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Beaverton, United States

SMT Machine Operator

Vanguard EMS, Inc. · Beaverton · United States

Contract
Full time
Occupation
Production / Machine Operator

Posted: 11/4/2026 · Last checked: 11/9/2026

Job description

Quoted in full from Vanguard EMS, Inc.'s job posting. Gavroche does not edit it.

The SMT Machine Operator collaborates directly with Team Coordinator and department supervisor to ensure printed circuit boards are assembled to specification in a timely manner. This position is key to company quality standards.

Vanguard EMS, Inc. is in the service business. Even with Vanguard’s state of the art technology, vast manufacturing capability, and leading-edge information tools, we wake up every day thinking about how best to serve our customers, suppliers, and the communities in which we live.

Requirements

What you’ll do:

  • Perform machine set-up, clean-up, and surface mount machine operation according to standard operating procedures
  • Maintain quality documentation for set-up, machine operation, inspection results, and daily operations
  • Perform material activities required to maintain accurate control of all material staged in machine area
  • Perform minor maintenance as required to operate machines in an efficient manner
  • Support continuous improvement by looking for opportunities for improvement and working projects
  • Maintain a clean and highly organized area and perform other duties as assigned.

    • What you’ll need:

  • High-level critical thinking, attention to detail, analysis, and oral and written communication skills
  • Demonstrated highly motivated strong leadership and teambuilding skills with self-motivation, problem solving abilities, team spirit and a “hands on” mentality.
  • Effectively manipulate extremely small and/or fragile components and tools.
  • Ability to use visual aids, complicated drawings to verify quality products.
  • Knowledge of common manufacturing processes and/or equipment operation Education and/or Experience
  • High School Diploma, GED or Equivalent
  • Ability to obtain J-STD and IPC certification within 90 days. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • SMT Machine Operations 1+ year experience
  • J-STD and IPC Certification

    • Benefits

    Employees enjoy benefits package including:

    Medical, Dental & Vision

    401K (with employer match)

    Paid time off

    Paid holidays

    Profit sharing

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