SMT Operator-4

Job Posting Start Date 05-28-2026 Job Posting End Date

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Job Summary

At Flex, we welcome people of all backgrounds. Our employees thrive here by living our values: we support each other as we strive to find a better way, we move fast with discipline and purpose, and we do the right thing always.

Through a respectful, inclusive and collaborative culture, a career at Flex offers the opportunity to make a difference, invest in your career growth and join our purpose - to make great products that create value and improve people’s lives.

Job summary:

To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, we’re looking to add a 3rd shift SMT Operator located in Walker, MI

Reporting to the Production Manager the SMT Operator (Sun- Thurs 11pm- 7am) role involves being responsible for the set-up of SMT components. Adjusts the speed and temperature and makes other adjustments to accommodate varying types and sizes of products.

The experience and responsibilities we’re looking to add to our team:

• Must be familiar with Surface-Mount Technology (SMT) electronic components and SMT assembly process.
• Must be able to set-up and operate automated SMT assembly equipment including Screen Printer, Glue Dispensing Machine, Pick and Place Machine, and Reflow Oven.
• Must be able to properly clean boards.
• Able to perform basic soldering and rework of SMT components. Must successfully complete solder training course (Flex provided).
• Picks components and prepares kits for manufacturing.
• Able to perform visual inspections of SMT assemblies.
• Able to maintain accurate job tracking records.
• Able to interpret IPC-A-610 standards for acceptability and customer specifications.
• Must be familiar with and able to use hand tools, screwdrivers, pliers, cutters, etc.
• Shall maintain a neat appearance about self and work area.
• Shall be accountable for quality, quantity and inspection of work performed.
• Shall practice safe work habits and report unsafe conditions to supervisor.
• Train co-workers and assist when problems arise.

Education/Experience:

• High School or GED degree. Prior electronics experience preferred.

Benefits Offered:

• Full range of medical benefits, dental, vision
• Life Insurance
• Matching 401K
• PTO
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee discounts at local retailers

What you'll receive for the great work you provide:

• Full range of medical, dental, and vision plans
• Life Insurance
• Short-term and Long-term Disability
• Matching 401(k) Contributions
• Vacation and Paid Sick Time
• Tuition Reimbursement

Job Category

Operations

Is Sponsorship Available?

No

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