Sr. SMT Engineering Technician (NC - Greensboro (HQ), US)

Qorvo (Nasdaq: QRVO) supplies innovative semiconductor solutions that make a better world possible. We combine product and technology leadership, systems-level expertise and global manufacturing scale to quickly solve our customers' most complex technical challenges. Qorvo serves diverse high-growth segments of large global markets, including consumer electronics, smart home/IoT, automotive, EVs, battery-powered appliances, network infrastructure, healthcare and aerospace/defense. Visit www.qorvo.com to learn how our diverse and innovative team is helping connect, protect and power our planet.
Seeking a self-motivated and responsible technician to support Qorvo's quick-turn Greensboro Prototype Assembly - Surface Mount Technology (SMT) work center.
This includes but is not limited to Equipment Maintenance, Assembly Order (AO) Reviews, Equipment Programming, Stencil generation/ordering, Process troubleshooting and continual improvement opportunities.
Individual must be able to complete equipment and process development projects as assigned by the Group Leader or Manager.
Responsibilities:

• Troubleshoot and solve novel to difficult SMT processing issues.
• Perform equipment maintenance (scheduled and unscheduled) to ensure tools are safe and running effectively.
• Lead efforts to track down and resolve, downtime, yield, and quality issues.
• Review Assembly Orders and Program SMT related equipment.
• Maintain stencil inventory.
• Play an active role in continuous improvements focused on cycle-time and quality efforts.
• Have keen attention to detail and the dexterity necessary for working with small SMD components.
• Design and order SMT stencils.
• Responsible for writing purchase requisitions for tools, spare parts, and consumables.
• Effectively communicate with all team members (including off shift teams, assemblers, fellow technicians, engineers, and Supervisors) - sharing equipment & process details encountered during the shift. May also be asked to interface with (internal) customers by communicating timelines and/or process issues that impact delivery dates or product quality.
• Maintain a positive demeanor when faced with challenging situations

Qualifications:

• Two-year technical degree in Mechanical, electrical, and/or electronic preferred.
• Typically requires a minimum of 1-2 years of experience as a SMT technician working directly with SMT reviews and Stencil ordering practices .
• Preferably familiar with applicable software (e.g., Altium, GC-PowerPlace and AutoCAD) software.
• Must be safety conscious and possess a basic understanding of applicable software.
• Must have a strong mechanical aptitude with excellent equipment troubleshooting abilities and the dexterity required to assemble a variety of complex parts to very close tolerances.
• Must be able to work from detailed drawings, assembly diagrams, specifications and/or verbal instructions required to perform the job.
• Must be VERY quality focused and capable of working in a fast-paced, high-mix/medium-volume environment and able to find quick solutions to immediate problems. Must communicate effectively and routinely with opposite shift members, group-leads and supervision.
• Must get along well with others and maintain a professional attitude especially when dealing with difficult situations.
• Must be able to own projects, documentation and training activities and work with minimal direct supervision.
• Must be willing to work a 12 hour shift on a 2-2-3 schedule.

Qorvo will not sponsor job applicants for visas or work authorizations for this position.
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