SMT Line Operator

Job Description SMT Line Operator Title SMT Line Operator Description We are currently looking for SMT Line Operators to join our team at our Markham, Ontario, CANADA location to handle all aspects of our in-house production facility. To join our growing team, please review the list of responsibilities and requirements listed below. About Optima We are driven by a passion to explore — never satisfied with the status quo. That is why we are looking for dynamic individuals. Those that share our sense of commitment and dedication, seeking innovation and perfection. We design, develop and market a range of telecom data transport and management products. Our solutions have been guarding large and small scale networks for decades. We cover everything. From local installations to those that span countries coast to coast. Responsibilities Use of component drying cabinets and reel storage and retrieval systems. Use of manual, semi-automatic or automatic solder paste stencil systems. Use of feeder carts, magazine dollies, material storage containers. Use of PCB conveyors, loaders, unloaders, stackers and de-stackers. Use of automatic pick-and-place machines. Use of automatic optical inspection (AOI) systems. Use of multi-zone reflow ovens. Use of PCB cleaning and drying equipment. Use of advanced soldering robots. Use of selective soldering systems. Scan parts, change feeders, splice reels to keep the SMT lines operating at high efficiency levels. Perform setup, operational, and product changeover tasks on SMT production lines. Monitor scrap rates and identify potential component waste and report these findings. Perform all work according to the latest safety protocols and procedures to maintain zero incident rates. Carry out quality inspections at each stage to ensure product is built per specifications and in compliance with industry standards. Inspect soldered boards to detect and eliminate soldering defects. Verify proper PCB identification throughout the manufacturing plant. Program label and barcode printers. Set conveyor width. Manage solder paste preparation. Regularly perform mistake proofing tasks. Troubleshoot various pieces of SMT assembly line equipment. Keep up to date on manufacturing instructions and guidelines issued by the engineering department. Position Requirements Passion for new technology. Willingness to learn in an evolving industry. Proven ability to meet production targets. SMT line experience with hands-on mindset. Must be quality conscious and possess ability to meet quality standards. Ability to add and subtract whole numbers, fractions and decimals using direct reading, gauges, rulers and scales. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, and written work instructions. Must be willing to schedule, attend and pass continuing training courses. May be required to pass solder training class to operate certain pieces of equipment. Knowledge & Experience Knowledge of basic computer hardware. Experience with PCB handling. 1 year SMT line operation experience. Working knowledge of a range of diagnostic utilities. Knowledge of troubleshooting PCB level issues. Experience with troubleshooting electronics at the component level. Experience with desktop operating systems including Windows and Linux. Personal Attributes Excellent communications skills (oral and written). Commitment to excellence and professionalism. Hands-on work style: we value a lean organization. Work Conditions Fluent in English. Legal working status in Markham, Ontario. Involves sitting for extended periods of time. Manual dexterity to operate manufacturing equipment, computer, mouse, power tools, or to handle other networking components. Lifting and transporting of moderately heavy objects, such as PCB magazines, storage containers and wheeled equipment. Applicants must be a permanent resident or Canadian citizen when working from our Markham/Ontario location. Work Environment This job offering is not tied to our office environment. Candidates will work in a climate controlled factory floor environment and will be required to wear lab coats or other protective clothing, masks, googles and gloves as appropriate to safeguard their personal health.