted: 02/23/2026

Shortcut: http://jobs.mrinetwork.com/Xw9XOS


Position Summary
DirectPath Recruiting Services is partnering with a leading electronics manufacturer to hire a skilled SMT Operator. This role supports high-volume PCB assembly through repetitive bench and automated line operations. The SMT Operator will operate manufacturing equipment, inspect and solder PCB assemblies to IPC-610 Class 2 standards, and help drive productivity and process improvements. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates with electronics manufacturing experience seeking growth in a fast-paced production environment.

 

💲 Pay: $17–$18/hour + overtime opportunities
🎯 Bonus: Perfect Attendance Bonus up to $2.00/hour additional
🕒 Shift: 2nd Shift — 3:00 PM to 12:30 AM


Key Responsibilities

  • Follow written and verbal work instructions and standardized manufacturing processes

  • Operate SMT manufacturing equipment according to established procedures

  • Maintain required takt time across multiple task operations

  • Inspect PCB assemblies per IPC-610 standards (SMT and through-hole solder joints)

  • Perform hand soldering of through-hole and SMT components to IPC-610 Class 2

  • Protect electronic components and assemblies using proper ESD procedures

  • Perform basic SMT equipment maintenance and component identification

  • Monitor productivity metrics (cycle time, drop rate, output) and identify bottlenecks

  • Participate in continuous improvement and process optimization efforts

  • Maintain a clean and organized work environment following 5S principles

  • Comply with all OSHA, EPA, and safety requirements

  • Communicate quality, safety, and process concerns to leadership


Required Qualifications

  • 1–2 years of electronics manufacturing or SMT production experience

  • High school diploma or GED

  • Working knowledge of SMT machine operation and basic quality requirements

  • Ability to read and follow detailed work instructions in English

  • Basic math skills (add, subtract, multiply, divide)

  • Strong attention to detail and manual dexterity

  • Ability to work effectively in a team-based manufacturing environment


Preferred Skills

  • IPC-610 certification or hands-on PCB inspection experience

  • Experience with SMT equipment setup or basic maintenance

  • Familiarity with lean manufacturing, 5S, or continuous improvement

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