SMT Technician - Brooklyn, NY

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About the Role

We are currently seeking hands-on, detail-oriented individuals with practical mechanical and electronics aptitude to join our client's manufacturing team. Ideal candidates are eager to learn, comfortable working with production equipment, and motivated to develop new skills in a fast-paced environment focused on automation and technology.

Requirements

Good fit if you have the following requirements:

Practical mechanical and electronics aptitude, with strong attention to detail.
Willingness to learn company machines and software, accept feedback, and develop new skills in a fast-paced environment focused on advancing automation and technology.
A methodical approach to troubleshooting, with the judgment to recognize when to ask for assistance.
Comfort with hands-on production work, including soldering, rework, shipping, and receiving.
Clear communication skills and a strong commitment to the quality of your work.
A desire to continuously improve processes and workflows over days, weeks, and months.

Preferred Experience

Experience operating SMT equipment, assembling PCBs, loading feeders, performing production changeovers, or maintaining equipment.
Hands-on experience with soldering, electronics rework, or assembly inspection.
Experience using AI tools for troubleshooting, validating solutions against technical documentation, and following established safety procedures.

Performance Objectives / What You'll Be Doing

Set up, load, and operate SMT equipment using Diode's software and production instructions.
Keep machines operational through routine checks, maintenance, and troubleshooting; ask for help when needed.
Monitor builds, catch problems early, reduce downtime, and improve production flow.
Inspect boards for placement, orientation, polarity, and soldering issues, such as a component rotated 90 degrees.
Perform soldering, manual assembly, and electrical rework.
Receive and kit components and materials, and prepare completed boards for shipment.
Work with manufacturing and engineering, communicate blockers, and hand off clearly between shifts.
Follow equipment safety and component-handling procedures and keep the fab organized.

Position Details

Location: Brooklyn, NY | First and second shift
Duration: 6 months
Employment Type: Contract role on W-2 through Above and Beyond Talent Acquisition, Inc. (A&B Talent)
Work Arrangement: Onsite
Pay Rate: $25–$35 / hour

How to Apply

Email your resume and availability to apply@aandbtalent.com

[Hiring] SMT Technician - Brooklyn NY