Job Description
SMT Manager
Location: Bedfordshire
Salary: £40,000 – £45,000
We are looking for a highly motivated Team Leader/Manager to oversee our SMT lines and machine technicians. This team plays a key role in assembling and delivering complex, high-value electronic products for industries such as Aerospace, Defence, Medical Devices, and Manufacturing.
Please Note: Neither ProTech nor our client can offer sponsorship for this role. Only apply if you are based in the UK or have the right to work in the UK without sponsorship.
Skills and Experience:
Previous experience in an Electronics Manufacturing environment, ideally within SMT
Expertise in setting, running, and operating a variety of SMT machines
Solid understanding of electronics manufacturing processes, industry standards, and regulations
Experience working in a high-tech environment
Customer-facing experience, especially in high-paced development settings
Team Leadership/Management:
Lead and manage a team of SMT operators, programmers, and engineers, with additional contractors brought in as needed
Act as the technical lead on specific projects
Allocate resources and forecast resource and capability needs for projects
Contribute to planning, resource forecasting, and setting priorities
Technical Expertise:
Lead and execute activities across the SMT lines to ensure timely, efficient, and specification-compliant product delivery
Supervise and support the operators on the team
Follow and communicate test procedures, processes, and technical documentation effectively
If you are ready to take on a leadership role and help deliver cutting-edge electronic products, apply today!