SMT OPERATOR

Description

About FUSION-EMS

Based in Hillsboro, Oregon, FUSION is an Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) company where precision manufacturing meets a people-first culture.

Our mission is to create success in everything we do—for our customers, our vendors, and our people. We believe lasting success starts with hiring talented, motivated individuals who are passionate about their work and committed to quality. 

Position Summary

The SMT Operator reports to the SMT Lead and Production Manager and is responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining Surface Mount Technology (SMT) equipment. This role ensures printed circuit boards are assembled to specifications and work instructions while meeting FUSION’s quality, safety, and on time delivery standards. The SMT Operator works closely with Engineering and Manufacturing teams to support efficient, high-quality production.

Essential Functions

• Operate Surface Mount Machines according to the standard operating procedures.
• Perform machine set-up and maintenance according to their documented procedures.
• Set-up Feeders for SMT pick and place machines.
• Operate SMT pick and place machines.
• Hand Place SMT parts on stenciled boards.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area.
• Set-up and operate automated stencil printers.
• Communicate machine operation status to management as needed or required.

Requirements

Knowledge, skills and abilities:

• Strong attention to detail.
• Operate SMT pick and place machines (Mycronic or Juki experience preferred).
• Ability to work from written English work instructions required.
• Ability to read and write English required.
• Basic computer skills required.
• Must be a US person.

Preferred:

• Operating knowledge of AOI and X-ray machines.
• SMT Machine operation. Electronics manufacturing environment.

Education and Experience: 

• High school diploma or equivalent required. 

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods standing and performing repetitive tasks. 
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at a time.
• Must have manual dexterity to assemble products or machines as directed. 
• Must have excellent hand-eye coordination. 
• Ability to differentiate between colored wires, tabs, and electronic components.  

Benefits offered:

Medical, Dental, Vision and prescription coverage

Long Term Disability and Voluntary Life optional to employee

Simple IRA with up to 3% match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Paid holidays

FUSION VALUES
 

Live the Fusion Values: FUSION team members strive to live our core values every day. They are the foundation of our company. Every decision we make aligns with our values and supports the company’s mission of Success.
 

Do what is right: Every member of our team understands that true success comes from integrity.  We know that mistakes are a part of life – but when we make a mistake, we own them, fix them, and learn from them. We see challenges as opportunities for team collaboration, learning, and growth. 

Pursue Excellence: At FUSION, there’s no such thing as “good enough.” We never rest on our laurels – and if there’s a better or more efficient way of doing something, we’ll find it. Ours is a culture of continuous improvement and perpetual growth from shared experience.

Deliver confidence:  When it comes right down to it, we’re in the business of facilitating success – which means it’s our job to instill confidence with our work.  Our customers, suppliers and employees should always know what to expect from us, and we deliver on our promise – every time. 

Help each other win: We’re more than an organization – we’re a family. No one at FUSION operates in a silo. We believe in investing in our team, enjoying each other’s company, and contributing to shared success through mutual respect and collaboration.