SMT Line Supervisor

Tencell is a designer, PCB contract manufacturer, and distributor of electronic components with offices in the UK, USA, Denmark, and soon Japan. We have an exceptional opportunity to join our growing global team in the role of SMT Line Supervisor working for Audias Technology, our fully funded start-up company at our Salt Lake City site.

Reporting to the Director (US), you will initially run the production / SMT line to produce and deliver products to our established client which meet quality standards, within budget and on time.

Going forward, this role has scope for genuine career development. As production grows and you bring more lines to life, you’ll be able to build, develop and supervise your own team.

You will initially:

· Be responsible for machine programming & troubleshooting, by quickly learning and executing unique machine programming as required

· Provide machine repairs, calibration, and preventative maintenance as needed

· Ensure that all processes are designed, communicated and performed with established industry health and safety standards at their core

· Identify and implement improvements in workflow, machine efficiency, and production methodologies

· Provide financial oversight by monitoring costs, and generating regular and ad hoc reports for Tencell leadership

Then:

· Hire, build and retain a strong team, with corporate oversight and approval

· Train and develop production staff on operational best practices and hands-on machine usage

· Motivate the team to ensure production targets are consistently met

· Oversee daily production activities, ensuring goals are met weekly, quarterly, and annually

· Use time and motion principles to support quoting and manload/machine load to support schedules

You will have worked at SMT Operator level for at least 2 years and be ready for your next step. Specifically you will:

· Have up to date hands-on experience of the Yamaha i-pulse series, or similar

· Understand how to program specialized machines, and be mechanically competent to assist with repairs, calibration, and troubleshooting when needed

· Have the ability to quickly learn and execute machine programming, optimize workflows, and provide effective on-the-job training to staff

· Be able to maintain productivity, quality, and efficiency standards

· Possess a solid understanding of the technical aspects of manufacturing operations

And also:

· Have strong verbal and written communication skills (Spanish proficiency is a plus)

· Be able to build a team and work collaboratively

· Be self-motivated and results-driven with examples of previous relevant achievements

· Be highly organized, detail-oriented, with strong interpersonal skills and a solid work ethic

Required:

· SMT experience, in a manufacturing or industrial setting

· Basic electronics industry knowledge and experience

· A demonstrable mechanical aptitude / ability to diagnose and repair mechanical issues with production machinery

· Machine operating and programming experience, with demonstrably quick learning ability to apply it to specialized machinery

· Sound IT skills including proficiency in business software, machine interfaces, and production tracking systems

Desirable:

· Familiarity with ISO-9001

· Granular knowledge of components and electrical knowledge

· Knowledge of IPC-610 specifications related to contract manufacturing is strongly preferred. IPC-610A / ISO-9001 / J-STD-001 proficiency.

• Hours - full time Monday to Friday
  
• Competitive salary
  
• Comprehensive benefits package
  
• Discretionary bonus scheme
  
• 15 days� vacation per year, rising by 1 day per completed year of service to a maximum of 20 days, plus recognised federal / state holidays
  
• Free parking
  
• Opportunity for international travel, including to UK offices
  

You may also choose to submit your resume (with a short covering letter, outlining your suitability and motivation for the role) to hr@tencell.com. Please do not submit multiple applications.

Closing date is August 22nd, 2025. We reserve the right to close applications before the closing date, depending on the level of response, so early applications are encouraged. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis. Depending on the volume of responses, we may not be able to acknowledge all applications. If you have not received any communication from us by August, 29th, it is likely that your application has been unsuccessful. We are grateful for your interest and would encourage you to apply for any future vacancies which we may have in future.

No agencies please.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $70,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• On-the-job training
  
• Paid time off
  
• Professional development assistance
  
• Retirement plan
  

Application Question(s):

• Do you have experience in running an SMT line producing electronic circuit boards?
  
• Do you have experience in the electronics industry?
  

Experience:

• machine operating and programming: 3 years (Required)
  
• Surface Mount Technology: 3 years (Required)
  

Language:

• Spanish (Preferred)
  

Ability to Commute:

• Salt Lake City, UT 84115 (Required)
  

Work Location: In person