SMT Technician

Permanent employee, Full-time · Basingstoke
30,000 - 35,000 £ per year
Introducing TechPoint

TechPoint is a people centered organisation, it is important to us that you not only have the skills and experience to fulfill the position, but you also possess the same core values as us. We are looking for people who can make a difference, add value, have an input and enjoy their work. This approach to recruitment makes TechPoint a unique team to be a part of– and we hope you can join us!  

 

At TechPoint we provide industry leading products, solutions and services. TechPoint comprises 3 value streams: Supply Chain Solutions, Manufacturing Solutions and Specialist Components – our five 'Centres of Excellence' across South and East of Anglia.  


The Role

 TechPoint Group, are now one of the largest UK-owned CEMs. We supply EMS and supply chain services to leading technology companies across the UK and Europe. We operate from a modern, clean environment to support customers in the commercial, space, defence, transport, audio, motorsport, and instrumentation sectors. We areopening a new world-class facility and are looking for new talented people to join us on this exciting journey.  

You will be working at a market-leading CEM operating highly sophisticated manufacturing equipment, ranging from solder jet printers, Mycronic pick and place machines, X-ray and numerous reflow ovens and responsible for the manufacturing of complex PCBA products to IPC class level 3. 

Working within a team of engineers, you will need to be fully conversant with the SMT/surface mount assembly process.  Experience in such equipment is required but training on specific equipment will be provided. 

Technicians need a complete understanding of components and packages, process line operation, inspection and working with technical documentation. Understanding thermal reflow profiles, ESD and basic machine maintenance is integral to the operation. 


Responsibilities 

  • On/Off line set up of inventory & materials to SMT placement equipment
  • On/Off line set up of equipment such as printing, placement, reflow equipment & buffers/loaders
  • Running and managing Mycronic automated production lines
  • First off approval and change process
  • Running Mycronic Jet Printers
  • Operating ovens such as, Asscon, BTU and ERSA hotflow/N2
  • Working with line optimisation software
  • Ability to understand and enact build instructions and associated drawings
  • Comprehension of component package types, orientation, MSL handling and ESD
  • Completing machine calibrations and routing maintenance
  • IT  literate and able to use internal software applications

About you
  • Strong communication skills in a technical environment 
  • Engineering bias
  • Flexible and adaptable with attention to detail
  • Experienced in using a recognised SMT platform – Micronics / Europlacer or similar
  • Comprehension of IPC standards/previous or current certification
  • Experience and understanding thermal profiles
  • Experience using X-Ray equipment would be advantageous
Why us?
  • 25 days holiday plus Christmas shutdown
  • Your birthday as an additional day off
  • Private Healthcare 
  • Health cash plan
  • Company sick pay
  • Bonus Scheme
  • Life insurance of 4 x your annual salary
  • Up to 5% employers pension contribution salary sacrifice
  • Option to buy up to 5 days of holiday 
  • Enhanced Parental leave pay
  • Cycle to work scheme 
  • Home and Tech salary sacrifice scheme
  • Free will writing service
  • Free parking
About us
Our Mission
Harnessing the specialised strengths of each TechPoint business to create a uniquely integrated, value-driven solution for our customers. Dedicated to delivering exceptional service, from supply chain optimisation to complex manufacturing, empowering our clients with innovation and efficiency across every stage of their journey.

Our Purpose
Contribute to making a tangible impact on the success of our clients by redefining what’s possible in supply chain management and advanced manufacturing.

Equal Opportunities for all
TechPoint Group is an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing equal opportunities to all individuals, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy, maternity, race, genetic information, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. We value diversity and inclusion in our workforce and encourage all qualified candidates to apply

We look forward to hearing from you.
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