SMT Pick and Place Machine Operator PNC INC. Nutley, NJ Job Details Full-time $18 - $25 an hour 4 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Qualifications Electronics assembly Machine operation Manufacturing facility experience Attention to detail Power tools Hand tools Surface mount technology Full Job Description We are seeking a motivated, detail-oriented SMT Pick-and-Place Machine Operator to join our manufacturing team. In this role, you will be responsible for operating and maintaining surface mount technology (SMT) pick and place machines used in electronics assembly. Your expertise will ensure precise placement of electronic components onto printed circuit boards (PCBs), supporting high-quality manufacturing processes. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work with advanced equipment, contribute to innovative electronics projects, and develop your skills in a fast-paced production environment. Duties Set up, operate, and monitor SMT production equipment (pick-and-place, stencil printer, reflow oven, AOI) Load and verify component reels/feeders against BOM and work orders Program and adjust pick-and-place machine settings for new and existing jobs Change over lines between jobs efficiently to minimize downtime Verify solder paste application and stencil alignment before production runs Monitor reflow oven temperature profiles and adjust as needed Perform first-article inspection and in-process quality checks Conduct visual and AOI inspection of assembled boards for defects (misalignment, tombstoning, insufficient solder, bridging, etc.) Troubleshoot placement errors, misprints, and machine faults in real time Identify and report component shortages, feeder issues, or program discrepancies Perform routine machine maintenance, calibration, and cleaning Track and manage component inventory usage at the line level Maintain accurate production records, traceability logs, and quality documentation Communicate production status, delays, and issues to shift supervisor/team lead Support engineering with new product introduction (NPI) setups and test runs Follow

IPC-A-610

workmanship standards and ESD handling procedures Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area Experience Minimum 2+ years of hands-on SMT machine operation experience Experience with Juki pick-and-place a plus Familiarity with stencil printers, reflow profiles, and AOI systems Ability to read BOMs, pick-and-place programs, and assembly drawings

IPC-A-610

certification preferred Strong attention to detail and quality mindset Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven production environment Reliable, punctual, and able to work 2nd shift

Pay:

$18.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Application Question(s): How many years of prior experience do you have operating SMT machines independently? Do you have strong knowledge of IPC 610 standards for electronic assemblies? Are you familiar with IPC standards and ESD handling procedures? Can you perform first article inspection using X-ray and scope for the first piece? Do you have experience loading and unloading SMT feeders?

Work Location:

In person