SMT Supervisor

SMT Supervisor

JCSI - 4.3

San Jose, CA Job Details Full-time $75,000 - $85,000 a year 20 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance 401(k) matching Opportunities for advancement Qualifications Manufacturing management Electronics assembly Team leadership Machine troubleshooting Equipment troubleshooting Manufacturing facility Supervising experience Surface mount soldering Production planning Leading team collaboration initiatives Managing manufacturing teams Production scheduling adjustments Production scheduling Circuit boards Production troubleshooting

Full Job Description SMT Supervisor Location:

San Jose, CA Schedule:

Full-Time | 1st

Shift Salary:

$75,000 - $85,000 (Flexibility for Exceptional Candidates) A growing and well-established Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) company is seeking an experienced SMT Supervisor to lead daily Surface Mount Technology (SMT) operations within a fast-paced PCB assembly environment. This role is responsible for overseeing production personnel, maximizing throughput, maintaining quality standards, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives across SMT manufacturing operations. The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership experience, hands-on knowledge of SMT equipment, and a proven background in electronics contract manufacturing. Key Responsibilities Supervise daily SMT production activities and support manufacturing objectives Lead, coach, and develop SMT operators and production personnel Monitor production schedules, throughput, and work order completion Ensure SMT lines operate efficiently while maintaining quality standards Support machine setup, changeovers, troubleshooting, and process improvements Partner with Engineering, Quality, Materials, and Production teams to resolve manufacturing issues Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on productivity, quality, and efficiency Monitor key production metrics and identify opportunities for improvement Maintain compliance with company procedures, quality requirements, and safety standards Support staffing, training, and performance management efforts within the department Qualifications Required 5+ years of SMT leadership, supervisory, or management experience Hands-on experience with Yamaha SMT equipment Hands-on experience with Juki SMT equipment Experience in an Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) or Contract Manufacturing (CM) environment Strong knowledge of PCB assembly and SMT manufacturing processes Experience leading production teams in a manufacturing setting Ability to troubleshoot production and process-related issues Experience managing production schedules and manufacturing priorities Preferred Aerospace electronics manufacturing experience Medical device electronics manufacturing experience

IPC-A-610

training or certification

J-STD-001

training or certification Experience with SMT programming and machine optimization Experience working in high-mix, low-volume manufacturing environments Lean Manufacturing or Continuous Improvement experience Why Join Us? Stable and growing electronics manufacturing organization Long-term customer partnerships and strong business outlook Opportunity to lead a critical manufacturing operation Collaborative and team-oriented culture Competitive benefits package including: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance 401(k) with Company Match Roth 401(k) Option Paid Holidays Paid Vacation Career Growth Opportunities Schedule Day Shift (typically 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM) Salaried position Schedule flexibility based on production demands Occasional Saturday support may be required Benefits Multiple Medical Plan Options Dental and Vision Coverage 401(k) with Company Match Roth 401(k) Option Paid Holidays Paid Vacation Employer Contribution Toward Employee and Family Benefits Equal Opportunity Employer We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all employees are treated with respect and dignity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.