Overview
OSI Electronics, UK is based in St Neots, Cambridgeshire. From design, prototype, and PCB assembly to volume box builds, we make electronic products for UK and overseas markets. Being electronics specialists we provide the highest quality, reliability, on-time delivery, and customer support in UK electronics manufacturing. We focus on end-to-end electronic device manufacturing, customisable to meet the individual requirements of UK and International companies and Original Equipment Manufacturers.
Role Overview
We are seeking an SMT Operator who will set up and operate a variety of automatic or semi-automatic machines including robotic assembly equipment used in the production of the company's product. The ideal candidate will be responsible for the overall operation and care of potentially large-scale manufacturing machinery including actions such as feeding materials for processing, adjusting settings, performing minor repairs, and pulling finished product from the line. The SMT operator works from process sheets or written/verbal instructions given by supervisor to perform production tasks. Checks and inspects operation results against predetermined tolerances.
Responsibilities
- Operate computer-controlled surface mount assembly machinery to successfully assemble surface mount technology printed circuit assemblies.
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Operate AOI machinery to successfully inspect PCBAs in line.
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Operate at a high degree of accuracy & quality standards measured by the downstream inspection & test operations.
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Ability to read machine error messages and correct placement & printing problems on a modern pick & placement line whilst adhering to product process times.
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Confident to hand place SMT parts accurately onto circuit assemblies, ensuring correct polarity of devices.
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Be able to kit and de-kit SMT placements machines and set up printing programs on automatic stencil printers.
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Able to set up and operate the surface mount equipment, maintaining high quality standards on all activities undertaken.
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Take a high degree of care of the components handled minimising loss of parts during handling.
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Document all work completed on the SMT process via shopfloor MES system.
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Identify SMT component types and their different package styles.
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Ensure information entered into the manufacturing system is accurate at all times.
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Escalate any work-related problems to the relevant supervisor/production manager/process engineer.
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To ensure that work carried out is in accordance with the appropriate Works Instructions within the OSI quality manual and that any deviations from this are communicated to the supervisor.
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Ability to read and interpret SMT diagrams.
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Maintain high housekeeping within relevant work area.
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Uphold the company’s core values of Integrity, Innovation, Accountability, and Teamwork.
- Demonstrate behaviour consistent with the company’s Code of Ethics and Conduct.
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It is the responsibility of every employee to report to their manager or a member of senior management any quality problems or defects for corrective action, to be implemented and to avoid recurrence of the issue.
- Duties may be modified or assigned at any time to meet the needs of the business.
Qualifications
- Proven experience in Surface Mount Assembly processes within last 10 years.
- Proven experience using Europlacer platform is desirable.
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Proven IPC-610 qualifications are desirable.
- Familiar with lean concepts and waste reduction.
OTHER WORK REQUIREMENTS:
- Successful completion of OSI Electronics and OSI Corporate training (including training done at Company location).
- Must become fully competent understanding how OSI Electronics service supports their customers.
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Flexibility in working hours if required.
NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES
OSI Systems, Inc. and its subsidiaries (collectively “OSI”) does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. If any person or entity, including a recruiter or agency, submits any information, including any resume or information regarding any potential candidate, without a signed agreement in place with OSI, OSI explicitly reserves the right to use such information, and pursue and/or hire such candidates, without any financial obligation to the person, recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited information or resumes, including those submitted directly to hiring managers, are considered and deemed to be the property of OSI.
OSI Systems, Inc. has three operating divisions: (a) Security, providing security and inspection systems, turnkey security screening solutions and related services; (b) Healthcare, providing patient monitoring, diagnostic cardiology and anesthesia systems; and (c) Optoelectronics and Manufacturing, providing specialized electronic components and electronic manufacturing services for original equipment manufacturers with applications in the defense, aerospace, medical and industrial markets, among others.
