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surface-mount technology machine operator

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Description

Surface-mount technology machine operators use surface-mount technology (SMT) machines to mount and solder small electronic components onto printed circuit boards to create surface-mounted devices (SMD).

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Theoretical Knowledge

quality standards printed circuit boards surface-mount technology electronics IPC standards microelectronics

Practical Skills

prepare board for soldering solder components onto electronic board read standard blueprints operate SMT placement equipment coat printed circuit board assemble printed circuit boards report defective manufacturing materials inspect quality of products interpret circuit diagrams read assembly drawings ensure conformity to specifications monitor machine operations ensure public safety and security clean printed circuit board carry out shipping orders for parts resolve equipment malfunctions use CAM software apply technical communication skills repair electronic components dispose of hazardous waste apply health and safety standards use diagnostic tools for electronic repairs provide power connection from bus bars replace defect components maintain electronic systems operate automated optical inspection machine check for solder defects keep records of work progress operate wave soldering machine oversee logistics of finished products