Trainee SMT Operator

Reference: SMT110_1787927996

Trainee SMT Operator

Permanent Position

Proactive Global is hiring for Trainee SMT Operator for a leading manufacturing company based in Windsor, SL4. We are looking for experienced Technician to work within a busy electronics manufacturer and willing to get trained on SMT Machines.

Duration- Full time is 37 hours per week

Mon to Thurs 07:30 to 16:00 and Fri 07:30 to 12;30

Pay Rate: £26,250 pa

Location : Windsor, SL4

Roles and Responsibilities:

  • Operate computer-controlled surface mount assembly machinery to successfully assemble surface mount technology printed circuit assemblies
  • Continually monitor the process to ensure perfect quality using inspection equipment
  • Ability to read machine error messages and correct placement & printing problems
  • Confident to hand place SMT parts accurately onto circuit assemblies, ensuring correct polarity of devices
  • Kit and de-kit SMT placements machines and set up printing programs on automatic stencil printers
  • Document aspects of the Work Order including run times, hand fits, and process deviations
  • Read and interpret Drawings, Diagrams and Bills of Materials
  • Maintain high housekeeping standards

Candidate Requirement-

  • Demonstrate experience in Surface Mount processes, achieving high levels of output & quality in equal measure
  • Handling small electronic components down to 0201 size.
  • Operating a single line
  • Setting up feeders & kits
  • Using and array of inspection equipment

Interested candidates can directly apply to this Advert or share their CVs at [email protected] or call at +44 1784919769 for further discussions.


Proactive Global is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Proactive Global is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Up to £262,500.00
Per annum
Up to GBP262500 per annum
Added 28/08/2026
Reference: SMT110_1787927996

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