Surface Mount Technology (SMT) Technician

Location: Auckland
Job Type: Permanent
Reference: 200256756_1730435020
Salary: NZ$25 - NZ$28 per hour + Medical Insurance
Andrew Johnson
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The Role

Are you tired of the traffic and congestion of Auckland. Are you looking for a better work / life balance? Are you interested in having the Great South Island outdoors at your fingertips like ski fields, lakes and living in The Garden City?

Note: Role is in Christchurch, which is in the South Island (not a suburb of Auckland)

Running a Surface Mount Technology (SMT) machine to solder electronic components directly onto the surface of a printed circuit board (PCB).

Benefits:

  • Payrate $25-28 p/h (cost of living is cheaper than Auckland)
  • No long commutes and traffic jams in Christchurch
  • Chance to gain further experience in this higher sort after industry
  • Large international company with great job security

Available shifts are:

  • Morning shift Mon - Thur 7am to 3.30pm & Fri 6am to 2.30pm
  • Afternoon shift: Mon - Thur 3.20pm to 11.50pm & Fri 2.20pm to 10.50pm

Key Responsibilities

  • Setting up of SMT machines for production runs
  • Applying soldering paste
  • Control of stencils
  • Fault diagnosis, minimising machine downtime
  • SMT quality checking and record maintenance
  • Working in a supportive team
  • Adhere to safety standards and procedures at all times

Requirements:

  • MUST have proven SMT experience
  • Planning or able to moving to Christchurch
  • Ability to evaluate facts and make decisions
  • Sound knowledge of electrical theory and anti-static precautions
  • Read and understand schematic diagrams and overlays
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Proficient in English, both oral and written

Must living in and be legally entitled to work in New Zealand - NZ / Aust Citizenship, NZ Permanent Residency or Open Visa. Please do not apply if you are not in New Zealand. Due to the payrate this role is not suitable for visa sponsorship.

Apply online TODAY with your up-to-date CV and cover letter confirming you are able and willing to move to Christchurch.

Give me a call if you have any questions - Andrew on 021 949 174.