SMT Team Lead

About the role

We’re working with a leading engineering company that creates advanced electronics for high-end automotive, motorsport, and cutting-edge technology applications. We are looking for an experienced SMT Team Lead based in Frimley to manage a small team of specialised assembly technicians producing complex, high-value electronic products in small to medium volumes. These products are used in high-end automotive and motorsport applications, where quality and reliability are critical. Key Responsibil… 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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