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title: "SMT Operator 2 (Second Shift)"
company: "Rocket EMS"
company_url: "https://www.remjobs.works/companies/rocket-ems"
url: "https://www.remjobs.works/job/rocket-ems-smt-operator-2-second-shift-16776907-0a5a-496c-9213-5d15f8f369d1"
apply_url: "https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/rocketems/jobs/4391621009"
workplace: onsite
location: "Santa Clara, CA"
employment_type: unspecified
seniority: mid
role: other
region: united-states
date_posted: 2026-09-02T21:06:33.000Z
first_seen_by_remjobs: 2026-09-17T11:39:49.236Z
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# SMT Operator 2 (Second Shift)

**Rocket EMS** · Santa Clara, CA

Apply: https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/rocketems/jobs/4391621009

## About the role

#### SMT Operator

##### About the Role

As an SMT Operator at Rocket EMS, you will be responsible for operating and supporting surface mount technology (SMT) production processes to ensure high-quality, reliable PCB assemblies. You’ll work hands-on with automated equipment and collaborate closely with Quality, Engineering, and Production teams to maintain process accuracy, throughput, and compliance with customer and industry standards.

##### What You’ll Do

- Set up, operate, and monitor SMT equipment, including solder paste printers, pick-and-place machines, reflow ovens, and supporting automation.

- Load and unload printed circuit board assemblies (PCBAs) while following ESD, MSD, and handling requirements.

- Verify correct component placement, orientation, and solder quality during production runs.

- Identify and report defects such as missing components, misalignment, solder defects, or process deviations.

- Follow travelers, MPIs, work instructions, and production schedules to ensure builds meet customer specifications.

- Perform first-piece checks and in-process inspections as required.

- Assist with basic machine maintenance, nozzle changes, feeder setup, and cleanliness.

- Communicate issues, pass-downs, and improvement opportunities to leads, supervisors, and engineers.

- Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying recurring defects or process trends.

##### What We’re Looking For

- Previous experience in SMT or electronics manufacturing preferred.

- Familiarity with SMT equipment (pick-and-place, reflow, printers, AOI/AXI) is a plus.

- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.

- Ability to follow detailed work instructions and IPC standards (IPC-A-610 preferred).

- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, team-oriented manufacturing environment.

- Willingness to learn new processes and adapt to changing production needs.

##### Why Join Us

You’ll be part of a high-reliability electronics manufacturing team supporting aerospace, defense, and advanced technology programs. Your work directly impacts product quality, performance, and mission success—down to every component placed on the board.

Pay Range$25—$32 USD**ITAR/EAR Compliance:** Due to the nature of the work performed at Rocket EMS, this position may require access to export-controlled technical data or technology. The successful candidate must be eligible to access such information under applicable U.S. export-control laws or be eligible for any required government authorization.

Rocket EMS will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the California Fair Chance Act. Candidates are not required to disclose criminal history or participate in a background check unless and until a conditional offer of employment has been made. Any final offer of employment may be conditioned on completion of a background check, consistent with applicable law.
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