SMT Manager

Your Job

Molex is seeking an Surface-Mount Technology (SMT) Manager to support our new facility in the Dallas, TX region (Allen, TX).

The SMT Manager is responsible for SMT process development, NPI support, and mass-production process optimization.

This includes SMT process setup, continuous improvement, on-site issue resolution, and cross-functional technical support.

Our Team

Molex possesses a rich heritage in the optical industry.

We provide the highest performing and field-proven optical transmission solutions from components, modules to subsystems.

Our team is dedicated to continuous innovation in optical component function integration, miniaturization, and manufacturing automation.

We provide cutting edge technology with optical, mechanical, electrical and software integration capabilities enable us to serve the needs of high-density, high-bandwidth, and flexible optical networks of telecom, datacom, hyperscale datacenter and supercomputing.

What You Will Do



* Conduct the daily management for the SMT production line to align with business goal.


* Work closely with the R&D team and coordinate SMT internal resources to ensure smooth NPI introduction.


* Lead development of new processes and fixtures, and prepare technical documents such as PFMEA, FC, WI, and others.


* Conduct DFM reviews and follow up on corrective actions.


* Continuously optimize SMT processes for mass-production projects to improve quality, output, and stability.


* Resolve production-related process issues in a timely and effective manner.


* Analyze defective products and drive root-cause corrective actions.


* Provide coaching and on-the-job training for new engineers and technicians.


* Support customer audits and technical discussions.


* Perform other duties assigned by management.

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)



* Associate's degree or higher in an engineering or science field


* Five (5) years or more SMT process experience, with expertise in dispensing/coating or SMT processes.


* Experience managing an SMT line in US and factory management.


* Experience with stencil design, common reflow and wave soldering processes, dispensing/coating processes, and process troubleshooting & improvement.


* Knowledge of IPC standards such as IC-A-610, IPC-7711/7721, IPC-J-STD-033, etc.


* Experience in the electronics manufacturing industry

What Will Put You Ahead



* Bachelor's degree or higher in an engineering or science field


* Bilingual (English/Chinese)


* Knowledge of flip chip and underfill processes will be excellent.

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