SMT Engineer

SMT Engineer

Salary: £40,000 to £50,000
Benefits: 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, experience related pay awards, contribution pension scheme, car benefits scheme, host of retail discounts, Employee Assistance Programme and onsite canteen

Location: Whitley Bridge

Our client is at the forefront of technology within the health, housing and social market and have been so for the last 65 years. They have pioneering software, hardware and services that transform the lives of people who use it.

They are now seeking a skilled SMT (Surface Mount Technology) Engineer join and lead their dynamic and professional team and help them deliver world class quality (IPC-610A Class 3) printed circuit boards, which are used in life critical electronic equipment, to the company's all-important customer's on-time and in full.

Their manufacturing facility, based in Whitley, delivers products to all UK customers as well as worldwide. As the SMT (Surface Mount Technology) Engineer you will develop, manage, and continuously improve their surface mount technology and methods used to help them deliver their life saving and life changing products.

THE ROLE:
Responsible for the development, management, and efficient running of Euro Placer Surface Mount Machines
Develop and maintain Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) equipment and programmes to achieve optimum efficiency
Optimise setup time and programs to improve overall equipment efficiency
Manage Assembly Operatives in the Surface Mount Assembly area to deliver production plan in full and on time
Ensure appropriately skilled colleagues are in place to deal with current and future demand
Make sure efficiency targets are met and any deviations are understood and acted upon
Ensure adequate stock control processes are in place and take corrective actions where required
Continuously improve processes to optimise efficiency, increase capacity, and reduce waste
Make sure all required procedures within SMT manufacturing area are followed
Be involved in new product development, making sure designs are suitable for current equipment, identify any new equipment required, and highlight any issues during builds
Ensure all maintenance schedules are followed and adhered too
Effectively manage machine/equipment breakdowns with the maintenance team
Monitor and take corrective actions to reduce SMT generated ICT/BFT/FFT failures
Log and analyse breakdowns and implement corrective processes/procedures
Report on operating equipment efficiencies, runtime efficiencies, and scrappage
Ensure 5S methodology is adhered to
Follow all Health and Safety (H&S) guidelines and take responsibility for H&S within Autos area

Working hours are Monday to Thursday 8.30am to 5,15pm Friday 8.30am to 1.30pm

THE CANDIDATE:
Technical experience of running surface mount lines,
Sound knowledge of SMT component types, packages, and sizes,
Understanding of electronics manufacturing processes,
Experience in programming and running of Euro placer XPII and Iineo SMT line,
Ability to load programs for SMT feeders,
Ability to operate DEK Stencil with experience of solder pasting various board types,
Ability to work from assembly drawings, build packs, and complete production documentation whilst following standard procedures,
Experience of supervision in an electronics manufacturing environment,
Good communication skills, both verbal and written,
Demonstrable evidence of following key Health & Safety guidelines: Housekeeping, Fire Regulations, Machine Guarding, COSHH, & Manual Handling,
Knowledge of continuous improvement techniques,
A degree level qualification or equivalent experience.
Any general management experience, e.g. interviewing, motivation, employee relations management, would be desirable.

THE BENEFITS:
Competitive salary from £40,000.00 to £50,000.00 dependant on experience
Contributory pension
25 days holiday (plus bank holidays)
Volunteer day; so you can support a cause you are passionate about
Car benefit scheme
Perks and benefits that include things like: free eye tests, a cycle to work scheme, retail discounts and a subsidised on-site canteen
Free car parking

THE CONSULTANCY:
Edwards & Pearce acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Edwards & Pearce is an Equal Opportunities Employer.