Job Description
SMT Technician / Programmer – Electronics Manufacturing
Allegro Services is an established Australian-owned electronics contract manufacturer based in Caringbah in Sydney's Sutherland Shire.
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.
This position would suit either an experienced SMTtechnician/operatoror someone with a robust electronics and computer/technical background who has the aptitude and enthusiasm to learn.
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.
JUKI RS-1 SMT pick-and-place machine
Asscon vapour phase reflow system
Key responsibilities:
Creating and modifying SMT production programs
Programming, setting up and operating the JUKI RS-1 pick-and-place machine
Setting up and operating the GKG solder paste printer
Operating the Asscon vapour phase reflow system
Programming and operating the Koh Young AOI system
SMT component and feeder setup
Product changeovers and production setup
Monitoring production quality and identifying process issues
Troubleshooting machine, programming and production problems
Inspecting assembled PCBs and interpreting AOI results
Reading and working from PCB assembly documentation, BOMs and component information
Assisting with other electronics production activities when required
About you
Ideally,



you will have experience in SMT electronics manufacturing, automated production equipment, electronics or another relevant technical field.
However, we are also interested in applicants who may not have extensive SMT experience but can demonstrate strong technical ability and the capacity to learn complex equipment quickly.
You may have a background in electronics, computers, programming, automation, mechatronics, machine operation or electronics repair.
We are particularly interested in someone who:
Has strong computer and technical aptitude
Enjoys learning and understanding how equipment works
Has good logical and problem-solving skills
Is comfortable learning new software and machine programming
Has excellent attention to detail
Can troubleshoot problems rather than simply operate equipment
Takes pride in producing high-quality work
Can work independently once trained
Is reliable, organised and works well as part of a small production team
Previous experience with SMT equipment, pick-and-place programming, AOI programming, PCB assembly or electronics manufacturing will be highly regarded.
Experience with JUKI, Koh Young, GKG or Asscon equipment would be advantageous but is not essential.
What we offer
$32–$37 per hour + superannuation, depending on experience and capability
Monday to Friday, day shift
On-the-job training on our specific production equipment where required
Opportunity to develop advanced SMT and AOI programming skills
Exposure to a wide variety of PCB assemblies and production requirements
Stable position with an established Australian electronics manufacturer
Caringbah location in Sydney's Sutherland Shire

📌 Smt Technician / Programmer (New South Wales)
🏢 Allegro Services
📍 New South Wales