SMT Process Specialist

If you're an electronics manufacturing professional who thrives on the production floor and loves solving problems in real time, this is your kind of role.At Milwaukee Electronics, our SMT Process Specialists are the backbone of our production shifts — working side by side with operators and engineers to troubleshoot build processes, develop machine programs, and keep quality moving forward. You'll be part of an elite production support team at a company that has been bringing innovations to life for over 70 years.SCHEDULETraining Period (approximately 3 months): Monday - Friday | 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM (paid)Regular Production Schedule (after training): Thursday - Saturday | 5:00 AM - 5:00 PM (compressed 3-day work week)What You'll DoProvide immediate engineering support for build processes and equipment in response to production floor issuesOversee production for prototype and NPI assemblies requiring additional engineering inputDevelop, manage, and update machine programs for production equipmentProgram and maintain jobs in Factory Logix MES, ensuring customer data and datasheets are accurately reflected in build documentationUpdate Materials Lists, Factory Logix integration settings, and special instructions in Epicor ERPCollaborate with Engineering and Manufacturing teams to develop and improve manufacturing processesProcure and modify tooling and fixtures to optimize the manufacturing processServe as Subject Matter Expert (SME) for equipment programming and operationReview customer documentation for clarity and flag discrepancies through established issue systemsTrain operators and technicians on procedures and processes; document training deliveryParticipate in new equipment installationsDrive continuous improvement and defect reduction initiativesChampion Lean Manufacturing principles and safe work practicesWhat You NeedHigh School diploma or GED required; two-year technical certificate or equivalent preferredMinimum 3 years of hands-on experience in electronics manufacturing, equipment programming, and operationIntermediate to advanced computer skills with the ability to work across multiple software systemsProficiency in MS OfficeStrong problem-solving skills — able to define problems, collect data, and draw valid conclusionsAbility to read and interpret technical drawings, manufacturing documents, and machine reportsAbility to work both metric and imperial measurement systemsBONUS POINTSExperience with PCB CAD systemsPrior experience with Factory Logix MES or Epicor ERPBackground in NPI or prototype production supportCERTIFICATIONSRequired Certifications Are Completed Through Paid In-house TrainingMilwaukee Electronics Component Identification CourseIPC-A-610 Workmanship Standard Awareness CoursePhysical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Frequently required to stand, walk, sit, and use hands for handling and manipulating objects. Regularly required to communicate verbally and actively listen. Occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Visual requirements include close and distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.Work EnvironmentThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Work environment noise level is moderate, occasionally it can be loud, but employees may occasionally be exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes, airborne particles, or toxic chemicals. The work setting is both hands-on and administrative, requiring the use of computers and printers. Safety measures are enforced to protect against hazards and to maintain a safe working environment.About Milwaukee ElectronicsMilwaukee Electronics is a contract electronics manufacturer with over 70 years of experience bringing innovations to life from prototype to production. We operate as One Team, Take Ownership, Seek to Serve, and Go Beyond — for our customers, our people, and our communities. At our Canby, OR facility, you'll find a fast-paced, technically sharp team that takes quality seriously.MILWAUKEE ELECTRONICS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or age. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, please contact Human Resources at 414-228-5000 or hr@milwaukeeelectronics.com.For more information about our commitment to equal employment opportunity, please see this government poster: Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal | U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (eeoc.gov).Because this job has access to controlled technology, we must comply with ITAR. Any job offers will be contingent on verification that the candidate is a U.S. person (i.e., U.S. citizen, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent resident, or individual granted asylum/refugee status in the U.S.) or can otherwise satisfy ITAR compliance requirements. If applicable, if an individual is not a U.S. person, our policy is to not take the extra step of seeking approval from the federal government for that person to work in this position.Upon hire, the successful candidate must present acceptable proof of identity and current authorization to work in the U.S., as required on Form I-9. We do not provide sponsorship support for employment-based visas such as H-1B.