SMT Level 2 Operator
AVANT TECHNOLOGY
8 Pharr, TX Job Details Full-time From $18 an hour 8 hours ago Benefits AD&D insurance Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Life insurance Qualifications Mechanical blueprint interpretation Spanish English High school diploma or GED Assembly drawings Manufacturing Manufacturing company experience Surface mount technology Full Job Description Level 2 SMT Operator Job Description & Duties We are seeking an experienced Level 2 SMT Operator to program, set up, and operate surface mount production equipment in a high-volume electronics manufacturing environment. This role requires hands-on expertise across multiple SMT equipment types and a strong commitment to quality and production efficiency. Program, set up, and operate SMT equipment including printer, SPI, pick-and-place, reflow oven, AOI, and router Create and optimize reflow oven thermal profiles to meet process requirements Perform first article inspections and continuous visual quality checks against BOMs and assembly drawings Knows & understands how to apply base level IPC-610 standards Identify and correct equipment misfeeds, misplacements, and alignment issues; escalate when technical support is needed Support line changeovers, feeder loading, and parts kit management Maximize equipment throughput while ensuring safe operation and compliance Quality System requirements Maintain equipment cleanliness and a safe, orderly workspace
Qualifications & Requirements Education:
High school diploma or GED required Minimum 2 years of SMT manufacturing experience, including programming and operation Ability to program at least two types of SMT equipment based on line layout: Printer, SPI, P&P, Oven (thermal profiles), AOI, or Router Ability to read and verify bills of material, assembly drawings, and other technical documentation Visual acuity of 20/20 with correction; ability to discern all colors Prefer English or bilingual (English/Spanish) Must pass pre-employment drug test Must pass criminal background check (no federal offenses; must meet Foreign Trade Zone
- FTZ•security requirements) Lift up to 35 lbs Authorized to work in the U.
S. required (U.S. citizenship or permanent residency only
Wages & Benefits Pay:
Commensurate with experience Pay frequency:
Bi-weekly Benefits:
Health insurance (vision included), Dental insurance, Company-paid $20,000 life insurance + AD&D, Short & Long-term disability, Paid Time Off, Paid holidays Work Eligibility & Hiring Preferences Authorized to work in the U.S.
required:
Yes Will sponsor work visas: No Open to hiring individuals with disabilities:
Yes Benefits:
Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance
Work Location:
In person
Pay:
From $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance
Work Location:
In person
