**Employment Type:** Monday-Friday 7am to 4pm **About the Role** We are seeking a skilled SMT Operator to join our electronics manufacturing team. This position is responsible for operating and maintaining Surface Mount Technology (SMT) equipment to assemble printed circuit boards (PCBs) according to production specifications and quality standards. The ideal candidate will have strong technical knowledge, attention to detail, and a commitment to safety and ESD protocols. **Key Responsibilities** + Operate SMT equipment including pick-and-place machines, reflow ovens, and screen printers + Diagnosing and resolving machine errors, component misplacements, and production interruptions + Inspect solder paste application, component placement, and reflow profiles to ensure quality + Perform first article inspections and verify compliance with IPC-A-610 standards + Maintain accurate production records and follow established work instructions + Collaborate with team members to meet production schedules and quality goals **Qualifications** + Previous experience operating SMT equipment in a manufacturing environment + Knowledge of PCB assembly processes and IPC-A-610 standards + Strong problem-solving skills and mechanical aptitude + Ability to work with precision and attention to detail + Familiarity with ESD safety protocols + Basic computer literacy for machine operation and reporting **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract position based out of Sarasota, FL. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $35.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) **Workplace Type** This is a fully onsite position in Sarasota,FL. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Dec 23, 2025. **About Aerotek:** We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.