Technician (SMT Material Management)

The Material Management Technician is responsible for ensuring the accurate and timely handling, storage, and distribution of materials for SMT (Surface Mount Technology) production lines. This role supports production efficiency by maintaining material availability, performing inventory control, and ensuring that materials are properly prepared and presented for SMT processes.

Your tasks

• Material Handling & Kitting
• Prepare and issue kits to SMT lines according to production schedules and BOMs (Bill of Materials)
• Ensure all components are correct, properly labeled, and in usable condition
• Load/unload reels, trays, and components to/from machines as required Inventory Management
• Monitor stock levels of SMT components, notify shortages, and coordinate with purchasing or planning
• Perform regular inventory cycle counts and reconcile discrepancies
• Maintain proper storage of moisture-sensitive devices (MSDs) in compliance with IPC standards System & Documentation
• Use ERP/MRP systems to track material movements and update inventory records
• Ensure accurate data entry of lot numbers, quantities, and part numbers Quality & Compliance
• Handle ESD-sensitive components by following proper ESD procedures
• Ensure compliance with company standards for traceability and material control
• Report and isolate non-conforming materials Line Support
• Replenish feeders, components, and materials during production runs
• Assist with line setup and teardown based on job changeovers
• Communicate material shortages or issues to production leads or engineers promptly
  
  

Your Qualifications

• Diploma or equivalent; technical diploma is a plus
• 1–3 years of experience in electronics manufacturing or SMT environment
• Familiarity with component identification, ESD handling, and IPC standards
• Experience using ERP systems and barcode scanners
• Ability to read BOMs, work instructions, and assembly drawings
• Strong attention to detail and well-organized
  
  

Interested?
We are looking forward to receiving your application! Ideally, you should apply online with the reference number. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact your recruiting contact via LinkedIn or XING.

Equal opportunities are important to us. We are looking forward to receiving your application regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion, ideology, disability, age as well as sexual orientation and identity.

Rohde & Schwarz is a global technology company with approximately 14,000 employees and three divisions Test & Measurement, Technology Systems and Networks & Cybersecurity. For 90 years, the company has been developing cutting-edge technology, pushing the boundaries of what is technically possible and enabling customers from various sectors such as business, government and public authorities to maintain their technological sovereignty.