SMT Technician/Programmers

Nesco Resource is searching for an experienced SMT PROGRAMMER/TECHNICIAN to work for an established, fast growing company in North Oakland County, MI. 2 nd and 3rd shift openings. 
Pay Range: Up to $29/hour for a candidate with PCB expertise and programming experience
Hire Type: Contract-to-Hire or Direct Hire (depending on experience)
Role Summary
Troubleshoot, perform repairs in conjunction with maintenance, create programs and documentation for all SMT and/or Post-SMT equipment. They will continuously monitor all equipment to ensure the equipment runs efficiently and complete assigned tasks as required.
Some Key Responsibilities

• Equipment programming, SMT/Post SMT processes, Circuit Board design, design wave pallets, pick and place equipment, and other requirements to run production.
• Create programs, work instructions, parameter sheets, etc. for all assigned equipment.

• Perform necessary repairs with maintenance assistance on SMT and Post-SMT equipment.
• Update pick and place component and package parameters to ensure high yields and minimal line downtime.
• Monitor processes to verify they are running efficiently and implement improvements that may increase productivity without affecting quality.
• Able to inspect PCBA components and assemblies against drawings to ensure that items meet print specifications.
• Troubleshooting electrical circuity and resolving or reporting concerns to management.

Key Qualifications/Requirements
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, ability and/or physical demands required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Required:

• Associates degree in manufacturing, mechanical, software, or electrical/electronic engineering technology or 1-2 years of relevant experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with manufacturing processes
• Strong software and PC aptitude
• Ability to quickly learn and comprehend advanced systems
• Ability to predict how changes will impact manufacturing efficiencies and quality
• Knowledgeable of IPC-A-610
• Program and understand the fundamentals of board handling, laser etching, screen printing, placement equipment, solder reflow equipment, inspection equipment, wave solder equipment (including profiling), selective solder equipment, pin insertion equipment, and PCB routers (mechanical, laser, punch, v-score).
• Understanding of various consumables in the PCBA process including but not limited to solder paste, solder wire (lead-free, lead, no clean, water soluble, etc.) flux, chip bonder, and cleaning agents

Preferred:

• Associates degree in manufacturing, mechanical, software, or electrical/electronic engineering technology or 1-2 years of relevant experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with manufacturing processes
• Strong software and PC aptitude
• Ability to quickly learn and comprehend advanced systems
• Ability to predict how changes will impact manufacturing efficiencies and quality
• Knowledgeable of IPC-A-610
• Program and understand the fundamentals of board handling, laser etching, screen printing, placement equipment, solder reflow equipment, inspection equipment, wave solder equipment (including profiling), selective solder equipment, pin insertion equipment, and PCB routers (mechanical, laser, punch, v-score).

• Understanding of various consumables in the PCBA process including but not limited to solder paste, solder wire (lead-free, lead, no clean, water soluble, etc.) flux, chip bonder, and cleaning agents

Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates, which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services.
Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. COM041

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