Job Posting Start Date 09-12-2025 Job Posting End Date 11-12-2025

Flex is the diversified manufacturing partner of choice that helps market-leading brands design, build and deliver innovative products that improve the world.

A career at Flex offers the opportunity to make a difference and invest in your growth in a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative environment. If you are excited about a role but don't meet every bullet point, we encourage you to apply and join us to create the extraordinary.

Job Summary

Overview:
An SMT Engineer’s day involves ensuring that SMT production lines are running smoothly, troubleshooting any equipment or process issues that arise, programming new product setups, performing quality checks, and documenting processes to meet production goals. 

Core Responsibilities
Equipment Management:
Set up, program, and operate SMT machinery, including stencil printers, pick-and-place machines, screen printers, and reflow ovens. 
Process Optimization:
Drive continuous improvement in the SMT process to enhance efficiency, increase yields, and reduce defects. 
Troubleshooting & Quality Control:
Analyze and resolve production issues, conduct defect analysis, and implement corrective actions. 
Documentation:
Develop and maintain process documentation, work instructions, and quality control standards. 
Cross-Functional Collaboration:
Work with design engineers to provide Design for Manufacturability (DFM) feedback and collaborate with production and quality teams. 

Required Experience, Skills, etc.: 
5 (five) years, minimum, industry work experience required in the following (except where otherwise noted): 
•    Technical Proficiency: Strong understanding of the SMT manufacturing process, including equipment, components, and materials. 
•    Skill required with this machine: Fuji (Nexim)
•    Quality Standards: Familiarity with industry standards like IPC and J-STD-001. 
•    PTH skills will be a plus.
•    Technical Documentation: Ability to interpret engineering drawings and schematics. 
•    Effective Communication and Interpersonal Skills: Strong interpersonal and communication skills for training operators and collaborating with cross-functional teams. 
•    Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to analyze process parameters, conduct root cause analysis, and implement effective solutions. 
•    Process Improvement Methodologies: Knowledge of tools like Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing to drive improvement initiatives. 

JT05
AA01
MS14
CC11 
 

What you'll receive for the great work you provide:

Full range of medical, dental, and vision plansLife InsuranceShort-term and Long-term DisabilityMatching 401(k) ContributionsVacation and Paid Sick TimeTuition ReimbursementJob CategoryProduction Engineering

Is Sponsorship Available?

No

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