SMT Production Operator

halma· Advanced Electronics Limited
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📍 Advanced NewcastleFull time

About this role

Our team members are passionate, driven and up for a challenge. If you have ambition to make a difference, then please read on. 

About Advanced
Since 1999, Advanced has been creating innovative fire safety solutions trusted to protect lives and property in more than 80 countries. Our reputation is built on the quality of our products and our commitment to customer service excellence.

As part of Halma, a FTSE 100 group of life-saving technology companies, we enjoy the benefits of being part of a global network whilst having the freedom to grow our business using our own sector expertise. At Advanced, you’ll have the opportunity to make a real impact, working as part of a talented team driven by a shared purpose to create a safer, sustainable future.

About the role

The purpose of this role is to support the efficient and safe production of high-quality products, ensuring customer requirements, production targets, and quality standards are consistently met. Working as part of a collaborative manufacturing team, Production Operators will follow established processes, operate production equipment, maintain a clean and safe working environment, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that support operational performance and business success.

What you’ll be doing

The main responsibilities for these roles will be to work within our SMT (Surface Mount Technology) cell for the operation of and selection of relevant programmes for our machines, in order to populate the Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs).

Relevant experience

  • Experience of working in an SMT facility
  • Confidence in working machinery (full training provided)
  • Being able to understand assembly build documents
  • Inspection and touch up of PCBS experience

Education and training

Full training will be provided; however, previous experience within SMT manufacturing, electronics production, PCB assembly, or a similar production environment is desirable

Skills, abilities and specialist knowledge

  • Have a willingness to learn the new skills required to operate the SMT line
  • Are a great team player who works well both alone and with others
  • Have excellent attention to detail, dexterity, and the ability to perform repetitive tasks accurately
  • Are reliable and able to demonstrate a flexible approach
  • Have a keen willingness to learn and gain new skills

Benefits

At Advanced, people are at the heart of our success. We’re committed to building an inclusive workforce and creating an environment where everyone feels valued and respected. To support our people, we offer a comprehensive range of rewards and benefits, including:
 

  • Discretionary company bonus
  • Enhanced contributory pension scheme
  • Life Assurance and Income Protection
  • Halma shares
  • Flexible working policy
  • Holiday buy and sell scheme
  • 14 weeks parental leave
  • Paid volunteering day
  • Simplyhealth reimbursement scheme
  • YuLife wellbeing app
  • Employee Assistance Programme and free counselling service
  • 24/7 access to GP services
  • Cycle to Work Scheme
  • EV charging points
  • Simply Rewards discount scheme
  • £27,309.75 annual salary with a 15% shift allowance

Working hours:

2 weeks Day shift 6am-2:30 pm Monday to Thursday & 6am to 12 midday Friday

2 weeks back shift 2pm to midnight Monday to Thursday

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Is the SMT Production Operator role at halma full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full time position. It is posted as a SMT Production Operator role in the Advanced Electronics Limited department at halma.
Which team or department does the SMT Production Operator at halma belong to?
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This SMT Production Operator position at halma was posted on Sep 22, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
SMT Production Operator
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