SMT Manufacturing Manager

A proactive SMT process expert who loves technical challenges

WHO WE ARE

Biofire Technologies is on a mission to give gun owners better tools for reducing preventable gun injuries and deaths, especially among children. We believe our technology, combined with a best-in-class customer experience, will define the future of firearms safety for the next generation. Our mission-driven approach has earned support from the firearm community, the tech world, and the media.

Biofire employees are world-class engineers who have designed and tested firearms, medical devices, robots, cars, satellites, rockets, and supersonic jets. What unites our team is our commitment to safety and reliability that we bring to our work every day.

OUR CULTURE

Reducing accidental firearm injuries and deaths requires original thinking and authentic collaboration, so we’re deeply invested in building a team and culture that can achieve our mission together. Team members enjoy autonomy and flexibility from day one, so expect to be immediately tasked with solving challenging problems and building new systems that work. We’ll hold you accountable for executing on audacious goals, giving and receiving honest feedback, and helping your teammates succeed. You’ll receive respect, kindness, and support from every direction while you figure out how to get it all done.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Starting as a team of one, the position of SMT Manufacturing Manager at Biofire involves charting the strategic trajectory of the SMT Value Stream and providing hands-on leadership in the day-to-day operations of the SMT manufacturing lines. Responsibilities include equipment specification, process development, programming, and scheduling. Well-suited for an individual with significant expertise in SMT process development and implementation in a high-mix environment, the SMT Manufacturing Manager will play a pivotal role in scaling the process from zero to one. This role will require seamless collaboration both independently and within a team setting alongside Designers, Engineers, and Technicians.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Day to day responsibilities of the role will include:

• Develop, continuously evaluate and improve manufacturing methods and ensure minimal downtime through utilizing knowledge of product design, materials and parts, tooling and production equipment capabilities, change-over methods, and quality control standards;
• Generate SMT and AOI programs utilizing offline software;
• Create reflow profiles and ensure the integrity of solder joints within internal quality guidelines and IPC-A-610 standards;
• Collaborate with planning and design staff concerning product design and tooling to ensure efficient production methods;
• Estimate production times, future staffing requirements, and related costs to provide information for leadership decisions.

QUALIFICATIONS

We understand that not all applicants will possess skills that perfectly align with our job qualifications. At Biofire, we appreciate diverse experiences from various industries, and we encourage all individuals who meet the necessary qualifications to submit their applications. While having the "desired" qualifications may strengthen a candidate's profile, we also welcome applicants with alternative experiences to apply.

• Minimum of 5 years of hands-on SMT printed circuit board assembly experience working as either a manufacturing or process engineer;
• Understanding RoHS Directive, SPC, PFMEA, DOE and Lean Manufacturing ;
• In-depth knowledge of state-of-the-art pick-and-place machines and supporting systems including solder jet printers;
• Experience with the development, evaluation, and implementation of various SMT processes;
• Previous SMT line start-up experience is strongly preferred;
• Bachelor of Science in Manufacturing, Industrial, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering preferred.

COMPENSATION, BENEFITS & PERKS

We’ll need you to bring your very best, so we give you what you need to do a great job. You’ll enjoy flexible hours, teammates you will like, respect, and be inspired by, and all the technical resources you might need at our Broomfield office.

In addition to our competitive pay and stock options, Biofire offers fully covered medical, dental, and vision benefits, a funded Health Spending Account, unlimited PTO (that team members actually use - we promise), a 401(k) with employer matching, and a 14 week parental leave policy. We deliver perks including noise-canceling headphones, the premium music streaming service of your choice, and anything else you’d need to succeed in your role (within reason).

This is a full-time, salaried role that will require in-office work. The compensation range for this role is $135K - $160K.

LOCATION AND HOURS

Our dog-friendly, state-of-the-art headquarters is located in beautiful Broomfield, Colorado, between Boulder and Denver. Most roles require team members to frequently collaborate in person, but you will enjoy the flexibility to work from home when you need to. We trust you to communicate with your team to make things work.

DIVERSITY & INCLUSION

We’re bringing innovation to a technological problem that has persisted for decades, so we depend on diverse, inclusive, and collaborative teams to break new ground and do great work. We welcome people from all qualified backgrounds, and we don’t discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, political affiliation, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

ELIGIBILITY

This role handles information subject to US Export Control Regulations. Applicants must be (a) a citizen of the United States; (b) a lawful permanent resident of the United States (“Green Card” holder); or (c) a person admitted into the United States as an asylee or refugee to be considered for the position.