Location: Rolling Meadows, IL

Job Type: Full-time, Hourly

Reports To: Production Manager

Schedule: Monday through Friday, 7:00AM to 3:30PM

Job Description:

The SMT (Surface Mount Technology) Machine Operator is a challenging and rewarding position at Nitek and is responsible for ensuring the company’s SMT, screen printer, reflow oven, and selective soldering machines are running correctly and efficiently. Nitek fully updated its production equipment in 2021 and 2022 and needs an operator comfortable working independently and with minimal direction to build prototypes, legacy assemblies, and full production builds.  The ideal candidate should be flexible, possess excellent communication skills, and be able to complete daily responsibilities with limited supervision. This job can be temporary and evolve into a full time position.

Ideally, this person can hit the ground running, will make an immediate impact, and is interested in an extended, multi-year role where they can make a significant contribution to the growth and success of Nitek.

Key Responsibilities:

• Set-up and operate automated SMT assembly equipment including Screen Printer, Glue Dispensing Machine, Pick and Place Machine, and Reflow Oven
• Set up and organize SMT stencils, load pick and place machine, and initiate proper job profiles
• Pick components, prepare reel and trays for production, and replenish parts as needed
• Properly clean boards and perform basic soldering and rework of SMT components
• Visually inspect product out of the reflow oven and rework as needed
• Monitor equipment efficiency and perform required preventive maintenance
• Work closely with Engineering to identify and implement production improvements
• Work closely with Engineering to help write and maintain production, assembly, and test procedures
• Work closely with Engineering to identify and address production, assembly, and test issues
• Maintain a clean and ESD safe environment

Key Requirements:

• GED or High school diploma
• Minimum 3 years experience in electronics manufacturing environment, SMT assembly, and soldering
• Familiarity with Surface-Mount Technology (SMT) electronic components and SMT assembly process
• Team player with a strong sense of urgency to meet goals on schedule
• Critical thinker with excellent analytical skills and strong problem-solving ability who can manage multiple projects simultaneously and thrives in a fast moving, hands-on environment
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, including writing, speaking and active listening
• High energy level, positive, and enthusiastic
• Ability to lift 40lbs. to 50lbs.
• Basic computer proficiency

Equal Opportunity Employer

Nitek International LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Nitek is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation or sexual identity, genetic information, citizen status (except those that do not have the legal right to be employed in the United States), disability, military service, service member, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. As part of the selection process this role may require an assessment and professional references to determine suitability. An offer may be subject to financial and criminal background checks.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

About Nitek®

Founded in 1983 and based in Birmingham, AL, Nitek® is a leader in the manufacture of data transmission solutions. We produce solutions for all cabling types, including fiber, UTP, and coax, and specialize in high speed, high quality devices and accessories for extended, long distance runs. Our Etherstretch™ devices deliver data and power over UTP and coaxial cabling, empowering customers from any industry to transform their new and legacy infrastructure into high speed, high bandwidth IP networks. Nitek supports virtually any application needing to transmit data, including security and CCTV systems, environmental control equipment, gates and turnstile crowd devices, emergency call boxes, and more. All of Nitek’s products are designed, tested, manufactured, and supported in the U.S., allowing us to provide best in class support, turn round time, and customization for our customers.

Simply stated, Nitek ensures your data gets from point A to point B. More information about Nitek International is available online at www.nitek.net.