Job Description

SMT Technician / Programmer – Electronics Manufacturing

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Allegro Services is an established Australian-owned electronics contract manufacturer based in Caringbah in Sydney's Sutherland Shire.

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We are looking for a technically minded and reliable person to join our production team, with a primary focus on programming, setting up and operating our SMT production line and AOI inspection equipment.

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This position would suit either an experienced SMT technician/operator or someone with a strong electronics and computer/technical background who has the aptitude and enthusiasm to learn.

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Previous experience with our particular equipment is not essential. We are looking for someone with strong technical ability, attention to detail, problem-solving skills and the ability to learn and take ownership of the equipment they operate.

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JUKI RS-1 SMT pick-and-place machine

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Asscon vapour phase reflow system

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Key responsibilities:

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- Creating and modifying SMT production programs
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- Programming, setting up and operating the JUKI RS-1 pick-and-place machine
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- Setting up and operating the GKG solder paste printer
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- Operating the Asscon vapour phase reflow system
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- Programming and operating the Koh Young AOI system
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- SMT component and feeder setup
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- Product changeovers and production setup
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- Monitoring production quality and identifying process issues
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- Troubleshooting machine, programming and production problems
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- Inspecting assembled PCBs and interpreting AOI results
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- Reading and working from PCB assembly documentation, BOMs and component information
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- Assisting with other electronics production activities when required
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About you

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Ideally,



you will have experience in SMT electronics manufacturing, automated production equipment, electronics or another relevant technical field.

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However, we are also interested in applicants who may not have extensive SMT experience but can demonstrate solid technical ability and the capacity to learn complex equipment quickly.

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You may have a background in electronics, computers, programming, automation, mechatronics, machine operation or electronics repair.

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We are particularly interested in someone who:

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- Has strong computer and technical aptitude
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- Enjoys learning and understanding how equipment works
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- Has good logical and problem-solving skills
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- Is comfortable learning new software and machine programming
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- Has excellent attention to detail
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- Can troubleshoot problems rather than simply operate equipment
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- Takes pride in producing high-quality work
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- Can work independently once trained
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- Is reliable, organised and works well as part of a small production team
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Previous experience with SMT equipment, pick-and-place programming, AOI programming, PCB assembly or electronics manufacturing will be highly regarded.

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Experience with JUKI, Koh Young, GKG or Asscon equipment would be advantageous but is not essential.

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What we offer

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- $32–$37 per hour + superannuation, depending on experience and capability
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- Monday to Friday, day shift
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- On-the-job training on our specific production equipment where required
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- Opportunity to develop advanced SMT and AOI programming skills
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- Exposure to a wide variety of PCB assemblies and production requirements
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- Stable position with an established Australian electronics manufacturer
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- Caringbah location in Sydney's Sutherland Shire
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📌 SMT Technician / Programmer (New South Wales)
🏢 Allegro Services
📍 New South Wales