Location
Poole, Dorset, England
Industry sector
Engineering
Job type
Permanent | Full Time
Job start date
ASAP
Posted date
12/08/2026
Closing date
09/09/2026
SMT Operator | Poole | up to £15ph
Are you a hands-on SMT Technician who enjoys keeping a busy line running at pace?
Do you have solid, recent experience and want a role where you can step in confidently from day one?
This SMT Operator opportunity offers stable weekday hours in a fast-paced Electronics Manufacturing environment where accuracy and consistency matter.
As a SMT Operator, you will benefit from:
Full-time, stable hours, 8am - 4pm, early finish on a friday!
A fast-moving production environment that keeps your day varied and engaging
A well-established SMT function with experienced colleagues and clear processes
A practical, active role, on your feet and close to the machines throughout the shift
The chance to make an immediate impact in a department with ongoing demand and workload
As a SMT Technician, your responsibilities will include:
Setting up, running, and monitoring Europlacer SMT placement machines to meet output and quality targets
Completing product changeovers efficiently and accurately to keep production on schedule
Carrying out basic fault-finding and escalating issues promptly to minimise downtime
Performing routine checks and adjustments to maintain consistent placement quality
Following build instructions and process documentation to ensure standards are met
Keeping the work area organised and supporting continuous improvement on the line
As a SMT Technician, your experience will include:
Recent Europlacer machine experience within an SMT production environment
Confidence working at pace while maintaining attention to detail and quality standards
A practical, reliable approach, with the ability to spot issues early and act quickly
Comfortable working in an active role, on your feet for most of the day
If you're ready to take the next step as a SMT Technician and want a role where your experience makes an immediate difference, apply today with an up-to-date CV or call Beth at Rubicon for more information.