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Leoforce
SMT Supervisor - 1st shift
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What they do
A Manufacturing Production Supervisor supervises workers and production schedules, monitors supplies, and oversees quality assurance at a manufacturing facility or plant.
$62,631 / year median in Idaho
+7% projected growth
Job Description
Experience:
Senior Level Salary:
$65,000- $75,000 per year Job Details
- Key Responsibilities Supervise daily operations of SMT/PCB assembly lines, including pick-and-place, screen printing, and reflow processes Lead, coach, and develop a team of SMT operators, technicians, and support staff Ensure production schedules are met while maintaining high quality and efficiency standards Monitor and improve key metrics such as throughput, uptime, scrap, and first pass yield (FPY) Troubleshoot equipment and process issues, partnering with engineering and maintenance teams as needed Support setups, changeovers, and line balancing to optimize productivity Enforce adherence to work instructions, ESD protocols, and safety standards Partner with Quality to ensure compliance with IPC standards (IPC-A-610, J-STD-001) Support New Product Introduction (NPI) activities, including process validation and operator training Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean manufacturing principles Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent required; technical degree preferred 3+ years of
SMT/PCBA
manufacturing experience, with 1+ year in a leadership or supervisory role Strong knowledge of SMT equipment (pick-and-place machines, solder paste printers, reflow ovens, AOI) Experience with SMT process setup, troubleshooting, and yield improvement Familiarity with IPC standards and electronics assembly best practices Ability to read and interpret work instructions, assembly drawings, and production schedules Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills Flexibility to support off-shifts or overtime as needed Preferred Qualifications Experience in a high-mix, low- to medium-volume manufacturing environment Knowledge of specific equipment platforms (e.g., Fuji, Panasonic, ASM, Yamaha) Lean/Six Sigma experience ERP/MES system experience A bit about us:
- We are seeking an experienced SMT Supervisor to lead and oversee surface mount technology (SMT) operations within a fast-paced electronics manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for driving production performance, ensuring product quality, and leading a team of operators and technicians to meet customer and delivery requirements. Why join us?
- Medical, Dental, Vision 401k with match Generous PTO + sick leave Exponential growth opportunities #manufacturing #pcb #electronics-manufacturing #smt #tier4