Elliott Wines
Port Richey,FL
Summary
Results-driven SMT Technician with extensive experience at Sypris Electronics, excelling in machine operation and quality assurance. Proven expertise in troubleshooting and preventive maintenance, ensuring optimal performance of SMT machines. Strong attention to detail and effective team collaboration have consistently enhanced production efficiency and product quality.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
SMT Technician 3
Sypris electronics
Tampa, FL
09.2024 - Current
- Maintained and operated SMT machines, including pick-and-place, reflow ovens, wave solder equipment and other related machinery.
- Loaded programs into computerized systems to control production processes.
- Assembled electronic components by hand as needed for product testing or prototyping.
- Set up and adjusted feeders to ensure proper component placement on the circuit board.
- Performed detailed inspection of PCBs for quality assurance purposes.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss current projects and upcoming tasks.
Machine Technician
Kimball Electronics
Tampa, FL
05.2017 - 09.2024
- Provided technical advice regarding repairs, modifications, and upgrades of existing machinery.
- Operated various machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, grinders and drill presses.
- Adjusted functional parts of devices according to specifications using hand tools or measuring instruments.
- Dismantled defective machines to diagnose faults before repairing them.
- Maintained records of daily production output and machine performance.
- Followed safety protocols when operating complex machinery or working with hazardous materials.
- Monitored the condition of machinery to identify potential problems or issues.
- Analyzed test results, error messages, and other data related to machine operations.
- Assisted in setting up a preventive maintenance program for all machines in the facility.
- Replaced worn parts on machines using hand tools such as wrenches and pliers.
- Trained new employees on the safe use of machinery and equipment.
- Identified areas where improvements can be made in terms of safety, reliability, efficiency.
- Performed daily maintenance and repair of machines, as well as troubleshooting malfunctions.
- Installed, calibrated, and adjusted machine components to ensure proper operation.
- Cleaned and lubricated machine parts to prevent corrosion or breakdowns.
- Documented daily production data and submitted accurate time logs to keep management up-to-date.
- Adhered to safety regulations when working with heavy equipment, confined spaces and hot work.
- Calibrated machine parts and ran diagnostic tests to confirm system functionality and accuracy.
- Engaged in troubleshooting of machinery malfunctions through use of testing instruments and observation of defective equipment, listening and visually analyzing for sources of problems.
- Set up and adjusted feeders to ensure proper component placement on the circuit board.
- Conducted regular maintenance checks on all SMT machines, including cleaning and lubricating parts when necessary.
- Troubleshot issues with defective printed circuit boards.
- Followed safety protocols while working with hazardous chemicals such as fluxes, adhesives, solvents.
- Diagnosed problems with electrical or mechanical operations of automated machinery.
- Programmed automated machines in accordance with customer specifications.
- Calibrated machine components to achieve desired performance parameters.
- Provided technical support to junior technicians in performing their duties.
- Maintained and operated SMT machines, including pick-and-place, reflow ovens, wave solder equipment and other related machinery.
Re-man Specialist/ Doweling Operator
Electromotive Diesel
Lagrange, IL
01.2011 - 02.2017
- Monitored and adjusted machine operations as needed for quality assurance.
- Maintained cleanliness of work area and equipment in accordance with safety regulations.
- Set up tools, dies, jigs, fixtures, gauges and other related parts for use in production operations.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
- Observed and troubleshot equipment and machines to detect malfunctions and notify appropriate personnel of needed repairs.
- Inspected finished products to verify conformity to quality standards.
- Checked control panel and gauges during equipment operation.
- Learned and followed safety and emergency procedures.
- Hand-assembled needed parts with bolts and screws.
- Used hand trucks and forklifts to unload, load and transport items.
- Measured and weighed items to meet quality standards and prevent waste.
- Calibrated machines to adhere to quality standards and maintain required productivity levels.
- Set up and operated production machinery according to specific standards and protocols of company.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Computer Science
College of Office Technology
Chicago, ILSkills
- SMT machine operation
- Component placement and inspection
- Quality assurance and control
- Troubleshooting and diagnostics
- Preventive maintenance
- Production documentation management
- Equipment calibration
- Attention to detail
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- IPC standards compliance
- Wave soldering
- Pick-and-place operation
- Reflow soldering processes
- Electronics assembly
- Precision measurement
- Mechanical aptitude
- Turbocharger servicing
- Bearing maintenance
- Auto diagnostics and repair
Timeline
SMT Technician 3
Sypris electronics
09.2024 - Current
Machine Technician
Kimball Electronics
05.2017 - 09.2024
Re-man Specialist/ Doweling Operator
Electromotive Diesel
01.2011 - 02.2017
Some College (No Degree) - Computer Science
College of Office Technology