Tooling Coordinator Technician at Rocket EMS

<p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>SMT Tooling Coordinator / Technician</strong><br><strong>Company:</strong> Rocket EMS<br><strong>Department:</strong> Manufacturing / Surface Mount Technology (SMT)</p> <p><strong>Position Summary</strong></p> <p>The SMT Tooling Coordinator / Technician manages the availability, condition, organization, and traceability of tooling used in printed circuit board assembly (PCBA). This position combines hands-on tooling inspection and maintenance with inventory control and production support.</p> <p>Working closely with SMT Operations, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, and Purchasing, this individual ensures the correct tooling is ready before scheduled production runs, helping reduce setup time, prevent tooling-related defects, and support consistent manufacturing quality.</p> <p><strong>Job Responsibilities</strong></p> <ul> <li> <p>Maintain an organized inventory of SMT tooling, including solder paste stencils, squeegee blades, component feeders, placement nozzles, board support tooling, fixtures, and carriers.</p> </li> <li> <p>Review upcoming production schedules and work orders to identify tooling requirements, confirm availability, and communicate shortages or readiness concerns before production begins.</p> </li> <li> <p>Verify tooling identification, assembly part numbers, revisions, and compatibility against approved manufacturing documentation.</p> </li> <li> <p>Prepare and stage tooling for production setups and changeovers. Coordinate its return, inspection, cleaning, and storage after use.</p> </li> <li> <p>Inspect stencils for damage, contamination, blocked apertures, and other conditions that could affect solder paste printing. Perform additional checks, such as tension measurements, when required by approved procedures.</p> </li> <li> <p>Clean, inspect, and perform authorized maintenance on feeders, nozzles, squeegees, and other tooling according to approved procedures and manufacturer guidance.</p> </li> <li> <p>Identify and segregate damaged, worn, obsolete, or incorrect tooling to prevent unintended use. Coordinate repair, replacement, or disposition with Engineering and Quality.</p> </li> <li> <p>Maintain accurate records of tooling locations, quantities, condition, revisions, maintenance, and repair history.</p> </li> <li> <p>Coordinate tooling purchases and outside repairs with Engineering and Purchasing, including tracking delivery dates and confirming receipt against approved requirements.</p> </li> <li> <p>Support troubleshooting of tooling-related printing, feeding, placement, and board support issues. Escalate equipment or process problems to the appropriate technical team.</p> </li> <li> <p>Assist with new product introduction by organizing incoming tooling, verifying identification and documentation, and supporting production readiness reviews.</p> </li> <li> <p>Perform periodic inventory checks and maintain minimum stocking levels for frequently used tooling and replacement parts.</p> </li> <li> <p>Follow engineering change controls and ensure tooling modifications receive the required approval before implementation or production use.</p> </li> <li> <p>Maintain clean, orderly tooling storage and work areas using 5S practices. Follow applicable ESD, chemical handling, safety, and quality procedures.</p> </li> <li> <p>Complete required training and perform other related duties as assigned.</p> </li> </ul> <p><strong>Education and Experience</strong></p> <ul> <li> <p>High school diploma or equivalent.</p> </li> <li> <p>Two years of experience in electronics manufacturing, SMT production, tooling control, equipment maintenance, or a related technical role preferred.</p> </li> <li> <p>Hands-on experience with SMT stencils, feeders, nozzles, or production setup tooling strongly preferred.</p> </li> <li> <p>Experience supporting Juki placement equipment is a plus.</p> </li> </ul> <p><strong>Qualifications and Skills</strong></p> <ul> <li> <p>Understanding of SMT manufacturing processes and how tooling condition affects print and placement quality.</p> </li> <li> <p>Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to perform careful inspection, cleaning, and minor repairs within established procedures.</p> </li> <li> <p>Ability to read work instructions, tooling drawings, part numbers, revision levels, and manufacturing documentation.</p> </li> <li> <p>Familiarity with basic inspection tools, such as microscopes, magnifiers, and calipers.</p> </li> <li> <p>Strong organizational skills and attention to detail when maintaining inventory and traceability records.</p> </li> <li> <p>Basic proficiency with Microsoft Excel and computerized inventory or ERP systems.</p> </li> <li> <p>Ability to prioritize competing production needs, communicate issues promptly, and work independently while coordinating with multiple departments.</p> </li> <li> <p>Familiarity with IPC workmanship requirements and Class 3 electronics manufacturing is a plus.</p> </li> </ul> <p><strong>Work Environment</strong></p> <p>This position works primarily in a manufacturing environment and involves standing, walking, handling tooling and small components, and performing detailed visual inspections. Essential duties must be performed safely, with or without reasonable accommodation.</p><div class="content-pay-transparency"><div class="pay-input"><div class="title">Pay Range</div><div class="pay-range"><span>$25</span><span class="divider">&mdash;</span><span>$28 USD</span></div></div></div><div class="content-conclusion"><p><strong>ITAR/EAR Compliance:</strong> Due to the nature of the work performed at Rocket EMS, this position may require access to export-controlled technical data or technology. The successful candidate must be eligible to access such information under applicable U.S. export-control laws or be eligible for any required government authorization.</p> <p>Rocket EMS will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the California Fair Chance Act. Candidates are not required to disclose criminal history or participate in a background check unless and until a conditional offer of employment has been made. Any final offer of employment may be conditioned on completion of a background check, consistent with applicable law.<br>#zr</p></div>