**Job Title: SMT Operator** **Job Description** Join a leading full-service contract electronics manufacturer providing comprehensive electronic manufacturing services. As an SMT Operator, you will play a key role in producing high-quality and complex circuit board assemblies using state-of-the-art equipment. **Responsibilities** + Operate SMT equipment efficiently. + Perform preventive maintenance on SMT and production equipment. + Independently operate SMT automatic assembly equipment, including Screen Printer, SPI, Pick & Place, and Reflow Oven. + Setup and understand set-up lists, assembly instructions, and assembly notes. + Prepare and load components into feeders. + Follow ESD handling procedures for sensitive electronic devices as per ANSI/ESD S20.20-2007. + Identify manufacturer's part number markings on various components. + Recognize critical component features such as package type and size. + Understand ROHS compliance and compatibility. + Identify, document, and report non-conforming materials. + Identify proper feeder types, including 8mm x 2mm, 16mm x 8mm, and vibratory types. + Recognize Sn63 and Pb-Free solder pastes. + Print solder paste on PCBs for components ranging from simple parts to 0201, less than 15mil fine pitch, and BGA packages. + Perform routine maintenance on production equipment. **Essential Skills** + Proficiency in SMT machine operation with at least 1+ year of experience. + Knowledge of IPC standards, including IPC-A-610 and JSTD-001. + Familiarity with blueprint reading, production processes, and PCB assembly. + Experience with pick & place operations. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + ITAR certification is preferred. + Experience in wave soldering and PCBA processes. **Why Work Here?** Become a part of a dynamic team in a clean and advanced manufacturing environment, serving diverse industries such as aerospace, defense, and medical electronics. Enjoy professional growth opportunities and contribute to high-impact projects. **Work Environment** You will work in a very clean manufacturing setting. The role is for the 1st shift, from 7 am to 3:30 pm. **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lake Forest, California. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $24.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) **Workplace Type** This is a fully onsite position in Lake Forest,CA. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Aug 31, 2025. **About Aerotek:** We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.