SMT Operator

About the role

Our client is a well-established electronics manufacturer is looking for a SMT Operator. You will be operating and programming SMT machinery while supporting the assembly of high-quality electronic products. SMT Operator 8-12 week Temporary Assignment with an opportunity to go permanent £13.50-£14.50 per hour Monday- Thursday 7.30am-4pm. Friday 7.30am-1pm (37 hour week) Waterlooville SMT Operator Job Description Set up, operate, and programme SMT equipment (e.g. pick & place machines, reflow ov… This is a quality-focused manufacturing role where documentation, inspection discipline and clear escalation protect the customer and the production process. Candidates should expect close work with production, engineering and technical teams.

Responsibilities

• Carry out in-process, final or release checks according to the source advert and site procedures
• Record inspection results, deviations and non-conformances accurately
• Use measuring, laboratory or test equipment relevant to the product and industry
• Support root-cause investigations and containment activity when defects are found
• Work with production teams to maintain standards without slowing the line unnecessarily
• Keep quality records audit-ready and escalate out-of-specification results promptly

Requirements

• Quality, inspection, laboratory or technical experience in a manufacturing environment
• Good written documentation habits and attention to detail
• Able to follow controlled procedures and understand why traceability matters
• Comfortable challenging product quality issues professionally on the shop floor
• Industry-specific standards such as GMP, BRC, ISO 9001, AS9100 or IPC are useful where relevant

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