SMT Supervisor

SMT Manufacturing Supervisor (Hands On)

Direct Hire First Shift

Electronics Manufacturing On Site

We’re seeking an experienced Surface Mount Manufacturing Supervisor / Manager to lead hands on SMT production operations in a fast paced electronics manufacturing environment. This is a direct hire, first shift opportunity for a leader who knows SMT from the ground up and enjoys being on the floor, supporting teams, equipment, and quality.

This role is ideal for someone who has personally overseen SMT lines, understands soldering and process control, and can balance leadership with technical involvement.

What You’ll Be Doing

Oversee daily SMT production operations, including:

Screen printing

Pick and place

Reflow

AOI / SPI

Lead and support hands on SMT technicians and operators

Ensure production schedules, quality standards, and safety requirements are consistently met

Monitor line performance, throughput, downtime, and yield

Coordinate job changeovers, line setups, and staffing

Coach, train, and develop SMT operators and technicians

Manage staffing levels, timecards, and overtime

Conduct performance reviews and address employee relations matters as needed

Ensure compliance with IPC standards (IPC A 610, J STD 001)

Partner with Quality and Engineering to resolve defects and drive yield improvements

Lead root cause analysis (RCA) and corrective actions (CAPA)

Monitor solder paste quality, placement accuracy, and reflow profiles

Oversee SMT equipment operation, maintenance coordination, and calibrations

Escalate and support troubleshooting of equipment and process issues

Promote teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement on the production floor

What We’re Looking For

Proven experience overseeing SMT production lines (required)

Hands on soldering experience and strong understanding of SMT processes

3–7+ years of experience in SMT / PCB electronics manufacturing

1–3+ years in a supervisory or leadership role (preferred)

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing, Electronics, Industrial Engineering, or equivalent experience

Ability to read and understand PCB drawings, BOMs, and work instructions

Working knowledge of reflow profiling and stencil design

Experience with MES and/or ERP systems

Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills

Comfortable being on the production floor and supporting the team daily

Why This Opportunity

Direct hire, first shift role

Stable, growing electronics manufacturing environment

High impact leadership position with hands on involvement

Opportunity to drive real improvements in quality, yield, and efficiency

Competitive compensation and benefits

If you’re a true SMT leader who understands the process, has soldering experience, and wants to lead from the floor—not behind a desk—we’d love to talk.