A Surface Mount Machine Operator is required for a long term contract assignment based in StevenageResponsibilities: The semi-skilled PEC operator will be responsible for the carrying out of machine manufacturing and self-certification tasks within the deployed business, in accordance with product certification procedures, defined workmanship standards, allocated budgets and timescales to meet project objectives.Specific responsibilities include: * Hand soldering Circuit Card Assemblies to IPC 610 andamp; 001. * Fine soldering under magnification. * Surface mount and through-hole component assembly, * Undertake detailed standard assembly/manufacturing activities, undertaking all work to requisite procedures, quality standards, safety requirements and timescales. * Contribute to the efficient movement of work and information in the manufacturing area. * Adhere in all activities to agreed standards and behaviours. * Comply with all health and safety requirements. * IPC 610 certified/trained preferred. * Operations of equipment, to build circuit card assemblies including:- o DEK screen print machine. o MyCronic Pick and place machine o ERSA reflow solder oven o Koh Young Automated optical inspection Role requirements (skills, training and qualifications) Essential skills: * Prior knowledge of circuit card assembly. * Dexterity for fine work. * Read and interpret layouts. * Follow instructions. * Willing to work flexible shift patterns. * Attention to detail. * Work on own with ..... full job details .....