SMT Machine Programmer SME
Core
Develop, optimize, and maintain high-quality SMT machine programs to support new product introduction (NPI), mass production, and continuous improvement initiatives while leading the SMT programming team.
Role type
Senior IC SMT Machine Programmer SME (Manufacturing Engineering)
Builds
Production and NPI builds for consumer electronics and industrial brands
Domain
Electronics manufacturing (SMT assembly)
Required skills
SMT machine programming, process optimization, root cause analysis, team leadership, simulation studies, OEE improvement, IPC-A-610 standards, engineering drawing interpretation, troubleshooting complex SMT issues
Preferred skills
Lean manufacturing principles, continuous improvement methodologies
Technologies
Valor, Aegis, CAM350, SMT pick-and-place machines, screen printers, reflow ovens, ME Portal, Programming Server
Responsibilities
Generate, validate, update, and optimize SMT machine programs; Maintain machine component part library data and ME Portal; Prepare and maintain SMT setup sheets; Perform NPI First Article Inspection (FAI) and incoming component verification; Conduct simulation studies for new SMT line configuration; Drive OEE improvements related to programming performance; Provide real-time troubleshooting and technical guidance to ME Technicians; Lead the SMT Machine Programmers team including manpower planning; Provide structured training to ME Technicians and Engineers; Prepare daily pass-down reports; Maintain and manage the Programming Server.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with team leadership
